REAL MADRID
Trent Alexander-Arnold returns as injury-hit Real Madrid face Valencia
Real Madrid face a crucial La Liga test at Valencia on Sunday, as they look to keep pace with leaders FC Barcelona.
Jude Bellingham injury a 'big concern' in Real Madrid win
Real Madrid were left concerned despite a dramatic 2-1 La Liga win over Rayo Vallecano after Jude Bellingham was forced off injured just ten minutes into the match, with coach Alvaro Arbeloa admitting the midfielder's absence is a major blow.
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Newcastle handed long trip as Mourinho set for Madrid reunion in Champions League play-offs
The Champions League knockout play-off draw has produced several high-profile clashes, with Newcastle United facing a demanding trip to Azerbaijan and Real Madrid set for a dramatic reunion with Jose Mourinho's Benfica.
Rodrygo apologises for late red card after Real Madrid loss in Lisbon
Rodrygo Goes has moved quickly to apologise to Real Madrid supporters after his late red card capped a difficult Wednesday night for the Spanish giants in a 4-2 defeat to Benfica at the Estadio da Luz.
Kylian Mbappe rips into Real Madrid after Benfica loss
Kylian Mbappe has criticised Real Madrid after scoring both of their goals in a damaging 4-2 defeat to Benfica in Lisbon that dropped the Spanish giants into the Champions League play-off round for a second straight season.
Jude Bellingham emerges as Real Madrid's cornerstone, says Alvaro Arbeloa
Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has hailed Jude Bellingham as a "leader" and a "cornerstone" for the club's future, praising the midfielder's commitment, talent, and influence on and off the pitch.
