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Carlos Espí replaces Ferrán Torres in Spain’s list
Real Madrid striker Carlos Espí has been called up by Luis de la Fuente to replace Ferrán Torres in the Spanish national team during the rest of the FIFA break. Espí scored five goals for Spain’s U21 team just a few days ago and that earned him the nod to replace Torres. The striker will […]
Eduardo Camavinga plays 15 minutes in France’s draw vs Italy
Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga came on as a substitute for the outgoing Rayan Cherki in France’s 1-1 draw with Italy at Stade de France on Friday. France went ahead after a belter of a goal from Michael Olise in the second half, before an error from Lucas Da Cunha allowed Alessandro Bastoni to score […]
Güler once again Türkiye’s best player in a losing cause
The trend continues: Arda Güler has little-to-no-help, Türkiye continues to create chances, Türkiye’s continues to misses chances, and Türkiye continues to spiral defensively. That’s three straight losses now for Vincenzo Montella, and along the way, they’ve been outscored 8-1, sitting dead last in Group A of the UEFA Nations League. Güler doesn’t deserve the blame, […]
Obrador about leaving Real Madrid for Benfica: “I didn’t think twice about it”
Former Real Madrid player Rafa Obrador has talked to AS about his move to Benfica in the summer of 2025. “When Benfica called me, I didn’t think twice. It was a great opportunity. Every player’s dream is to play in the Champions League, and Benfica always competes in Europe. It’s a giant club,” he said. […]
Carlos Espi scores five goals for Spain U21
After coming off the bench in Spain U-21’s last game in the loss to Finland, Carlos Espi was put in the starting line-up ahead of Gonzalo Garcia against San Marino today. It was, as expected, a complete bloodbath. Spain won 13-0, and Espi scored five goals while handing out two assists. These are the games […]
Madrid Daily: Asencio’s surgery, Cestero’s return and Mourinho’s denial
Real Madrid began October with confirmation of Raúl Asencio’s surgery, while Castilla are preparing to welcome Jorge Cestero back for Friday’s derby. Those developments bring different priorities for the club: a rehabilitation process for one defender and a return to competition for one of the academy’s leading midfielders. Mourinho, meanwhile, has moved to distance himself […]
OFFICIAL: Real Madrid issue statement following UEFA’s announcement over Negreira case
Real Madrid have published an announcement on their website following UEFA’s own statement confirming that they have received documents over the Negreira case. In light of the communication issued today by UEFA regarding the so-called ‘Negreira case,’ Real Madrid C.F. states the following: UEFA has confirmed the receipt of the complaint filed by Real Madrid […]
OFFICIAL: UEFA open investigation into Barcelona over Negreira case
UEFA have published a statement announcing that they’ve opened an investigation into FC Barcelona over the documents that Real Madrid sent their way in recent months. UEFA can confirm that it has received from Real Madrid CF a substantial amount of documents related to the ongoing investigation into FC Barcelona in the matter involving José […]
OFFICIAL: Asencio undergoes surgery to repair tibia fracture
Real Madrid have published a new medical report on Raúl Asencio, who underwent surgery today. Our player Raúl Asencio successfully underwent surgery today performed by Dr. Manuel Leyes for a stress fracture in his right tibia. The operation was supervised by Real Madrid’s Medical Services. Asencio will begin his recovery process in the coming days.Source: […]
Courtois: “Some things get called in other stadiums, but we don’t get those same calls”
Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois talked to Onda Cero last night and shared some of his thoughts about the controversy surrounding the referees and the club. “I don’t think there’s some kind of conspiracy or anything like that, I’m not that cynical. There are things you see in other fields that get called, but they […]
Open Thread: October 1, 2026
The Open Thread/Daily Merengue is a place where you can discuss anything and everything related to football. Feel free to discuss the topics presented here, or start your very own discussions! The Open thread will be posted every day by one of the mods you’d totally do a sushi night with: Valyrian Steel, Felipejack, Kung_Fu_Zizou […]
The Most Prolific Creative Force In Europe: Arda Güler
Earlier today, Real Madrid announced that Arda Güler is the team’s player of the month for September. That adds up — he has probably been the team’s best player this season and the only reason why he is not the league’s best performer full stop is because Raphina ingested some vibranium into his veins and […]
Butragueño attended the centenary of Alfredo Di Stéfano’s birth in Buenos Aires
