Real Madrid 2026–27 Season Preview: José Mourinho Tasked With Rewinding the Clock After a trophyless season in the Spanish capital, the changes have been rung on and off the pitch. Sports Illustrated · Aug 18
Sergio’s stunner lights up El Sardinero on Racing Santander’s emotional La Liga return Teenager’s glorious strike made it 2-0 against Villarreal – but though they were pegged back to a draw the match sealed a feelgood return from the abyss The Guardian - UK · Aug 17
Socceroo makes sorry start to new La Liga season Veteran Socceroos goalkeeper Maty Ryan has begun his new La Liga campaign in Spain for Levante with an away defeat to Espanyol. AAP · Aug 17
La Liga kicks off tonight, but Barcelona and Real Madrid willhave to wait another week to begin their campaigns La Liga kicks off this weekend, even as several matches have been pushed back. The defending champions, Barcelona, along with Real Madrid, will launch their seasons next week. Celta Vigo faces a delay for their home opener due to a fungal issue on the pitch. In the meantime, Atletico Madrid… The Economic Times · Aug 14
Why Barcelona and Real Madrid Are Not Playing on La Liga’s Opening Weekend The two biggest clubs in Spain do not have scheduled opponents. Sports Illustrated · Aug 14
La Liga launches big European domestic leagues without Barcelona and Real Madrid La Liga begins its new season this weekend with some matches postponed. Defending champions Barcelona and Real Madrid will start their campaigns later. Atletico Madrid faces uncertainty regarding a key forward's potential departure. The league will introduce new "connected ball" technology for enhanced data. Three teams have been promoted to… The Economic Times · Aug 13
Why Mauricio Pochettino Signing New USMNT Contract Is So Significant The U.S. men’s national team manager signed a deal through the 2030 World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Aug 4
Key Dates to Look Out for in Real Madrid’s 2026–27 Season Los Blancos enter the new campaign intent on returning to winning ways. Sports Illustrated · Jul 22
Who is Mauricio Pochettino? USMNT coach aiming to make World Cup history Mauricio Pochettino was born in Murphy, Santa Fe, Argentina, and has Italian family heritage. He began his playing career in Argentina before moving to Spain to join RCD Espanyol. Pochettino represented Argentina internationally, including at the World Cup 2002. His coaching career has included spells at Espanyol, Southampton, Tottenham, PSG… The Independent UK · Jul 2
Barcelona 2026–27 La Liga Fixtures: Real Madrid, Atlético Madrid Dates, Full Schedule The Catalans are aiming for a third consecutive La Liga title. Sports Illustrated · Jun 30
La Liga 2025-26 awards: the best players, team … and smelliest shirt of the season It was another season to remember for Lamine Yamal and Barcelona, along with Getafe, Rayo and one naughty fan The Guardian - UK · Jun 4
Who is USMNT World Cup Manager Mauricio Pochettino? Mauricio Pochettino has led the USMNT since 2024, but he isn’t a U.S. citizen. Sports Illustrated · Jun 1
Agony and ecstasy in La Liga after a survival battle for the ages At the end of a ‘crazy, crazy day’, Elche were safe. But opponents, Girona, were down with Mallorca and Oviedo The Guardian - UK · May 25
‘A Mistake’—Gavi Criticizes Real Madrid Over Handling of Valverde, Tchouameni Fight Gavi shared his verdict on the reported altercation that transpired in Real Madrid’s locker room. Sports Illustrated · May 21
The Guardian - UK · May 18 Luís Castro eclipses famous namesake after taking Levante to verge of safety The unheralded coach has presided over a remarkable turnaround as the club navigates La Liga’s epic relegation battle
Sports Illustrated · May 15 What Happens Next After Kylian Mbappé’s Explosive Outburst? Real Madrid’s No. 9 claims he is “fourth-choice” under Álvaro Arbeloa.
FourFourTwo · May 14 The crazy relegation battle where even the team in TENTH can still go down The Premier League survival fight looks set to go down to the wire, but it has nothing on the relegation drama elsewhere in Europe
The Guardian - UK · May 14 La Liga’s relegation race ignites as Espanyol end 143-day winless streak A stoppage-time eruption and a crying Manolo González means the Catalan club’s long-awaited victory changes everything
The Guardian - UK · May 13 European football: Kvaratskhelia powers PSG to Ligue 1 title at Lens Khvicha Kvaratskhelia opened the scoring as Paris Saint-Germain beat their title rivals Lens 2-0, while Inter were victorious over Lazio in the Coppa Italia final
Sports Illustrated · May 12 The 10 Best Moments of Barcelona’s La Liga Title-Winning Season Hansi Flick’s Barça are back-to-back La Liga champions following a dominant domestic campaign.
Sports Illustrated · May 5 Thibaut Courtois Clasico ‘Return’ Balanced by Huge Real Madrid Injury Blow The Belgian is set to make his 330th appearance for Real Madrid this weekend.
Sports Illustrated · May 4 Real Madrid’s Worst Seasons of the 21st Century—Ranked The 2025–26 campaign is destined to be among the most forgettable.
The Guardian - UK · May 4 Marcelino returns Villarreal to the Champions League … then walks away It took six years and a lot of soul-searching for the coach nicknamed Salvador Milagros to return in 2023. After more miracles, he is off again
Sports Illustrated · May 4 Major Kylian Mbappe Injury Update for El Clasico Helps Explain Controversial Vacation Álvaro Arbeloa touched upon Mbappé’s behavior, fitness and availability for the La Liga decider against Barcelona.
Sports Illustrated · May 3 Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Espanyol: Vinicius Jr Denies Barcelona Title Celebrations Los Blancos kept their first La Liga clean sheet since Feb. 8.