The Latest Breaking News from Real Madrid

Alvaro Arbeloa’s Defense of Vinicius Junior Could Have Unintended Consequences

The Brazil international has found the back of the net just twice in his last 22 appearances.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 31

‘Footballers really are just very normal people, and that’s what I found with him. I had the chance to live and work alongside Cristiano, it was a very pleasant surprise’ Alvaro Gonzalez on what Cristiano Ronaldo is really like off the pitch

The Al Nassr dressing room welcomed Ronaldo to the Saudi Pro League in December 2022

FourFourTwo · Jan 31

Elche vs. Barcelona: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Barcelona will try to restore a four point lead atop the La Liga standings to put the pressure on Real Madrid.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 31

Real Madrid XI vs. Rayo Vallecano: Arbeloa Makes Rodrygo Decision—Injury News, Predicted Lineup

Los Blancos’ recent struggles have not impacted their fight for the Spanish crown.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 30

Why Pep Guardiola Missed Tottenham Prematch Duties After Trip to Barcelona

Guardiola was in Barcelona three days before Man City’s clash with Spurs giving a talk about the conflict in Israel and Palestine.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 30

Man City XI vs. Tottenham: Foden Decision Made—Injury News, Predicted Lineup

Pep Guardiola’s questionable record against Sunday’s opponents will be in the back of his mind.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 30

Champions League playoffs: Benfica get Real Madrid rematch, Newcastle face Qarabag

Real Madrid have been dealt an instant rematch with Benfica in the Champions League playoffs while Newcastle must travel to Qarabag

The Guardian - UK · Jan 30

Champions League knockout stage play-off draw confirmed as Real Madrid face Benfica rematch

Newcastle handed a tricky test as PSG face a familiar foe

Evening Standard · Jan 30

2025–26 Champions League Knockout Playoff Draw: Real Madrid, PSG, 14 Others Learn Fates

Friday’s draw set up some tantalising fixtures to start the knockout stages.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 30

Newcastle given favourable draw as Champions League knockout play-off fixtures confirmed

The eight ties for the play-off round have been confirmed

The Independent UK · Jan 30