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Arbeloa refutes claim Bellingham & Mbappe return hinders Madrid

Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has firmly rejected suggestions that integrating superstars Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham back into his starting XI risks damaging his team's tactical balance. Ahead of a crucial Champions League clash against Bayern Munich, the coach defended his star-studded squad, labelling the challenge of fitting the elite duo into his starting line-up as a massive advantage.

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Vini Jr speaks out in support of Yamal amid Islamophobia fight

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has publicly offered his support to Barcelona's Lamine Yamal as the two rivals put club colours aside to tackle the ongoing issue of racism in Spanish football. Following recent incidents involving both players, the Brazilian forward emphasized the need for high-profile figures to use their platforms to protect those without a voice.

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Vinicius Jr makes Real Madrid contract renewal vow

Vinicius Junior has issued a definitive statement regarding his long-term future at Real Madrid, confirming his intention to sign a new contract at the Bernabeu. The Brazilian superstar, who is entering a critical period in his current deal, insists he remains fully committed to the Spanish giants despite a turbulent season on and off the pitch.

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'Hasn't been easy for him' - Mbappe criticism addressed by Arbeloa

Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has jumped to the defence of Kylian Mbappe amid criticism of the Frenchman, insisting he fully understands the weight of the white shirt. Speaking ahead of a monumental Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich, Arbeloa emphasised the "extraordinary luck" of having the forward available for Europe's biggest stage.

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Will Kane play against Real Madrid? Huge injury update

Bayern Munich are facing a race against time to have Harry Kane leading the line for their monumental Champions League quarter-final first leg against Real Madrid. The England captain has been struggling with an ankle issue that kept him out of domestic action at the weekend, leaving fans and coaching staff anxious ahead of the trip to the Santiago Bernabeu.

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'The other' Luis Suarez ensuring Sporting don't miss Gyokeres

When Sporting CP signed Viktor Gyokeres, they took quite the gamble on a striker whose only consistent form in front of goal had come outside of the top-flight. Having failed to make the grade at Brighton, Gyokeres had proven to be a menace for Championship defences, scoring 43 goals for Coventry City over the course of two-and-a-half seasons with the Sky Blues.