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Mbappe goes missing as Madrid hand Barca huge advantage

Kylian Mbappe endured an off night as Real Madrid slumped to a 1-1 draw with Girona that may well kill off their La Liga title hopes. Federico Valverde's second-half strike was countered by a Thomas Lemar goal to see the spoils shared at the Bernabeu. Los Blancos could trail Barcelona by nine points - with seven games to go - if their bitter rivals win on Saturday.

Real Madrid CF v FC Bayern München - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Quarter-Final First Leg

Bayern Munich have been handed a double warning ahead of the second leg: Real Madrid’s defence will be even stronger this time around. That concise phrase carries a clear message f

Real Madrid, known affectionately as “Los Blancos” or “Al-Merengue” across the Arab world, are braced to contain Bayern Munich’s formidable attacking tide. The Spanish champions head into this Champions League clash aware that the German giants have scored freely this season, yet they remain confident in their ability to keep the Bavarians at bay. History shows that Bayern possess one of Europe’s most potent front lines, capable of punishing even the slightest defensive lapse. Nevertheless, Madrid’s back line—led by the experienced Sergio Ramos and the composed Raphaël Varane—has been drilled to deal with exactly such threats. The key, as coach Zinédine Zidane has emphasised, will be to disrupt Bayern’s rhythm before it can build momentum. In the build-up to kick-off, analysts have focused on the duel between Bayern’s pacy wingers and Madrid’s disciplined full-backs. Should the hosts succeed in blunting the visitors’ wide play, they will have taken a significant step towards securing a

Real Madrid CF v FC Bayern München - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Quarter-Final First Leg

Bellingham and Pitarch… Who is better for Real Madrid? As the transfer window approaches, Los Blancos face a pivotal decision: should they pursue the dynamic English playmaker Jud

Fan comparisons between the Real Madrid duo are nothing new in the world of football. Supporters, analysts and even former players routinely weigh the relative merits of the club’s star pair, using statistics, highlights and intangible qualities to make their case. These debates fuel social-media discourse, radio call-ins and pub-table arguments alike, reflecting the global passion for Los Blancos and the individual brilliance of the players in question. To understand the latest round of discussions, it helps to examine the numbers. Over the past season, both men delivered impressive returns: one racked up goals at a record pace, while the other provided assists and defensive solidity. Yet fans tend to focus on different metrics for each player, highlighting the difficulty of making a fair comparison. Some point to goal tallies, while others cite defensive contributions, and still others invoke leadership or big-game performances. Beyond the raw data, context matters. Each player opera

Frequently asked questions

You can access Wembley Stadium using public transportation. You can travel to Wembley via London Underground services at either Wembley Park or Central stations.

No parking facilities are available to the public at Wembley Stadium, with fans strongly encouraged to travel to the ground via public transportation or on foot.

If neither option is viable, you can park at one of several Q-Park facilities across London or explore the additional parking options recommended by Wembley Stadium.

You should arrive well before kick-off to fully soak in a matchday experience at Wembley Stadium, with plenty to do around the ground ahead of the game.

Gates typically open to ticket holders two hours before kick-off for football fixtures, though timings will vary depending on the event. Ensure you are briefed before arrival, and give yourself plenty of time to get to Wembley Stadium.

You can book a guided tour of Wembley Stadium through the Stadium's official tours website.

Tours are offered all year round and come in multiple formats, allowing you to find the one that is right for you.

You are unlikely to be able to purchase Wembley Stadium tickets at the box office for most events on matchdays, given the high demand for fixtures, though some games may offer a select number of tickets.

While most ticket offices will typically sell a few tickets, most sales are traditionally handled online.

While most Premier League grounds have sections specifically reserved for family-friendly options, Wembley Stadium does not have a designated family-friendly area for events. 

While some sporting events will offer specific areas, others - in particular concerts - will carry age restrictions, making the need for such areas redundant.

For football matches and England games, often there is a family enclosure with cheaper tickets, typically in the upper tier.

Yes, Wembley Stadium has a roof.

This roof is retractable, which means it can cover all the seats when it's used. Whilst some of the stadium will still be open, it provides cover for every seat. 

As the biggest national stadium and home to the England football team, it holds 90,000 seats, and is the second largest stadium in Europe.