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Mbappe and Vinicius booed as Bellingham scores in Madrid win

Real Madrid’s inconsequential 2-0 victory over Oviedo was marred by a toxic atmosphere as supporters turned on their own stars following the surrender of the Liga title. While goals from academy graduate Gonzalo Garcia and Jude Bellingham secured the win, the night was defined by vehement booing directed at Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr amidst a background of presidential protests.

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Perez defends Alonso appointment & addresses Vinicius contract uncertainty

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has dismissed suggestions that the appointment of Xabi Alonso as head coach was an error, despite his tenure ending prematurely in January. Speaking during an extensive television interview, the Los Blancos chief also addressed the contract situation of Vinicius Junior, insisting there is no immediate urgency to extend the Brazilian's current deal.

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Sneijder insists Mourinho is 'ideal' coach to fix Real Madrid

Wesley Sneijder has thrown his weight behind Jose Mourinho as the man to steady the ship at Real Madrid, claiming the Portuguese tactician is the perfect figure to manage a dressing room full of superstars. The former Madrid midfielder believes the Special One's unique man-management skills are exactly what the club needs as rumors of a sensational return to the Bernabeu intensify.

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Guardiola: Doku can reach same level as Yamal & Vinicius

Pep Guardiola has backed Jeremy Doku to become one of the premier wingers in world football, placing him in the same bracket as Vinicius Junior and Lamine Yamal. The Belgian forward has hit a purple patch at the perfect time for Manchester City, finding the net in three consecutive games as the Premier League title race nears its conclusion.

'I told him to shut his mouth!' - Gavi addresses heated Vinicius clash

Barcelona star Gavi has opened up on his fiery confrontation with Vinicius Junior during Sunday's decisive Clasico at Camp Nou. The midfielder played a key role as the Blaugrana secured a 2-0 victory to clinch the La Liga title, but the match included several high-tension flashpoints between the two rivals.

Vini taunts Barca fans with UCL reminder during Real's Clasico defeat

Vinicius Junior ensured the Barcelona faithful knew exactly who remain the kings of the Champions League despite Real Madrid suffering a painful Clasico defeat on Sunday. As Los Blancos struggled to a 2-0 away defeat to their arch-rivals, the Brazilian winger took it upon himself to silence the jeering home crowd with a pointed reminder of the trophy cabinet in the capital.

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Vini Jr. provoked Barça fans – Cancelo makes history

During the Clásico, which ended in a 2-0 defeat to the newly crowned champions FC Barcelona, Vinicius Junior was provoked into making a provocative gesture.

Total chaos: How Real Madrid manoeuvred themselves to the brink

Now in their second consecutive season without a title, Real Madrid are sinking deeper into off-field chaos. Who can halt this self-destruction?

Vini Jr goes missing as Madrid hand Barca the title in El Clasico

Vinicius Jr went missing and Real Madrid turned in a spirited yet ineffective performance against Barcelona, losing 2-0 and watching their rivals lift the league trophy in the process. Los Blancos were outplayed throughout, and could never recover from an early deficit in a game that more or less summed up the massive gulf in quality between the two teams.

"There was a basic agreement": How Vini nearly joined Barça

Ahead of El Clásico, former Barça president Bartomeu discusses the club's pursuit of Real Madrid's current superstar.

Before his move to Real: Barça were on the verge of a deal with today's superstar

Just before the title is decided, a bombshell drops: former president Josep Bartomeu reveals that Vinicius Junior was on the verge of signing for FC Barcelona.

Revealed: Vini Jr remarkably had 'agreement' in place to join Barca

Former Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has revealed the club once had a preliminary agreement to sign Vinicius Junior before he joined Real Madrid. The Brazilian winger ultimately moved to the Santiago Bernabeu after Madrid offered a stronger financial package.

Man City eye sensational move for Vini Jr

Manchester City are reportedly monitoring Vinicius Junior as uncertainty grows over the winger’s future at Real Madrid. With his contract entering its final year and negotiations stalled, the Cityzens are ready to explore a potential move.

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Frequently asked questions

: Martin Odegaard captains Arsenal and plays either as a central attacking midfielder or as a right-sided interior in the central midfield.
: Martin Odegaard was born in the city of Drammen, located in the Buskerud county of Norway.
: Martin Odegaard dons the No. 8 jersey at Arsenal, previously worn by legends like Freddie Ljungberg and also by his current coach Mikel Arteta.
: Martin Odegaard stands at 1.78m (5ft 10in) and is among the best midfielders in the world.
: Martin Odegaard weighs 68kg (150 lbs). He's got incredible work-rate off the ball, and is blessed with eagle-eyed vision that helps him find teammates via line-breaking passes.
: From 2005 to 2009, Martin Odegaard played for local club Drammen Strong, before joining the Stromgodset academy.
: Martin Odegaard is yet to become a father, but he announced on social media in August 2024 that he is expecting his first child with partner Helene Spilling.
: Martin Odegaard isn't married yet, but has been in a relationship with Helene Spilling, a dancer who won Norway's Strictly Come Dancing show in 2021.

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