Neymar has been included in Brazil's expansive preliminary squad for the upcoming friendlies, giving the Santos star a lifeline ahead of the 2026 World Cup. However, with Carlo Ancelotti watching, the legendary forward faces immense pressure. Missing the next match for load control, he has just one game left to prove his fitness and secure his spot in the final selection.
Real Madrid's preparations for their crucial Champions League round of 16 clash against Manchester City have suffered another major setback. Young defender Alvaro Carreras has sustained a calf injury, joining key players like Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham and Rodrygo on the sidelines. Head coach Alvaro Arbeloa faces severe selection challenges ahead of the Bernabeu tie.
GOAL runs the rule over the British players earning a living away from their homeland, with plenty more stars deciding to leave their comfort zones in search of a better footballing life elsewhere. The Premier League is still obviously one of the world's most entertaining divisions and the Championship can prove fantastic for development, but there are more options out there.
Real Madrid have been handed a major boost ahead of their titanic Champions League quarter-final tie against Manchester City, as Kylian Mbappe was spotted back on the grass at Valdebebas. The France international has been away in Paris undergoing conservative treatment on a knee injury, but his return to the club's training base signals a potential turning point for manager Alvaro Arbeloa.
Kylian Mbappe is facing a race against time to be fit for Real Madrid's mouth-watering Champions League round of 16 first-leg clash against Manchester City. The French superstar is returning to the Spanish capital on Sunday after spending several days in his homeland undergoing specialist treatment for an injury to his left knee. His participation in Wednesday night's showdown at the Bernabeu remains shrouded in uncertainty as the club's medical staff prepare to evaluate his progress.
Real Madrid have reportedly cooled their pursuit of Manchester City's Rodri, choosing to refine their midfield shortlist ahead of the summer window.The saga surrounding Rodri and a potential move to the Bernabeu has taken a definitive turn on the eve of a massive European showdown. While the 2024 Ballon d'Or winner is set to step onto the hallowed turf in Madrid once again, he will do so strictly as a visitor.
Cristiano Ronaldo boasts supernatural qualities, with former Real Madrid team-mate Marcelo billing the Portuguese GOAT as an “extraterrestrial”. Many have suggested down the years that Ronaldo may not be from this world, given his record-shattering exploits, and a Brazilian colleague at Santiago Bernabeu has suggested that CR7 may be an alien from a different planet.
Real Madrid have reportedly entered the transfer battle for Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali, with the Spanish giants dispatching scouts to St James' Park on Saturday evening for what was ostensibly a reconnaissance trip to study Manchester City ahead of their upcoming Champions League showdown. However, it has emerged that the delegation was actually on a "double mission", with the Italy international featuring on their summer shortlist.
The long-standing mystery of the iconic 1990 Celta Vigo shirt worn by Madonna has finally reached a heartwarming conclusion. The global superstar has officially responded to the Galician club's public search, confirming that the historic garment, which she wore during her "Blond Ambition" tour performance at the Balaidos stadium in July 1990, is not only safe but remains a cherished part of her legendary career archives.
Real Madrid’s preparations for their blockbuster Champions League showdown against Manchester City have been thrown into further disarray. While the club were already reeling from the confirmed absences of Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe, a fresh injury concern surrounding left-back Alvaro Carreras has left manager Alvaro Arbeloa facing a defensive headache. The Spaniard is now a major doubt for the first leg after picking up a heavy blow to his left calf during domestic action.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has reignited the fiery rivalry between Spain’s two biggest heavyweights, launching a stinging attack on Real Madrid following their dramatic victory over Celta Vigo. Speaking at a campaign event, the Blaugrana chief questioned the legitimacy of Los Blancos' winning strike, suggesting that the capital club continues to benefit from favourable officiating and sheer fortune while his own side is held to a different standard.
The future of Jurgen Klopp has once again become the subject of intense speculation as reports suggest the former Liverpool boss is eyeing a sensational return to the touchline. Despite recently taking up a high-profile boardroom role within the Red Bull empire, rumors have circulated in Spain that the Champions League-winning coach is high on the shortlist for both Madrid giants as they consider their long-term managerial options.
