Alvaro Arbeloa did not hold back in his assessment of Real Madrid's shock 2-1 defeat at Mallorca, an outcome that has left their La Liga title aspirations hanging by a thread. The head coach cut a frustrated figure as he watched his side slump to a result that leaves them four points adrift of leaders Barcelona.
Bayern Munich are sweating over the fitness of their star striker Harry Kane ahead of the Champions League quarter-final against Real Madrid. Despite his current ankle problems, however, officials and teammates at the Bavarian club are demonstratively optimistic.
Real Madrid weren't clinical enough at one end and were exposed at the other as they fell to a shock, 2-1 defeat against Mallorca on Saturday that lands a massive blow to their La Liga title hopes. Kylian Mbappe had chances aplenty, but the Mallorca defence held firm. Madrid's backline, by contrast, did not, which proved to be the difference on the day - and might be decisive in the title race, too.
Hansi Flick has been handed a significant defensive boost ahead of a crucial trip to the capital. While Raphinha faces a spell on the sidelines, Jules Kounde and Alejandro Balde have been cleared to return to the matchday squad.
Chelsea face a major financial headache regarding Enzo Fernandez as they look to recoup a massive fee for the Argentine. Amid interest from Real Madrid and a fallout with Liam Rosenior, the Blues must navigate a delicate balancing act to protect their investment.
