Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is facing a fitness battle and remains at a rather alarming 60% of his peak condition. The former Manchester United hero has experienced a wonderful individual campaign on the whole, though there is the impression that it could have been a little more
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti believes his side have a better chance of retaining the UEFA Champions League (UCL) trophy than denying Barcelona the La Liga title. Los Blancos squeezed past Atletico Madrid to reach the last four in midweek and were rewarded with on paper the easiest draw as they face Italian champions Juventus […]
It has not been an easy season for Jese Rodriguez. He has not been involved much since he recovered from ACL surgery in late 2014, and his performances have not been great either. According to report, he is ready to leave the club this next summer because he’s frustrated with his role. Jesé wasn’t even […]
Watching Michael Laudrup navigate through the shining floors of a sports club lobby is reminiscent of the poise and purpose of his movements as a player with Juventus, Barcelona and Real Madrid. The legendary Danish midfielder has adopted his switch to the managerial bench with the same ease with which he drifted past opponents on […]
Jens Lehmann wants Mesut Ozil to raise his game and inspire Arsenal to domestic and European success. Ozil has impressed during the London club’s run of eight consecutive victories, demonstrating why Arsene Wenger’s spent big to lure the Germany midfielder from Real Madrid. The 26-year-old has not been consistent during his time at the Emirates […]
Real Madrid will aim to turn around a dismal recent record against city rivals Atletico Madrid when the clubs meet in the quarter-finals of the Champions League tonight. Since overcoming their neighbours to lift an historic 10th European crown last May, Real have failed to beat Atletico in six attempts. A 1-0 defeat at the […]
Mario Mandzukic has been passed fit for Atletico Madrid’s UEFA Champions League (UCL) home clash with Real Madrid following an ankle injury. The Croatia international has missed the last two games after coach Diego Simeone revealed he had been suffering with a long-standing injury to his right ankle. However, the 28-year-old striker trained on Sunday […]
Real Madrid have confirmed they will appeal against Cristiano Ronaldo’s contentious booking during Wednesday’s 2-0 La Liga win at Rayo Vallecano. The Portugal captain was cautioned by Mario Melero for a perceived dive early in the second half during a challenge from Antonio Amaya in the penalty area. Ronaldo was booked for simulation despite […]
Karim Benzema hailed Cristiano Ronaldo’s “phenomenal” talent after the Real Madrid forward produced a stunning five-goal salvo in Sunday’s 9-1 demolition over Granada. Having opened his account after half an hour, Ronaldo went on to record an eight-minute hat-trick before completing the rout in the closing minutes at the Santiago Bernabeu. His haul
RIVALRIES in football can come and go, but there is no surer bet for a high-stakes club match than the biannual Clásico between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona, the two titans of Spain’s La Liga. On March 22nd Barça pulled out a spirited 2-1 victory, increasing their margin in the standings over second-place Real Madrid […]
Having tasted major silverware success with some of Europe’s biggest clubs – AC Milan, Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid – Carlo Ancelotti is, above all else, a winner. Indeed, most recently, the former midfielder, who represented his country at the 1990 FIFA World Cup on home soil, guided Los Blancos to victory in the […]
Finally, the quarter draws of the Champions League has been announced, Madrid will tackle Atletico Madrid, while the French giants will once again do battle with Luis Enrique’s side. FC Porto will meet Pep Guardiola’s Bayern Munich, while Juventus face Monaco. The first leg will be played on on April 14/15 with the return fixture […]
The eyes of the footballing world will be locked firmly on Camp Nou this Sunday as Barcelona host rivals Real Madrid in a crucial 170th Liga Clasico contest. Arguably the biggest match in domestic football will attract a reported half a billion viewers worldwide. It’s a game that’s always filled to breaking point with emotion, […]
Barcelona legend Hristo Stoichkov added a little extra intrigue to the upcoming Clasico between the Blaugrana and Real Madrid, claiming Cristiano Ronaldo is “obsessed” with Lionel Messi and that Los Blancos should consider cashing in on their biggest star. The former Bulgaria international spoke about Sunday’s match, which will have a massive impact on this […]
Times have been tough in recent weeks for Real Madrid star, and former Tottenham attacker, Gareth Bale. The Welsh wizard had not scored in his last nine appearances for the club, stretching back to January 24. Goals are lacking, as are performances. He has been poor in recent weeks with his passing, dribbling and decision […]
Reports have emerged that the Real Madrid ace is now seriously considering a move back to the Premier League, specifically to the club where he won his first Ballon d’Or title. The man who has supposedly convinced him to look back to England is his former manager Sir Alex Ferguson. It is thought that the […]
Spanish giants, Real Madrid will welcome back centre back Sergio Ramos to the squad for Sunday’s La Liga game at home to Levante, in a game Carlo Ancelotti’s men will try to end a run of three matches without a win. Ramos has not played since damaging a hamstring in early February and his return […]
The Brazil legend believes the Portuguese has overtaken the Argentine but feels that the Barcelona starlet will soon be No.1 in the world Pele says that after years of Lionel Messi “dominance”, Cristiano Ronaldo must now be regarded as the finest footballer on the planet – but added that the future belongs to Neymar. Barcelona […]
