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Xabi Alonso Bids Farewell To Real Madrid Fans With Gratitude

Xabi Alonso Bids Farewell To Real Madrid Fans With Gratitude

January 13, 2026 11:18 am

Xabi Alonso has issued a personal message to Real Madrid and their supporters, confirming that his professional chapter at the club has come to an end. In a statement filled with reflection and appreciation, the former midfielder and coach described his time at the club as both an honour and a responsibility, even though the overall outcome did not unfold as he had hoped.

“This professional stage is over, and it didn’t go as we would have liked,” Alonso wrote. His words acknowledged that expectations were high, and while the journey carried pride and commitment, it did not meet the …

Carvajal Faces Sanction After Post-Match Outburst

Carvajal Faces Sanction After Post-Match Outburst

December 9, 2025 5:19 am

Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal is facing possible disciplinary action after a remark he made to referee Alejandro Quintero González was officially documented in La Liga’s match report. The incident occurred after Real Madrid’s 0–2 defeat to Celta Vigo, a match that descended into chaos with multiple red cards and confrontations involving players and staff.

According to the referee’s written report, Carvajal approached Quintero González at the final whistle and said, “This is the standard you’ve set, and then you’ll go pretend to be the victims in the press conference.” Because the referee himself filed this quote as part of …

Saudi Arabia Eyes Rodrygo As Long-Term Move for Vinicius

Saudi Arabia Eyes Rodrygo As Long-Term Move for Vinicius

December 8, 2025 6:41 am

Saudi Arabia’s ambition to attract some of world football’s biggest names has resurfaced with fresh reports linking the country’s growing football project to three major Real Madrid stars. According to the information provided, Saudi representatives are preparing a bid for Rodrygo, the 24-year-old forward who has become an important figure at the Spanish club. While no official offer has been confirmed, the reports suggest that the interest is serious and part of a broader long-term recruitment strategy.

Rodrygo, who has played a key role in Real Madrid’s attack over recent seasons, has been one of the players repeatedly monitored by …

Real Madrid Launch Major “Silicon-Valley” Plan At Valdebebas

Real Madrid Launch Major “Silicon-Valley” Plan At Valdebebas

December 6, 2025 5:38 am

Real Madrid have officially joined forces with the regional authorities to launch the Madrid Innovation District (MID), a sweeping new project to transform part of their Valdebebas training complex into what could become one of Southern Europe’s premier tech- and research-hub campuses. The club signed a collaboration protocol on 2 December 2025 with the regional government, committing approximately 85 hectares of land to a development that aims to mix innovation, business, research, education, and residential or public amenities under one roof. 

The MID is conceived as a “smart district”—a hybrid of corporate headquarters, research institutions, start-ups, training facilities, and lifestyle …

Real Madrid Chaos: Xabi Alonso Under Fire From Players

Real Madrid Chaos: Xabi Alonso Under Fire From Players

November 24, 2025 3:43 pm

Real Madrid are facing a wave of internal tension as speculation grows over Xabi Alonso’s future at the helm. According to reports, it is Alonso—rather than Vinícius Jr.—who appears most at risk of being pushed aside, as recent results have failed to meet the lofty expectations at the Santiago Bernabéu. Sources indicate that the coach is under pressure, scrambling for solutions to challenges that have so far eluded him, adding to the uncertainty surrounding his tenure.

The situation is further complicated by murmurs from within the dressing room. Some players, whose identities remain undisclosed, reportedly do not support Alonso’s continued …

Rodrygo Hits Zero In 29+, Third In Real Madrid History

Rodrygo Hits Zero In 29+, Third In Real Madrid History

November 24, 2025 1:24 pm

Rodrygo Goes has found himself in an uncomfortable corner of Real Madrid history, becoming only the third player at the club to go more than 29 games without scoring a single goal. It’s a statistic no forward ever wants next to their name, especially not at a club where expectations are relentlessly high and every performance is placed under a microscope.

His current drought has now placed him alongside one of the more unexpected figures in recent Madrid memory: Mariano Díaz, the last player to endure such a barren run in attack.

