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26Jan By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Real Madrid extends lead at top spot as Mbappe nets hat-trick

VALLADOLID, SPAIN - JANUARY 25: (L-R) Selim Amallah of Real Valladolid, Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Valladolid v Real Madrid at the Estadio Nuevo Jose Zorrilla on January 25, 2025 in Valladolid Spain (Photo by Cesar Ortiz Gonzalez/Soccrates/Getty Images) Kylian Mbappe bagged a hat-trick as Real Madrid easily beat bottom-club Real Valladolid 3-0 on Saturday to extend their lead on top of the LaLiga standings. Real opened the scoring in the 30th minute when Mbappe played a neat one-two with Jude Bellingham, bursting into the box to collect the Englishman’s pass to beat the offside trap before gleefully firing in past goalkeeper Karl Hein. He extended their lead in a quick counter in the 56th minute and wrapped the win from the penalty spot ...

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25Jan By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Christensen considering Barca exit due to lack of playing time

Andreas Christensen centre-back of Barcelona and Denmark sitting on the bench prior the La Liga EA Sports match between Getafe CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Coliseum on January 19, 2025 in Getafe, Spain. (Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Barcelona have been hoping to move on one player in order to facilitate the arrival of Marcus Rashford, and while they have been without luck in this regard up until now, their fortunes could be about to change as a candidate has now emerged that appears willing to leave before the end of the winter transfer window. Over the course of the month, Barcelona have been considering the exits of Ansu Fati and/or Eric Garcia, either of whom would free up the required salary space in order to bring in Rashford. However, it was confi...

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25Jan By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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‘This renewal is everything’ – Martin thrilled by new Barca contract

GETAFE, SPAIN - JANUARY 18: Gerard Martín of FC Barcelona warms up during the LaLiga match between Getafe CF and FC Barcelona at Coliseum Alfonso Perez on January 18, 2025 in Getafe, Spain. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images) Gerard Martin says signing a new contract with Barcelona means “everything” to him after penning an extension until 2028. The 22-year-old has broken into the first team this season, as back-up to Alejandro Balde, and says it’s a dream to play for the Catalan giants. “For me this renewal is everything. Basically because I have been a Barça player since I was very young and when I arrived here I always had the dream of reaching the first team,” he told the club’s media. “You know it is very difficult, but I have achieved it and I am very happy. I hope to be here fo...

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23Jan By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Real Madrid first club to generate billion-euro revenue in a season

MADRID, SPAIN - JANUARY 22: Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid is seen ahead of the UEFA Champions League 7th week match between Real Madrid and FC Red Bull Salzburg at Santiago Bernabeu on January 22, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. Real Madrid are the first football club to top a billion euros in revenue during a single season, fuelled by income generated by the revamped Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, according to accountancy firm Deloitte. The order of the clubs at the top of Deloitte’s annual Football Money League stayed the same, with Madrid at 1.05 billion euros ($1.09bn) followed by Premier League champions Manchester City ($872m) and Paris Saint-Germain ($839m). The $216m gap between first and second is the biggest Deloitte has ever recorded. The dramatic refurbishment of the home of Real Madrid dou...

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22Jan By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Valladolid accused Man City of encouraging player to break contract

VALLADOLID, SPAIN - JANUARY 11: Juma Bah of Real Valladolid CF controls the ball during the LaLiga match between Real Valladolid CF and Real Betis Balompie at Jose Zorrilla on January 11, 2025 in Valladolid, Spain. Real Valladolid have accused Manchester City of encouraging one of their players to break his contract to force through a move to the Premier League club. Defender Juma Bah told the Spanish club on Tuesday that he intends to terminate his contract, allowing City to sign the player for a much lower fee. City had sent a request to Valladolid earlier in the day asking to begin negotiations over a permanent deal for the 18-year-old, Valladolid said in a statement. Bah then did not turn up for training on Wednesday, with the Spanish Football Association confirming he had deposited ...

