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The Digest: Benfica manager Jose Mourinho has publicly dismissed speculation linking him with a return to Real Madrid. When questioned about media reports suggesting he could replace the recently departed Xabi Alonso, Mourinho stated, "Don't count on me for soap operas," indicating his...

The Digest: Real Madrid’s interim coach Álvaro Arbeloa has shouldered complete responsibility for his team’s stunning Copa del Rey elimination at the hands of second-tier Albacete Key Points: Real Madrid lost 3–2 to Albacete, exiting the Copa del Rey in a major upset. Interim coach Álvaro...

The Digest: Real Madrid’s first match under new manager Alvaro Arbeloa ended in a stunning 3-2 defeat to second-tier Albacete, crashing out of the Copa del Rey just days after sacking Xabi Alonso Key Points: Real Madrid lost 3-2 to second-division Albacete in the Copa del Rey. The defeat...

The Digest: Real Madrid have parted ways with head coach Xabi Alonso just seven months into his tenure, replacing him with former player Alvaro Arbeloa. The move follows a Super Cup loss to Barcelona Key Points: Xabi Alonso left Real Madrid by “mutual agreement” on Monday. He was replaced by...

The Digest: Barcelona president Joan Laporta has criticized Kylian Mbappé for urging Real Madrid teammates to leave the pitch instead of performing a guard of honor after Barcelona's Supercopa victory. Key Points: Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 3–2 in the Spanish Super Cup final in Jeddah...

The Digest: Real Madrid announced the dismissal of head coach Xabi Alonso just months after his appointment. A club legend, Alonso’s exit comes after the Spanish Supercup Key Points : Real Madrid and Xabi Alonso parted ways “by mutual agreement” on Monday. Alonso was appointed in May 2025...

The Digest: Barcelona has secured the Spanish Super Cup title and a €2 million prize after a 3-2 victory over rivals Real Madrid. The match in Jeddah explores the intense rivalry and engages fans with the high stakes of elite football, both in glory and financial reward. Key Points...

The Digest: Real Madrid edged Atlético Madrid 2-1 in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final, setting up an El Clásico final against Barcelona. The tense clash was marred by a sideline spat between Diego Simeone and Vinícius Jr. Key Points : Federico Valverde opened the scoring with a powerful...

The Digest: Vinicius Jr was involved in a heated exchange with Diego Simeone during Real Madrid’s 2-1 Spanish Super Cup win over Atlético Madrid. The Atlético coach warned the Brazilian star, “Florentino will fire you.” Key Points: The incident occurred as Vinicius was being substituted...

The Digest: Real Madrid has confirmed that star forward Kylian Mbappé will be sidelined for approximately three weeks due to a left knee ligament sprain, ruling him out of key upcoming matches. Key Points: Medical tests revealed an issue with the lateral ligament in Mbappé's left knee, an...

The Digest: Paris Saint-Germain has been ordered to pay former striker Kylian Mbappe €60 million (£52.5m) in unpaid wages and bonuses, a fraction of the €263 million he had sought from the club. Key Points: A Paris labour court ordered PSG to pay Kylian Mbappe €60 million in unpaid salary...

The Digest: Real Madrid secured a hard-fought 2-1 win at Alavés, with Kylian Mbappé and Rodrygo both reaching 70 career goals for the club in a match that also saw the highly anticipated front four start together for the first time. Key Points: Mbappé opened the scoring, marking his 70th...

The Digest: Manchester City secured a significant 2-1 comeback victory over Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu on Wednesday. The result increased pressure on Madrid manager Xabi Alonso, while Arsenal maintained their flawless record with another commanding win. Key Points: Real Madrid...

The Digest: Xabi Alonso faces a defining Champions League test against Manchester City as pressure mounts following Real Madrid’s slump in La Liga. Rooted in the storm of managerial uncertainty, defeat could end his tenure amid reports of locker-room tension, injuries, and potential successors...

The Digest: Ahead of Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League tie, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has cautioned his squad about the challenge of playing at the Santiago Bernabeu. Rooted in the storm of European competition, his warning comes after Real Madrid’s surprising weekend defeat to...

The Digest: Real Madrid fell to a stunning 0–2 defeat at home against mid-table Celta Vigo on Sunday, with substitute Swedberg scoring twice. Rooted in the storm of a turbulent match, the hosts finished with nine men after two red cards and injuries, ceding ground to Barcelona in the title...

The Digest: Barcelona will remain at the summit of LaLiga after rivals Real Madrid were held to a 1-1 draw by Girona. According to reports, the result explores the unpredictable nature of the league, engaging fans in the shifting dynamics at the top of the table as the season's narrative takes...

The Digest: Real Madrid have officially ended their pursuit of Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté, notifying the Reds that they will not proceed with a potential transfer. The decision concludes months of speculation around the French international, who remains in contract talks with Liverpool...

The Digest: Real Madrid's dressing room has split into factions over manager Xabi Alonso, with at least six first-team players reportedly wanting him dismissed just months into his tenure. According to Mundo Deportivo, the discontent emerges despite the club leading LaLiga, highlighting early...

Real Madrid faces a significant challenge as Brazilian forward Vinicius Junior has informed the club he will not renew his contract for now, citing a strained relationship with head coach Xabi Alonso. According to The Athletic, the impasse has alerted Premier League giants Liverpool and...