Kylian Mbappé Reveals the Two Legends Who Inspired His Real Madrid Dream

For years, football fans around the world speculated about one of the game’s most anticipated moves: Kylian Mbappé joining Real Madrid. Now that it’s finally a reality, the French superstar is opening up about the roots of his love for the Spanish giants — a passion deeply inspired by two of the most iconic names in football history: Zinedine Zidane and Cristiano Ronaldo. A Childhood Dream Born from Zidane's Magic In a recent interview with La Sexta, Mbappé revealed, “I became a Real Madrid fan because of Zidane.” For a young French boy with dream…

Bellingham banned for two games in LaLiga over referee abuse

Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham has been handed a two-game suspension in La Liga after being found guilty of referee abuse. The young midfielder’s frustration boiled over during a recent league fixture, leading to a heated exchange with the match officials. La Liga’s disciplinary committee reviewed the incident and determined that his actions warranted a ban. Bellingham’s absence will be a blow for Madrid as they continue their league campaign, with crucial matches coming up. The club has not yet indicated whether they will appeal the decision, but fan…

Real Madrid vs. Manchester City: Champions League Showdown Ends 3-1 (6-3 Aggregate)

While the Premier League drama unfolded, the Champions League also delivered a thrilling contest as Real Madrid triumphed over Manchester City with a 3-1 victory at the Santiago Bernabéu, sealing their place in the next round with a 6-3 aggregate win. Match Highlights Manchester City, determined to overturn their first-leg deficit, started the match with high intensity. However, it was Real Madrid who struck first with Vinícius Júnior scoring a well-placed goal, putting Madrid in control early on. City responded through Kevin De Bruyne, who found the ba…

Ancelotti's Game Plan: Real Madrid vs. Manchester City

Ancelotti's Game Plan: Real Madrid vs. Manchester City As the stage is set for an electrifying showdown between Real Madrid and Manchester City, Carlo Ancelotti has unveiled his strategic blueprint for this high-stakes clash. With both teams boasting incredible talent, the matchup promises to be a thrilling battle of wits on the pitch. Fortifying the Defense Ancelotti knows that the key to success lies in a rock-solid defense. Manchester City is notorious for its attacking firepower, and to neutralize that threat, Real Madrid will emphasize a discip…

he Impact of Vinicius Jr. Potentially Moving to Saudi Arabia on Real Madrid

In a thought-provoking episode of the Churros y Tácticas Podcast, hosts Kiyan Sobhani and Diego Lorijn engaged in a lively discussion about the potential ramifications if Vinicius Jr. were to accept a substantial offer from a Saudi Arabian club. This hypothetical scenario raises significant questions about the future of Real Madrid and the landscape of football in general. The Rising Interest in Saudi Football Saudi Arabia has been increasingly making headlines in the football world, attracting top talents with lucrative contracts. The possibility of…

Champions League Clash: Ancelotti Braces for Another Intense Battle with Manchester City

Carlo Ancelotti is gearing up his Real Madrid players for what he desibes as a daunting and challenging encounter in the Champions League against Manchester City. He refers to the preparation for this match as a "nightmare," highlighting the intense nature of the competition between the two teams. This upcoming clash at the Etihad Stadium signifies not just a continuation of their rivalry but also marks the fourth consecutive season they will face each other in this prestigious tournament. Despite Manchester City experiencing some difficulti…

Marcelo Announces Retirement from Professional Football

in a heartfelt announcement, Marcelo, the iconic left-back of Real Madrid, has declared his retirement from professional football at the age of 36. After a remarkable career that spanned nearly two decades, Marcelo leaves behind a legacy that few can match. Marcelo began his journey with Los Blancos in 2007, joining from his childhood club, Fluminense. Over the course of 15 years, he became one of the most decorated players in football history, amassing an impressive 25 trophies. His accolades include winning the UEFA Champions League five times and cl…

Mohamed Salah exclusive: Liverpool forward wants 'special' Premier League win in 'last year' at club

Mohamed Salah exclusive: Liverpool forward wants 'special' Premier League win in 'last year' at club Mohamed Salah to Sky Sports: "I really want to win the Premier League with Liverpool. It's my last year in the club so you want to do something special for the city." | Watch Liverpool vs Man Utd at Anfield on Super Sunday, live on Sky Sports; kick-off 4.30pm Mohamed Salah insists he is determined to end on a high at Liverpool and win the Premier League in what he suggests is his final season at the club. Salah is in red-hot…

What's the latest on Alexander-Arnold, and others who might move?: The January transfer window is a notoriously tricky time to do business. But a packed fixture schedule, injuries,

What's the latest on Alexander-Arnold, and others who might move? Image source, Publ The January transfer window is a notoriously tricky time to do business. But a packed fixture schedule, injuries, keeping up a title charge or fighting to stay up means several Premier League managers have hinted that they will need to go into the market this winter. The January transfer window for English clubs opened on Wednesday, January 1 and closes on Monday, 3 February at 23:00 GMT. BBC Sport has taken a closer look at five high-profile players whose futures a…

Olmo crisis leaves Barcelona again mired in uncertaintyDani Olmo has disappeared from La Liga. As of 1 January, his name - along with the lesser-known Pau Víctor

Olmo crisis leaves Barcelona again mired in uncertainty' Dani Olmo has disappeared from La Liga. As of 1 January, his name - along with the lesser-known Pau Víctor - was removed from Barcelona's official list of 33 registered players approved by La Liga, the governing body led by Javier Tebas. The £51m summer signing - and Euro 2024 winner with Spain - was registered as a special exemption only for the first half of the season because Barcelona's difficult financial situation could not meet La Liga's stringent wage cap restrictions. He h…