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19Jan By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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‘Never experienced anything like this’ – Flick on Getafe draw

GETAFE, SPAIN - JANUARY 18: Hansi Flick head coach of FC Barcelona reacts during the LaLiga match between Getafe CF and FC Barcelona at Coliseum Alfonso Perez on January 18, 2025 in Getafe, Spain. Barcelona boss Hansi Flick spoke about how he’d “never experienced anything like this” after seeing his team take on Getafe in La Liga. The Catalans had romped to big wins over Real Madrid and Real Betis in recent weeks but were brought back down to earth with a bang at Getafe. A typical Getafe game saw tempers flare, Alejandro Balde subjected to racist abuse, and Flick frustrated afterwards. Here’s what he made of it: “There was a lot of emotion in this stadium, in all the complicated plays. I’ve never experienced anything like this, it’s new for me. I’m not happy with what happened today bu...

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14Jan By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Hansi Flick ‘shows Barcelona star the exit door’

Hansi Flick holds a press conference for the match against Betis, corresponding to the round of 16 of the Copa del Rey, in Barcelona, Spain, on January 14, 2025. (Photo by Joan Valls/Urbanandsport/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has begun ushering a member of his attacking ranks towards the exit door at the club.That’s according to Diario Sport, who point towards Ansu Fati as the player in question.The name of winger Ansu has of course returned to the forefront of the headlines in Catalunya’s capital over the course of the last week. This comes after the Barcelona coaching staff made clear once more their lack of faith when it comes to the 22-year-old’s readiness to contribute moving forward.After first being left out of the Blaugrana’s starting XI for a C...

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13Jan By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Barcelona thrash Real Madrid to clinch Spanish Super Cup

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - JANUARY 12: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates with the Supercopa de Espana winners' trophy during the trophy presentation after the Spanish Super Cup Final between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona at King Abdullah Sports City on January 12, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images) Barcelona hammered rivals Real Madrid 5-2 in a wild Spanish Super Cup Clasico final in Saudi Arabia on Sunday to win the first trophy of the Hansi Flick era. Kylian Mbappé put Madrid ahead but a dominant Barcelona hit five in response before their goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny was sent off in the second half. Madrid were hoping to avenge their 4-0 home defeat by Barcelona in October's La Liga Clasico but instead were left battered and bruised by their arc...

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11Jan By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Real Madrid must avoid El Clasico ‘mistakes’ in Supercopa final

Carlo Ancelotti head coach of Real Madrid during press conference prior the Spanish Super Cup final match between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona at King Abdullah Sports City on January 11, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said his players can avenge their thrashing earlier this season by Barcelona by winning the Spanish Super Cup on Sunday, but only if they avoided making the same mistakes. Hansi Flick’s Barcelona routed Los Blancos 4-0 at the Santiago Bernabeu in October in LaLiga, although a slump before the winter break helped Real Madrid overtake them at the top of the table. “We have to think about that game obviously, they beat us, we had a clear evaluation of what happened,” Ancelotti told a ...

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4Jan By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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James Rodriguez plans to terminate Rayo Vallecano contract

MADRID, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 08: James Rodriguez of Rayo Vallecano looks on during the Spanish League, LaLiga EA Sports, football match played between Rayo Vallecano and UD Las Palmas at Estadio de Vallecas on November 8, 2024, in Madrid, Spain. (Photo By Dennis Agyeman/Europa Press via Getty Images) James Rodriguez wants to cancel his contract at leave Rayo Vallecano before the end of January. The Colombian international completed an unexpected summer transfer back to the Spanish capital after leaving Sao Paulo in August. However, despite the huge excitement surrounding his arrival in Vallecas, the 33-year-old’s impact has been limited. His future has been the subject of major speculation since the end of 2024, with reports in the USA (via ED), claiming the veteran midfielder is attracting ...