A tribute marking the centenary of Alfredo Di Stéfano’s birth took place in his hometown of Buenos Aires. Real Madrid was represented by its Director of Institutional Relations, Emilio Butragueño, while the Blonde Arrow’s daughter Silvana and sister Norma Di Stéfano were also in attendance. The ceremony included the unveiling of a plaque at Padre […]
OFFICIAL: Arda Güler is Real Madrid’s player of the month for September
Arda Güler, 21, was named Real Madrid’s player of the month for September 2026. The club announced the player winning the prize on its social media. Güler has enjoyed a great start to the season, being one of Real Madrid’s most influential players. His chance creation numbers have been incredible to start the campaign. The […]
OFFICIAL: Real Madrid confirm Asencio’s surgery
Real Madrid have confirmed Wednesday’s reports suggesting that defender Raúl Asencio was going to require surgery to repair a fracture on his shin, confirming that the defender will go under the knife on Thursday. Our player, Raúl Asencio, will undergo surgery tomorrow due to a stress fracture in the tibia of his right leg.Source: Realmadrid.com […]
Asencio very close to undergoing surgery, would miss three months -report
Real Madrid defender Raúl Asencio is still experiencing discomfort on the shin injury which was already bothering him last season and is set to have surgery to repair it, according to a report from MARCA. The defender would be out for at least three months, per that same report. Asencio hasn’t made his season debut […]
Huijsen and Cucurella’s game in numbers vs. Croatia
Spain had nine of the leading 10 players for touches in the final third. Lamine Yamal had 41 touches in the final third, more than any other player. Fabián Ruiz generated 0.402 xT from open-play passes, more than any other player. Croatia supplied seven of the leading 10 players for defensive actions. Josko Gvardiol recorded […]
Top 10 players: Czechia 0–2 England
England had all top 10 players for xT created from open-play passes. Trent Alexander-Arnold generated 0.555 xT from open-play passes, more than any other player. Anthony Gordon made nine progressive carries, the joint-highest figure in the match. Czechia supplied four of the leading five players for long-ball completion. Stepán Chaloupek completed 50.0% of his long […]
Madrid Daily: Militão’s progress, Clásico prices and Ancelotti’s message to Vinícius
Real Madrid continued their international-break preparations on Tuesday, with Éder Militão again working alongside his teammates while five players remained in rehabilitation. Away from Valdebebas, Carlo Ancelotti offered support for Vinícius Júnior after the forward scored for Brazil, Barcelona opened its Clásico ticket presale, and Nasser Al-Khelaifi discussed Madrid’s potential return to the European club […]
Real Madrid feared Mbappé was going to need surgery -report
When Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé suffered his knee injury during France’s match against Turkey the club feared that he was going to need surgery, according to a report published on AS. Ultimately, Mbappé escaped said outcome also because he decided to leave the field, per that same report. The French star has been diagnosed […]
Brahim Diaz scores in Morocco’s 2 – 0 win over Lesotho
I will be honest, this one was not easy on the eyes. Morocco’s possession hovered between 80-90% throughout the game, and the majority of their passes were in the middle third. Lesotho couldn’t do anything except for defend and sit without the ball, and, to make it worse from a visual experience, the stadium was […]
Vinicius scores, Endrick assists as Brazil defeat Australia 2-4
Brazil returned to winning ways by defeating Australia 2-4 in Brisbane, in what was the second of two friendly matches between the two nations following their 1-1 draw last Friday. Brazil took an early lead as Vanderson’s powerful strike from inside the box in the third minute sailed past Australian goalkeeper Patrick Beach and into the […]
Open Thread: September 29, 2026
The Open Thread/Daily Merengue is a place where you can discuss anything and everything related to football. Feel free to discuss the topics presented here, or start your very own discussions! The Open thread will be posted every day by one of the mods you’d totally do a UCL night with: Valyrian Steel, Felipejack, Kung_Fu_Zizou […]
Rodrygo closing in on total recovery from ACL tear
Real Madrid striker Rodrygo Goes reached a milestone in his recovery from the ACL tear he suffered in early 2026, as he completed some touches with the football during Monday’s training session with the group. The Brazilian forward won’t be expected to be cleared to play at least until January, according to reports published on […]
Arda Güler’s Second Half Surge Not Enough As Türkiye Lose To Italy (1-4)
Something strange happened in tonight’s Group A match between Türkiye and Italy. In the first half, one team was played off the park, and the other ascended — and the gap between two teams looked more akin to a youth team going up against a World Cup powerhouse. Italy played their best half, maybe in […]
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