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Jude Bellingham brutally torn by Spanish media as Real Madrid decision turns sour
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Jude Bellingham brutally torn by Spanish media as Real Madrid decision turns sour

Jude Bellingham showed frustration against Celta Vigo. (Image: Getty)The honeymoon period in Madrid looks set to be well and truly over for Jude Bellingham after his weekend outburst. The England international played 90 minutes as Real won 2-1 at Celta Vigo, but failed to find the net as their barren start to the season continued.And his frustration was underlined when he vented his anger at team-mate Vinicius Jnr, with Bellingham lambasting the Brazilian for shooting on goal in the second half when the 21-year-old was unmarked at the far post.At this stage last year, the midfielder had 10 club goals to his name, eventually finishing with 23, which saw him play an instrumental role in Real's successes in La Liga and the Champions League .However, he is yet to score in nine matches d...
Juventus 'announce' Arda Guler transfer in bizarre social media post as fans baffled
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Juventus 'announce' Arda Guler transfer in bizarre social media post as fans baffled

Arda Guler is currently at Real Madrid. (Image: Getty)Juventus have caused confusion with an intriguing social media post welcoming Real Madrid star Arda Guler to the club. Their official English-language X account, followed by more than 3.4 million people, posted a photo of the 19-year-old apparently getting off a plane in Italy.The caption read: "Welcome to Juventus, Arda Guler! The rising football star is now part of the Juventus family."Ready to make history together on this new journey? #WelcomeArda #ForzaJuve const loadOvpScript=()=>{let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=114291&vp_content=plembed3e7arguyxmsj&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId=v114291');document.getElementById('ovp-primis').appendChild(el)};wind...
'I played for Leeds and Real Madrid but I get up at 5.30am for a new job outside of football'
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'I played for Leeds and Real Madrid but I get up at 5.30am for a new job outside of football'

Real Madrid sent Raul Bravo to Leeds in early 2003. (Image: GETTY)Real Madrid loaned 21-year-old defender Raul Bravo to Leeds in early 2003 as the ace patiently awaited his opportunity to impress in La Liga. He played just six times for the Yorkshire giants, but broke into the Real team on his return to Madrid the following season.The player was a regular in the Champions League and the Spanish top flight during the 2003/04 campaign and was Spain's starting left-back at Euro 2024.He eventually dropped to the Bernabeu in the following years and signed for Olympiacos in 2007. The left-back went on to play for numerous clubs before retiring in 2022. And he now gets up at 5:30 a.m. and works as a interior designer."When I hung up my boots, I said to myself, 'What do I do now?' When...
Real Madrid locker room reaction to Zinedine Zidane's decision explains Man Utd's stance
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Real Madrid locker room reaction to Zinedine Zidane's decision explains Man Utd's stance

Zinedine Zidane's first exit from Real Madrid was mourned by his players (Image: Getty)In the event that Erik ten Hag continues to fail to inspire confidence at Manchester United, the legendary Zinedine Zidane could be a welcome tonic. After all, the Real Madrid icon has few equals when it comes to stirring emotion among his players.United are currently struggling and in the midst of their worst start to a Premier League season, and have failed to win any of their opening Europa League matches. The atmosphere at Old Trafford suffered after a dispiriting five-match winless run, with Ten Hag seemingly unable to get a feel for their team.On the other side of the managerial spectrum is the figure of Zidane, 52, whose exit from Real in 2018 would have left a deep void among his players. Aft...
Real Madrid make Trent Alexander-Arnold's January transfer stance clear
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Real Madrid make Trent Alexander-Arnold's January transfer stance clear

Trent Alexander-Arnold has been heavily linked with a move to Rea (Image: Getty)Real Madrid have decided not to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool in January, despite his contract coming to an end, according to the Mirror.The Reds' key defender is expected to be able to negotiate with foreign clubs from January 1 as he enters the final six months of his tenure at Anfield.Although considered a preferred target by Real Madrid, Real Madrid is awaiting his candidacy this winter. His coach, Carlo Ancelotti, confident in the depth of his team, said: "We have Lucas Vazquez, we trust him. Then there is Eder Militao. I see him as a right-back as well."The Spanish giants are keen to sign Alexander-Arnold on a free transfer and although they have not officially presented their vision to h...
Vinicius and Mbappé give Real Madrid victory before the Clásico
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Vinicius and Mbappé give Real Madrid victory before the Clásico

Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior scored to give Real Madrid a 2-1 victory at Celta Vigo in the Spanish league on Saturday.Mbappé gave Madrid the lead with a long-range strike in the 20th minute, but Williot Swedberg equalized in the 51st.Vinícius Júnior gave the visitors victory in the 66th when Luka Modric assisted him with a perfectly threaded pass just moments after being substituted.Celta, however, took it back to the reigning champions. Thibaut Courtois had shots saved by Swedberg and Jonathan Bamba, and Celta substitute Anastasios Douvikas came within inches of equalizing in extra time.Carlo Ancelotti's side went unbeaten for 10 rounds in La Liga and drew level with Barcelona before hosting Sevilla on Sunday.Madrid began a busy week with a home game against Borussia Dortmund in ...
David Beckham's all-time five-a-side team includes just one Man Utd legend
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David Beckham's all-time five-a-side team includes just one Man Utd legend

David Beckham (front row centre) spoke about one of his former Manchester United teammates (Image: Martin Rose/Bongarts/Getty Images)David Beckham has revealed his ultimate five-a-side team and the star-studded line-up includes just one of his former Manchester United teammates. The England legend has played for some of the biggest clubs in the world, which has forced him to overlook many of United's icons.As Sir Alex Ferguson's side dominated the early years of the Premier League, Beckham became a key player for United and helped the club achieve their historic treble before joining Real Madrid in 2003. A perfect signing for Los Blancos during the Galacticos era, Real Madrid made it their mission to bring together the most exciting players in the world. Beckham would later cont...
David Beckham's opinion says a lot about Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold
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David Beckham's opinion says a lot about Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold

Trent Alexander-Arnold received praise from David Beckham (Image: X/@England)David Beckham has explained why he loves watching Trent Alexander-Arnold play for Liverpool FC and England. The Three Lions legend has praised the right-back.Alexander-Arnold enjoyed a successful career from the age of 26. He has been as key as any other player to Jurgen Klopp's success on Merseyside, including his Champions League and Premier League triumphs.His defensive abilities have been scrutinized over the years, which has contributed to his international progress being halted. But on the ball, almost no one can match his quality.Beckham knows what that looks like, which is why he chose Alexander-Arnold as the player he says is most like him in the modern game on the Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast. ...
Chelsea chiefs 'block' transfer deal that would massively help Liverpool and Man Utd
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Chelsea chiefs 'block' transfer deal that would massively help Liverpool and Man Utd

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca keen to keep Josh Acheampong (Image: Getty)Chelsea's transfer stance regarding wonderkid Josh Acheampong could have knock-on effects for Liverpool and Manchester United.The three Premier League heavyweights will be closely monitoring Real Madrid's search for a new full-back as it could have consequences for all of them.According to The Independent, 18-year-old Chelsea prospect Acheampong has become a serious transfer target for Los Blancos, who are looking for reinforcements following Dani Carvajal's long-term injury. But the same report indicates that Enzo Maresca's team intends to block this move because it does not intend to sell one of the best recent products of its academic system.Real satisfying their desire for a full-back by signing Acheam...