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Kylian Mbappé, Jude Bellingham, and Marc Cucurella are named in the fan-voted 2026 World Cup Dream XI, with Real Madrid having the most players on the lineup and the trio poised to lead the club next season.
After racist abuse aimed at Vinícius Jr. by Benfica fans and a defense of the behavior by José Mourinho, a global chorus of players, leaders, and commentators rejects blaming the victim and supports the Real Madrid forward. The piece argues racism is an injustice that must be condemned, not excused or framed as a reaction to a victim’s actions, noting Vinícius’s long history of abuse and his unyielding stance. It highlights commentary that Vinícius has forced real change in football by speaking out openly and refusing to be silenced, challenging clubs, leagues, and societal norms rather than backing down amid controversy.
Real Madrid defeated Leganés 3-0 in a La Liga match, with goals from Kylian Mbappé, Fede Valverde, and Jude Bellingham. Despite injuries, Carlo Ancelotti's defensive lineup, including Fede Valverde on the right, performed well. Ancelotti focused on the match despite an upcoming Champions League game against Liverpool. Mbappé showed improvement, scoring the opening goal, while Valverde excelled as a free-kick taker. Jude Bellingham continued his scoring form, netting his second goal in two games. Arda Güler and Dani Ceballos impressed, potentially earning more playing time.
Real Madrid secured a 3-0 victory over Leganes, with standout performances from Kylian Mbappe, who played effectively on the left flank, and Fede Valverde, who impressed at right-back. Coach Carlo Ancelotti praised the team's solid performance and highlighted the contributions of players like Arda Guler and Dani Ceballos. Ancelotti also discussed tactical decisions, including Valverde's versatility and Mendy's absence, emphasizing the team's current focus and compactness.
Real Madrid secured a 4-0 victory over Osasuna, highlighted by a Vinícius Júnior hat-trick and a goal from Jude Bellingham, despite losing Éder Militão, Rodrygo Goes, and Lucas Vázquez to injuries. Carlo Ancelotti's tactical adjustments, including a potential new role for Ferland Mendy, were overshadowed by the team's direct attacking style. The injuries raise concerns about Real Madrid's squad depth and fitness management, while Bellingham's goal could signal a return to form.
Real Madrid will face Manchester City, while Arsenal will take on Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-finals. If City and Arsenal win, they will meet in an all-Premier League semi-final. Atletico Madrid will play Borussia Dortmund, and Paris Saint-Germain will face Barcelona in the other quarter-final ties. The matches will be played across April 9-10 and April 16-17, with the semi-final first legs on April 30-May 1 and the final on June 1, 2024 at Wembley Stadium.
In the 2-2 draw between Valencia and Real Madrid, Vinicius Junior stood out with a goal and an assist, while Carvajal's mistake led to Valencia's second goal. Kroos had an uncharacteristically poor performance, while Modric and Brahim Diaz made positive impacts off the bench.
Real Madrid drew 1-1 against Rayo Vallecano in the 2024 La Liga match. Fede Valverde provided a perfect assist, while Joselu scored for Real Madrid. Player ratings ranged from 3 to 8, with standout performances from Tchouameni and Valverde, while Modric and Carvajal received lower ratings. Substitutions Toni Kroos and Rodyrgo had mixed impacts, and Carvajal received a needless double yellow card.
Real Madrid defeated Arandina 3-1 in the Copa del Rey Round of 32 with standout performances from Brahim Diaz, who scored a goal and assisted another, and Arda Guler, who impressed despite a lengthy absence from competitive play. The match saw a mix of ratings for Real Madrid players, with Nico Paz having a notably difficult game, while others like Eduardo Camavinga and Fede Valverde put in solid performances. Real Madrid's depth was on display as they rotated their squad and still secured a comfortable win.
Real Madrid advanced to the last 16 of the Copa del Rey with a 3-1 victory over Arandina. After a goalless first half, Real Madrid scored through Joselu, Brahim Diaz, and Rodrygo, while Arandina managed a late consolation goal. Carlo Ancelotti rested key players and gave opportunities to youngsters, including a notable debut for Arda Güler. Real Madrid's next challenge is the Spanish Super Cup against Atletico Madrid.
Real Madrid secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Real Mallorca in La Liga, with Toni Rudiger standing out as the match hero, scoring the game-winning goal and earning a 9 rating for his defensive prowess. Other notable performances included Dani Carvajal and Luka Modric, who received ratings of 7.5 and 8 respectively. Fran Garcia struggled with a rating of 4, while Brahim made a significant impact off the bench with a rating of 8. Real Madrid's defense was crucial in maintaining the lead, with some players like Andriy Lunin having fortunate moments as the woodwork came to the rescue.
Real Madrid has announced their starting lineup for the La Liga match against Mallorca, featuring Lunin, Carvajal, Tchouameni, Rudiger, Fran Garcia, Kroos, Valverde, Modric, Bellingham, Vinicius, and Rodrygo. Mallorca's lineup is to be confirmed but is expected to include Rajkovic, Maffeo, Gonzalez, Raillo, Nastasic, Lato, Rodriguez, Mascarell, Costa, Darder, and Prats. The match is set to take place at Santiago Bernabeu with fans anticipating Arda Güler's potential debut. The game will be broadcasted on Movistar La Liga, ABC, and streamed on ESPN+.
Kylian Mbappe is in the final six months of his contract with PSG, allowing him to negotiate with other clubs for a potential free transfer. Real Madrid, a long-time suitor, has set a mid-January deadline for Mbappe to decide on his future, but their interest has cooled due to financial constraints and concerns about team harmony. PSG hopes to retain Mbappe, who has been a key player since his transfer from Monaco, but they are also preparing for the possibility of his departure. The decision ultimately rests with Mbappe, who has previously shown interest in playing for Madrid but has also turned down other lucrative offers.
Real Madrid faces Barcelona in the fifth El Clasico of the season, with the possibility of a changing of the guard for Los Blancos. While some of the old guard are still playing, younger players like Vinicus Jr, Eduardo Camavinga, Rodrygo, Fede Valverde, and Tchouameni have yet to show the consistency of the veterans. Real Madrid can level the domestic trophy count with a win, but a loss will raise questions about how to reach Barca's current level. The match takes place at Camp Nou, and can be streamed on ESPN+.
Barcelona and Real Madrid will face each other in the fourth El Clasico of the season on Sunday. Barcelona is currently nine points ahead of Real Madrid in the league, making this match a must-win for the latter. The recent refereeing scandal involving Barcelona has added a new chapter to the rivalry between the two clubs. Real Madrid has expressed concern about the seriousness of the situation and has distanced itself from Barcelona. The match will be broadcast on ESPN+ and the odds are in favor of Barcelona.