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Barca giving up on Camp Nou return? Plan B lined up for PSG clash

Barcelona are lining up a backup plan for their home fixture against Paris Saint-Germain in case Camp Nou is not ready on time to host their first Champions League home game. The Blaugrana have suffered several delays in their efforts to return to the renovated stadium, and are currently targeting the clash against Real Sociedad on September 28, just days before the French giants come to town.

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Mallorca co-owner Holder expects turnaround after slow start

Mallorca turned heads last season as the resourceful club finished 10th in La Liga after contending for European places. That momentum hasn't carried over early in the 2025-26 season as Los Bermellones sit in the relegation zone at 19th. Stu Holden, part of a high-profile North American ownership group, expects things will turn around.

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Real Madrid lodge complaint against Spanish referees to FIFA

Real Madrid have escalated their refereeing battle by preparing a complaint to FIFA, linking recent controversies with the Negreira case. The breaking point came on Saturday when Dean Huijsen was sent off against Real Sociedad - a decision the club argued was harsh, with Eder Militao covering the play. For Madrid, the red card was not an isolated error but latest in a series of questionable calls.

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Alonso leads tributes as Toshack makes rare public appearance

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso led tributes as Liverpool legend John Toshack made a rare public appearance in Spain during Real Sociedad's La Liga clash against Los Blancos on Saturday. Toshack spent eight years as a player at Anfield and later managed several clubs across Europe, including Real Sociedad and Madrid, where he even won a La Liga title in the 1989-90 season.

Alonso: Huijsen 'relieved' after Real Madrid win despite red

Xabi Alonso used his post-match press conference to mount a defence of Dean Huijsen, after the young centre back was sent off on the 30-minute mark in Real Madrid's 2-1 win over Real Sociedad. The ex-Bournemouth starlet was shown a straight red after pulling down Mikel Oyarzabal, with the referee judging the Sociedad striker had a clear route to goal.

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Trent & Carvajal have 'healthy competition', says Alonso

Xabi Alonso called Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dani Carvajal’s battle for Real Madrid’s right-back spot “healthy competition”.

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Merino: Zubimendi did what came from his heart with Arsenal move

Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino insists he played no role in Martin Zubimendi's transfer to the club, despite them both joining from Real Sociedad.

Real Sociedad v Real Madrid - Copa del Rey

Aston Villa & Newcastle rejected by La Liga star

Alex Remiro has rejected offers from Aston Villa and Newcastle, insisting he will stay at Real Sociedad and honour his contract.

Revealed: Endrick was 'days away' from sealing Real exit

It has been revealed that Endrick was “days away” from completing a move away from Real Madrid before another untimely injury struck.

Newcastle refuse to deny Liverpool-linked Isak has 'gone AWOL'

Newcastle have refused to deny that Liverpool-linked Alexander Isak has "gone AWOL", with the Swedish striker being spotted training at Real Sociedad.

Where is Isak?! Newcastle striker spotted at former club

Alexander Isak has been training in San Sebastian with his former club Real Sociedad, per a new report in Spain, amid claims he has gone AWOL.

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Sunderland set to rival Marseille for West Ham defender Aguerd

Sunderland have joined the likes of Marseille and Atletico Madrid in pursuit of West Ham defender Nayef Aguerd this summer.

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Madrid rule out midfield transfer after losing Zubimendi to Arsenal

Real Madrid have ruled out the signing of Stuttgart midfielder Angelo Stiller after losing out on Martin Zubimendi to Arsenal.

Zubimendi lands in London to complete Arsenal move

Martin Zubimendi has reportedly landed in London to complete a £52 million ($70m) transfer to Arsenal, following Real Madrid's failed hijack attempt.

Reason for delay in Arsenal’s £51m Zubimendi transfer revealed

Arsenal consider Martin Zubimendi’s move from Real Sociedad to be “done and signed”, with the delay in an official announcement being explained.

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Real make 'final push'! Arsenal's Zubimendi move in jeopardy

Real Madrid are set to make their final push for Arsenal target Martin Zubimendi with the hope that new boss Xabi Alonso can help seal the deal.

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Bayern jump ahead of PL clubs in pursuit of €60m Kubo

Bayern Munich interested in Real Sociedad's Takefusa Kubo but will have to trigger his €60 million release clause

Zubimendi casts doubt on Arsenal move with 'long summer' claim

Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi appears to have cast doubt on a potential move to Arsenal by insisting he doesn't know "how it will end".

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Gomez calls Vela most talented Mexican player ever

The former USMNT striker delivered passionate praise for retired LAFC star Carlos Vela, calling him the most talented Mexican player he has ever seen

'Think it over' - Zubimendi told to snub Arsenal by Sociedad chiefs

Real Sociedad have cast doubt on Martin Zubimendi's transfer to Arsenal, with both their president and technical director suggesting he could stay.

Real Madrid hope? Fresh twist in Zubimendi to Arsenal transfer

Martin Zubimendi's move to Arsenal may not be completely set in stone after fresh reports state he hasn't travelled to London for a medical yet.

Zubimendi set for Arsenal medical before £51m transfer

Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi is reportedly set to have a medical before joining Arsenal in a £51 million deal.

Madrid still stand a chance of scuppering Arsenal's Zubimendi transfer

Real Madrid can still reportedly hijack Arsenal's seemingly nailed-on transfer for Martin Zubimendi.

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📽️ | Kroos embraces Modric after final Real Madrid game

Toni Kroos gave his former Real Madrid team-mate Luka Modric a tight hug after the Croatian's farewell game at Santiago Bernabeu.

Mbappe makes history and matches Messi & Ronaldo with brace

Kylian Mbappe matched Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as the Real Madrid striker hit an impressive landmark with a brace against Real Sociedad.

Frequently asked questions

Andries 'Pele Pele' Mkhwanazi and Bethuel Mokgosinyana are considered the founding fathers of the club which was formed in 1937.

Dr Irvin Khoza took over as club secretary and owner in 1991.

The club plays home fixtures at Orlando Stadium in Soweto with the ground being owned by the City of Johannesburg.

They are known by several nicknames, including: The Sea Robbers, The Bucs, Happy People and Buccaneers.

33 official domestic trophies plus one Caf Champions League (1995) and one Caf Super Cup (1996).

Nine times under different auspices. PSL (4), NSL (1), NPSL (4).

Happy Jele made 401 appearances for the club

Bendict Vilakazi scored 52 goals for the club.

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