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4Jan By Silver Emmanuel3 Comments

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Madrid’s Vinicius Jr red card: matches to miss

VALENCIA, SPAIN - JANUARY 03: Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid see the red card during the Spanish league, La Liga EA Sports, football match played between Valencia CF and Real Madrid at Mestalla stadium on January 3, 2025, in Valencia, Spain. (Photo By Ivan Terron/Europa Press via Getty Images) Real Madrid could be without the services of Vinicius Junior for their next four matches following the red card that he received in Friday night's chaotic La Liga clash with Valencia at Mestalla. The Brazil international was sent off in the latter stages of what proved to be a 2-1 victory for Carlo Ancelotti's side, with the forward handed a red card following an altercation with Valencia goalkeeper Stole Dimitrievski. Vinicius showed his anger towards the referee before leaving the field, a...

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26Dec By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Yamal point out surprise defender as hardest he’s faced

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal is not vastly experienced, having made his debut in senior football less than two years ago. However the 17-year-old is used to competing up against the best there is, and has picked out the toughest he has had to face. BARCELONA, SPAIN - DECEMBER 15: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona is presented with the Golden Boy 2024 award prior to the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and CD Leganes at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on December 15, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images) Despite facing Real Madrid on a number of occasions, and facing the likes of France and England, at Euro 2024, it was against the home side that he came up against his toughest opponent. Speaking during the Golden Boy ceremony, Lamine Yamal told Cadena SER that RB...

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25Dec By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Flick believes Torres is the best impact substitute for Barca

SANT JOAN DESPI, SPAIN - DECEMBER 02: Hansi Flick, head coach, Dani Olmo, Ferran Torres, Pau Cubarsi and Pedro Gonzalez Pedri during the training day of FC Barcelona ahead the Spanish League, La Liga EA Sports, football match against RCD Mallorca at Ciudad Esportiva Joan Gamper on December 02, 2024 in Sant Joan Despi, Barcelona, Spain. (Photo By Javier Borrego/Europa Press via Getty Images) Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has shown strong faith in Ferran Torres, valuing him as a key player off the bench. According to a recent report from SPORT, Flick appreciates Torres for his mentality, work ethic, and defensive contributions. Despite often coming on as a substitute, Torres consistently delivers high-level performances and his strong focus has made him a valuable asset to the team. ...

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23Dec By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Mbappe disclose Madrid turning point after hitting ‘rock bottom’

MADRID, SPAIN - DECEMBER 22: Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid celebrates 1-0 during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Madrid v Sevilla at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on December 22, 2024 in Madrid Spain (Photo by Maria Gracia Jimenez/Soccrates/Getty Images) Kylian Mbappe has admitted he used the pain of missing a penalty in the 2-1 defeat to Athletic Club to inspire his recent upturn in form. The Frenchman endured a torrid start to life with Real Madrid, falling well short of expectations despite what his goal tally may suggest, and found himself under immense pressure earlier this month when he missed from the spot in Bilbao, a week after doing the same against Liverpool. Since then, however, Mbappe has shown real signs of improvement. He scored against Girona and impressed with an...

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19Dec By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Mbappe on target as Madrid lift Intercontinental Cup

DOHA, QATAR - DECEMBER 18: Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid holds the FIFA Intercontinental Cup trophy following the FIFA Intercontinental Cup match between Real Madrid and CF Pachuca at Lusail Stadium on December 18, 2024 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Quality Sport Images/Getty Images) Real Madrid won the Intercontinental Cup by beating Mexico's Pachuca 3-0 in the final on Wednesday. The attacking trio of Kylian Mbappe, Rodrygo and Vinicius Jr were on target for the Los Blancos in Qatar. French national captain Mbappe was declared doubtful for the summit clash after missing Real Madrid's La Liga game against Vallacano a few days ago due to a thigh injury. Carlo Ancelotti had said that he would not risk Mbappe at the Lusail Stadium unless he was fully match-fit. The Champions League winners open...

