The ex-Chelsea ace, 29, sustained a scary head and eye injury during Real's 1-1 draw with Shakhtar Donetsk two weeks ago. Real Madrid star Antonio Rudiger revealed his gruesome injuries Credit: Pacific Coast News Antonio Rudiger hurt his eye and head in the Champions League The centre-back was busted open after he heroically netted a last-gasp equaliser in the fifth minute of stoppage time to...Full Story »

Matt Bloomfield said he was proud of his Colchester players after they played out an entertaining 2-2 draw with fellow League Two strugglers Crawley.The U’s led in the 20th minute following Alex Newby’s excellent low 25-yard strike, from Dan Chesters’ short pass.But Crawley hit back with two goals either side of half-time.The visitors equalised in the 45th minute when Ashley Na...Full Story »

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti admits full commitment from his players ahead of facing Champions League opponents RB Leipzig. The Italian spoke about the approaching World Cup and the caution regarding the physical condition of the players, but sent a strong message to those players who are worried about injuries. "Injuries exist in the world of football. If you don't want to get injured,...Full Story »

An update on the wellbeing of Real Madrid star Federico Valverde has been provided on Saturday evening. Los Blancos, of course, were back in action a short time ago. Aware that a victory would see them, at least temporarily, open up a six-point advantage over Clasico rivals Barcelona atop the La Liga table, Carlo Ancelotti and co, welcomed Sevilla to the Bernabeu. And the aforementioned Val...Full Story »

Man City target Napoli star Kvaratskhelia Manchester City will have set their sights on signing Khvicha Kvaratskhelia from Napoli, The Sun reports. The winger has impressed in Serie A since joining in the summer and has already caught the attention of the Premier League champions. Barca want Dortmund rising star Moukoko Barcelona are interested in signing Youssoufa Moukoko from Borussia Do...Full Story »

Harrogate boss Simon Weaver believes his team are beginning to look like a “really competitive outfit” again after fighting out a 1-1 home draw against in-form Tranmere.The visitors were hoping to rack up a sixth league victory on the bounce but conceded the opening goal for the first time in nine matches when Matty Daly netted for the Sulphurites after 37 minutes.Jordan Turnbull&rsq...Full Story »

Barcelona bounced back from their Clasico loss in style as they cruised to a 3-0 home LaLiga win over Villarreal with a brace from Robert Lewandowski on Thursday. The Camp Nou club remained second in the standings on 25 points, three behind Real Madrid and three clear of third-placed Real Sociedad, who have won their last five league games and eight consecutive wins in all competitions. Mana...Full Story »

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti was happy with Marco Asensio in victory at Elche. Asensio scored in the 3-0 win on the night. Ancelotti said, "We haven't discussed the contract. "Marco is a member of the squad. It's true that he hasn't played much, but he's proved that he can play. He's been decisive in the few minutes I've given him and he's going to be more involved going forward. "We'...Full Story »

Martinelli joined Arsenal in July of 2019. The Gunners are understood to have paid just over £6m for the Brazilian. And Martinelli proved one of Arsenal’s bright sparks during his debut 2019/20 season. The 21-year-old scored 10 and assisted four across 26 outings for the club, including a stunning individual effort vs Chelsea in the Premier League. However, the Brazilian’s ...Full Story »

Karim Benzema picked up the award on Monday night Karim Benzema claimed he chose to join Real Madrid over Manchester United. The French forward, who won the prestigious Ballon d’Or on Monday beating the likes of Kylian Mbappe and Kevin De Bruyne, said that he turned down the chance to head to Old Trafford in 2009 and has never looked back since. With Los Blancos, the veteran attacker wo...Full Story »

Benjamin Mendy's friend's alleged rape victim has denied being proud of sex with Jack Grealish A woman denied claims she was "proud" of having sex with Jack Grealish after she was allegedly raped by a friend of Benjamin Mendy. The alleged victim, who was 23 at the time, said she was raped by Louis Saha Matturie, 41, on a booze run to a local petrol station on August 23 last year. Matturie was ...Full Story »

Real Madrid and France forward Karim Benzema has won the Ballon d'Or - awarded to the best footballer of the year - for the first time. Benzema scored 44 goals in 46 games as he helped Real win the Champions League and La Liga in 2021-22. Lionel Messi (seven) and Cristiano Ronaldo (five) had won the award on 12 of the previous 13 occasions. Bayern Munich's Sadio Mane, who was at Liverpool i...Full Story »

Real Madrid turn their back on Mbappe (Marca) Real Madrid have turned their back on a potential transfer for Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe - according to Marca. The Frenchman snubbed a summer move to Santiago Bernabeu to sign a new deal at Parc des Princes, but it has been reported that he regrets that decision and wants a January move. Madrid won't be reviving their interest in Mb...Full Story »

ENGLAND star Jack Grealish shows he’s well marked at the back — after a hot “cupping” session. Jack, 27, opted for the alternative therapy which involves hot glass jars being placed on the skin. Jack Grealish posted shared images of himself receiving cupping treatment on Instagram The £100million Manchester City ace shared snaps of the unusual treatment, which lef...Full Story »

Real Madrid fear Manchester City's spending power will see them sign unhappy PSG striker Kylian Mbappe. Marca says Mbappe is claimed to be considering buying himself out of his Paris Saint-Germain contract in January. That would make him a free agent, although signing fees and wages would still make a move for Mbappe a costly one. But there are "no financial boundaries" stopping City from t...Full Story »

QPR manager Michael Beale labelled it a “really bad afternoon” as his side missed the chance to go top of the Championship following a 3-1 defeat at Luton.The Hatters led in the first half through Elijah Adebayo before Jimmy Dunne’s own goal made it 2-0 with 13 minutes left.Although Rangers pulled one back in stoppage time, Luke Freeman wrapped the win up against his former sid...Full Story »

Barcelona and Spotify have revealed that Drake’s OVO owl logo will feature on their shirts in the Clasico clash with Real Madrid. La Liga giants are partners with Spotify Celebrating milestone for Canadian rapper Special shirts for fixture at Santiago Bernabeu WHAT HAPPENED? The Catalan giants are due at Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday for a meeting with their fiercest rivals, and a fr...Full Story »

Barca want to sell Man Utd target De Jong Barcelona are determined to sell Frenkie de Jong in the near future to raise funds. Sport reports the Camp Nou side need to get rid of the Manchester United target so they can invest in other players, while Gerard Pique and Jordi Alba are also set to be released. PSG eye Joao Felix as Messi replacement but Barca also in contention (AS) Paris Sa...Full Story »

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has given his full backing to coach Xavi and urged him to lead the club to victory against Real Madrid on Sunday. Barca facing Champions League elimination President has confidence in Xavi Laporta urged coach to get the win WHAT HAPPENED? Despite their unbeaten start to the season in La Liga, Barca are struggling in the Champions League after drawing 3-3 ...Full Story »

The Brazil midfielder signed from Lyon for £35million in January but revealed “conversations” with Real Madrid during the summer. Bruno Guimaraes has emerged as a supporters' hero in Newcastle's rise to sixth place, but might have to be sold to boost resources Credit: Getty Newcastle sporting director Dan Ashworth admits 'at some stage' the big-spending Magpies could lose spe...Full Story »