Trent Alexander-Arnold’s dream move to the Santiago Bernabeu is being tested by the unforgiving glare of the Spanish spotlight. Despite Real Madrid securing a vital 2-1 victory over Celta Vigo at the Estadio de Balaidos, the former Liverpool hero found himself firmly in the crosshairs of the local press after a defensive lapse
Kylian Mbappe has sparked fresh romance rumours after reportedly being spotted in Paris with Spanish actress Ester Exposito. The Real Madrid forward, currently sidelined with a knee injury, appears to be making the most of his rehabilitation period in the French capital.
Federico Valverde's lucky late winner papered over an otherwise disappointing performance from Real Madrid as they snuck past Celta Vigo with a 2-1 win. Los Blancos took the lead inside the first half, but conceded an equaliser shortly after. They seemed destined to settle for a point, but Valverde's winner - a heavily deflected strike in second-half stoppage time - gave them a vital win on the road.
Real Madrid’s stars showcased a united front ahead of their La Liga clash against Celta Vigo, sending a heartfelt message to their stricken team-mate Rodrygo Goes. Before kick-off at Balaídos, the squad emerged wearing whiteshirts emblazoned with "Força Rodrygo," a tribute following his devastating knee injury. This gesture follows the club’s medical department confirming a "rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament" that will see him miss the World Cup.
A nostalgic throwback clip of Kylian Mbappe has resurfaced on social media, giving fans a glimpse of the French superstar long before he became one of the biggest names in world football. The video shows a teenage Mbappe performing Cristiano Ronaldo’s famous 'Siu' celebration while playing for AS Monaco’s youth team. The clip coincides with the 10-year anniversary of Mbappe signing his first professional contract with Monaco.
Real Madrid’s decision to make a managerial change has come under heavy fire from club legend Ivan Helguera, who has publicly questioned the hierarchy's wisdom in dismissing Xabi Alonso. Speaking on the Bajo Palos podcast alongside Iker Casillas, the former Los Blancos midfielder suggested that the club moved far too quickly to terminate a promising project whilst gambling on Alvaro Arbeloa.
La Liga has announced an unprecedented "Retro Matchday" scheduled for April, which will see the majority of Spanish professional clubs don kits inspired by iconic designs from their past. However, the news that Barcelona and Real Madrid are among the few clubs opting out of the wardrobe change has overshadowed the initiative. While most of the league is embracing the nostalgia, the two biggest teams in Spain will maintain their modern attire.
Real Madrid have been hit with a €15,000 fine and a suspended partial stadium closure following their recent Champions League clash with Benfica. The sanction follows the identification of a supporter performing a Nazi salute during the match at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Kylian Mbappe is a World Cup-winning global superstar in his own right, but can the Real Madrid ‘Galactico’ be considered to have eclipsed the legend of fellow Frenchman Thierry Henry? Jeremie Aliadiere - a former Arsenal team-mate of another ‘Invincible’ in north London - has explained why all-time lists will always be influenced by generational favouritism.
Real Madrid have identified Liverpool powerhouse Ibrahima Konate as their primary defensive target for the summer. The Spanish giants have shifted their focus away from Borussia Dortmund’s Nico Schlotterbeck as they look to overhaul their backline ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.
Gareth Bale has sensationally revealed that he played almost his entire professional career while battling a secret back injury. The Welsh legend explained how the long-term issue eventually forced him into retirement at the age of 33.
Kylian Mbappe might have a strained relationship with Paris Saint-Germain as a result of his bitter exit from Parc des Princes in 2024, but the French capital - and especially the Bondy neighbourhood - will always hold a place close to his heart. Dropping his latest signature boots, Nike have recognised that deep connection between Mbappe and the streets he grew up on.
Just as Kylian Mbappe was powering Real Madrid toward a historic season with 38 goals, a serious knee injury has cast doubt over his availability for the decisive stretch of the campaign. With fears of ligament damage growing, club legend Luis Figo has warned the Frenchman against rushing back too soon.
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