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18Dec By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Barca face significant delays in Camp Nou return

A general view of Camp Nou Stadium as the restoration work continues in Barcelona, Spain. Not more than a few months ago, Barcelona fans were extremely hopeful about the return to Spotify Camp Nou, which was set to re-open around March. The prospect of returning to Camp Nou, after all, promised better revenues, higher seating capacity and an overall better experience for the team. Barcelona face significant hurdles However, in a major blow for Barcelona, it appears the club are facing significant challenges in their bid to re-open Camp Nou in the first quarter of 2025, reports Diario AS. Despite last week’s detailed briefing on the phased return to their iconic stadium, the club have now admitted to having no clear timeline for when they can finally move back. March 2025 has been highli...

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17Dec By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Vinicius wins FIFA Best Men’s Player 2024

DOHA, QATAR - DECEMBER 17: Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid, seen with The Best FIFA Men's Player Award, leaves the venue with Florentino Perez, President of Real Madrid, following the The Best FIFA Football Awards 2024 at Aspire Academy on December 17, 2024 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Christopher Pike - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images) Real Madrid attacker Vinicius Junior won the FIFA Best Men’s Player 2024 award at a ceremony in Doha. This comes after a stellar season with Real Madrid, where he helped Los Blancos win the Champions League, La Liga, and the Spanish Super Cup. He scored a career-high 24 goals, including a crucial one in the Champions League final and a hat-trick against Barcelona in the Super Cup. The award is voted on by national team coaches and captains, journalists, an...

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17Dec By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Bellingham promises title ahead of Intercontinental Cup final

Jude Bellingham central midfield of Real Madrid and England during the Real Madrid training prior to FIFA Intercontinental Cup final match between Real Madrid and C.F. Pachuca at Stadium Lusail Stadium on December 17, 2024 in Doha, Qatar. Ahead of the Intercontinental Cup, Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham spoke to the press about the game in Doha, explaining that “I can’t promise results, but I can promise titles. That we will give our best. Pachuca is a solid opponent and it will be a challenge. It will be a privilege to represent all the Madridistas in Qatar. It doesn’t matter if it’s La Liga, Champions League or another competition, the good thing is that the fans can enjoy their Real Madrid.” Bellingham on the occasion “It’s a pleasure to play another final and we face it as a...

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16Dec By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Lamine Yamal out 3 to 4 weeks with ankle injury

Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal will miss the next three to four weeks, including a crucial match against Atletico Madrid, because of ligament damage inside his right ankle, the Spanish La Liga club announced Monday. Lamine Yamal holds the Golden Boy trophy before the match between FC Barcelona and CD Leganes, corresponding to week 17 of LaLiga EA Sports, at the Lluis Companys Stadium in Barcelona, Spain, on December 15, 2024. (Photo by Joan Valls/Urbanandsport/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Yamal sustained the grade 1 injury to his anterior tibiofibular ligament in the first half of a 1-0 loss to Leganes on Sunday in Barcelona. He remained in the game until being replaced in the 75th minute.The 17-year-old registered six goals and 12 assists through 20 appearances this season. B...

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15Dec By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Atletico seal 1-0 win vs Getafe

Diego Simeone's side have been in fine form and continued their winning run across all competitions with a deserved home triumph, pulling provisionally level with league leaders Barcelona. Norwegian target man Sorloth came off the bench to head home the winner in the second half for his seventh league goal this season. Atletico, second, lead rivals Real Madrid by a point after Los Blancos drew at Rayo Vallecano on Saturday, while Barcelona host Leganes later Sunday. Atletico Madrid controlled the first half but could not put away the chances they created. Two of the most inviting fell to winger Samuel Lino, but he failed to convert on both occasions. Giuliano Simeone crossed for the Brazilian and he poked the ball wide, before firing off-target again after Rodrigo De Paul played him in wit...

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