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Yamal gets job done for Barca - but injury is a huge concern

A Lamine Yamal penalty ensured Barcelona saw off a stubborn Celta Vigo side on Wednesday night to stretch their lead over Real Madrid at the top of La Liga to nine points. However, the 1-0 victory at Spotify Camp Nou came at a cost, as the wonderkid winger was forced off injured straight after converting the winner from the spot in the first half.

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Ramos provides update on Sevilla takeover bid

Real Madrid and Spain legend Sergio Ramos has provided a significant update regarding his ambitious bid to lead a takeover of his boyhood club Sevilla. The veteran defender is currently spearheading a consortium, supported by investment group Five Eleven Capital, to seize control of the struggling La Liga side.

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Arbeloa hails 'brave' Vinicius for 'turning whistles into applause'

Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has jumped to the defence of Vinicius Junior after the Brazilian forward successfully navigated a hostile atmosphere at the Bernabeu to score the winning goal against Alaves in La Liga on Tuesday. Despite the tension following a disappointing Champions League exit, the winger proved to be the difference-maker as Los Blancos secured a vital victory in their pursuit of catching Barcelona.

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Cherki is 'better' than Yamal, claims La Liga star

Manchester City star Rayan Cherki has received the ultimate praise from a peer, with Villarreal forward Georges Mikautadze claiming the Frenchman is a superior talent to Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal. The bold comparison comes as Cherki continues to cement his reputation as one of the most exciting creative forces in world football.

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Bellingham buys stake in cricket's Hundred franchise Birmingham Phoenix

Real Madrid and England superstar Jude Bellingham has made a surprise move into the business side of professional sport by becoming a minority shareholder in cricket's Hundred franchise Birmingham Phoenix. The 22-year-old midfielder, who remains a hero in the West Midlands after his breakout years at Birmingham City, joins the ownership group ahead of the 2026 cricket season.

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Mbappe & Vini silence Bernabeu boos to end winless run

Real Madrid bounced back from their four-match winless run and kept their slim title hopes in La Liga alive with a 2-1 victory over Alaves on Tuesday. Goals from Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr got the job done for Alvaro Arbeloa's side, who closed the gap on leaders Barcelona to six points for at least the next 24 hours.

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Rashford & De Jong among FIVE Barca stars set to be moved on in summer

Barcelona are preparing for a significant squad overhaul this summer, which could see five high-profile players depart the Camp Nou, including Marcus Rashford and Frenkie de Jong. Despite their domestic dominance in La Liga, the Catalan giants are looking to balance their books and refresh the first-team following another disappointing exit from the Champions League at the hands of Atletico Madrid.

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Real Madrid icon Kroos responds to retirement U-turn suggestions

Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos has firmly dismissed suggestions of a sensational return to professional football two years after his retirement. During an appearance at the 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards, the 36-year-old insisted that he has no intention of reversing his decision despite ongoing speculation regarding the current atmosphere in Madrid.

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Yamal admits aim to 'follow in footsteps' of Messi after Laureus award win

Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal admitted he is aiming to "follow in the footsteps" of Lionel Messi after being crowned the Laureus World Young Sportsperson of the Year for 2026. The 18-year-old forward used the prestigious ceremony to pay tribute to the Argentine icon, who remains the only footballer to have ever won the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award.

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Vini Jr ‘so big & so good’ that Real exit is almost impossible

Vinicius Junior continues to generate plenty of lively discussion at Real Madrid, but Michael Owen has told GOAL why the Brazilian superstar is “so big and so good” that only “two teams” could afford to put a transfer deal in place. The South American forward has become a divisive character in world football, but Owen doubts that he will trade Santiago Bernabeu for another landing spot in Europe or the Saudi Pro League.

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€40m wiped from Bellingham’s valuation as Vini suffers same fate

Real Madrid’s era of dominance feels like a distant memory as the financial consequences of two consecutive seasons without major silverware take a heavy toll. The Bernabeu is witnessing a shocking decline in overall squad value, with marquee attackers Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Junior both suffering steep drops to their personal market valuations amid the team's ongoing struggles.

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Thiago snubs Messi & Salah in top three team-mates list

Thiago Alcantara has raised eyebrows by omitting Lionel Messi and Mohamed Salah when naming the three best players he ever shared a pitch with. Despite playing alongside some of the greatest icons in modern football history, the former midfield maestro opted for a trio of stars that prioritised tactical intelligence and selflessness above raw goalscoring numbers.

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Aguero: Only one player ranks above Yamal

Sergio Aguero has heaped massive praise on Lamine Yamal, sensationally claiming that the Barcelona sensation is already performing at a level that puts him above almost every other player in world football with the exception of a certain superstar. The Manchester City and Blaugrana legend also believes the teenager possesses a rare talent that has not been seen at Camp Nou since the departure of eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi.

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Kane ‘perfect for Real’ and ‘any team in the world’

Harry Kane is currently enjoying the most prolific season of his illustrious career, and former team-mate Fernando Llorente believes the Bayern Munich star would be the ideal fit for any elite club across the globe. Despite a history of injury issues, the England captain’s relentless scoring form in Germany has reignited discussions about his suitability for the very top level, including a potential fit at Real Madrid.

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Vinicius Jr told he's 'far from' Messi and Ronaldo

Despite being a leading figure at Santiago Bernabeu, Vinicius Jr is reportedly missing a vital ingredient required to join the pantheon of footballing greats. Former Brazil and Atletico Madrid defender Joao Miranda has offered a stinging appraisal of the Brazilian winger’s standing in the global game. The Real Madrid star has been told he is still a long way off reaching the legendary heights of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

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