For Rodrygo, the numbers tell only part of …

Konaté Considering Liverpool Renewal As Madrid Looms

Konaté Considering Liverpool Renewal As Madrid Looms

November 19, 2025 1:38 pm

Liverpool have officially made a new contract renewal offer to Ibrahima Konaté, but the centre-back has yet to give an answer, leaving his future uncertain. The 26-year-old’s current deal runs until June 2026, and despite the Reds’ efforts to keep him, Konaté continues to weigh his options amid growing external interest — most notably from Real Madrid. 

According to reports, Liverpool’s latest offer comes with urgency, as they aim to avoid losing Konaté on a free transfer next summer. The Reds reportedly value the defender highly, seeing him as a key pillar in their backline alongside Virgil van Dijk.

On …

Benzema Urges Mbappé To Lead Madrid In Champions League

Benzema Urges Mbappé To Lead Madrid In Champions League

November 18, 2025 7:45 am

Karim Benzema has delivered a powerful and insightful message on Kylian Mbappé’s role at Real Madrid, praising the forward’s progress this season while urging him to embrace the responsibility that comes with playing for the Spanish giants. Speaking with the authority of someone who led Madrid’s attack for more than a decade, Benzema said Mbappé is “much better this season,” adding that scoring goals is nothing new for him. “He did it at PSG, and at Real Madrid he’s going to score many more,” he said confidently.

For Benzema, the expectation is clear: when Mbappé gets a chance, he must …

Florentino Pérez To Step Down As Real Madrid President In 2025

Florentino Pérez To Step Down As Real Madrid President In 2025

November 14, 2025 3:41 pm

Florentino Pérez, the most influential figure in modern Real Madrid history, has decided to step down from the presidency next year, well before his mandate expires in 2028. The move marks a rare moment of transition for a club long shaped by his vision, his ambition, and his unmistakable imprint on global football.

Sources close to the club say Pérez wants the handover handled with care and clarity. His intention is for the transition to unfold in an orderly, transparent way, regardless of whether members approve the referendum tied to future club reforms. For him, the stability of Real Madrid …

Real Madrid FC Officially Renames Historic Stadium ‘Bernabeu’

Real Madrid FC Officially Renames Historic Stadium ‘Bernabeu’

November 13, 2025 11:31 pm

Spanish football giant Real Madrid, confirms a sleek new brand identity for its iconic stadium as part of wider modernization and commercial expansion efforts.

Real Madrid have officially renamed their iconic home ground, confirming that the Estadio de Santiago Bernabeu will now be known simply as “Bernabeu.” The change, which has already appeared in recent promotional materials, marks a new chapter for one of the most recognizable stadiums in world football.

The updated branding was showcased this week as the club hosted promotional events tied to the National Football League (NFL), ahead of Spain’s first-ever American football game. The Bernabeu

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Endrick Eyes Lyon Loan Move For More Game Time

Real Madrid Eye Haaland — But Vinícius Stay Complicates Move

November 2, 2025 2:23 am

Speculation is mounting around Erling Haaland’s future as Real Madrid quietly positions him as a long-term strategic target. According to recent reports, the club is already mapping out plans that hinge heavily on the future of Vinícius Júnior, whose continued presence at the club could significantly complicate any move for the Norwegian striker. 

Haaland, who currently plays for Manchester City, signed a landmark deal reportedly keeping him at the club until 2034. Nevertheless, Real Madrid’s attacking planning appears ambitious: they see Haaland as the ideal addition — but only under specific conditions. One of the key prerequisites appears to be …

Endrick Considering Lyon Loan In Search Of Game Time

November 1, 2025 7:08 am

In a move that could reshape his breakout trajectory, 19-year-old Brazilian forward Endrick appears poised to depart Real Madrid on loan in the January transfer window, with French club Olympique Lyonnais emerging as the front-runner. Sources close to the matter have confirmed that Lyon have made an official approach to Real Madrid and that Endrick’s representatives have engaged with the French side’s project for the second half of the season. 

The young striker has yet to log a minute of league action under manager Xabi Alonso this season — despite being fully fit for weeks — prompting growing concerns about …

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