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Barcelona Confirm Jules Koundé’s Absence for El Clásico Against Real Madrid

FC Barcelona will face Real Madrid in El Clásico without French defender Jules Koundé, who has failed to recover in time from a left ankle injury, head coach Hansi Flick confirmed on Saturday. The defender’s absence adds to the Catalan club’s selection problems ahead of one......

José Mourinho Says Comparing Real Madrid With Barcelona Before El Clásico Is Unfair

José Mourinho has urged caution over comparisons between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona ahead of Sunday’s El Clásico, arguing that the two teams are at different stages of development as they prepare for one of Spanish football’s biggest fixtures. Speaking to the media on Saturday,......

José Mourinho Backs Brahim Díaz as Real Madrid Star Fights for More Playing Time

Morocco international Brahim Díaz could have an important role to play at Real Madrid under José Mourinho, with the Portuguese coach reportedly valuing the forward’s technical ability, versatility and commitment to the team. Díaz has faced persistent competition for a regular......

Real Madrid vs Barcelona: Courtois Explains the Praise Gap Before El Clásico

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois believes the difference in public recognition between his club and FC Barcelona reflects their respective positions in the Spanish league rather than a significant gap in quality. His comments come just days before the two rivals meet in one of the most anticipated......

Arsenal Target Brahim Diaz: Could the Morocco Star Leave Real Madrid in January?

Morocco international Brahim Diaz could be heading for a new challenge in English football, with Arsenal reportedly considering the Real Madrid attacker as a potential addition to their squad during the January transfer window. According to British outlet Football Insider, the London club has included......

Vinicius Junior Returns to Real Madrid Squad for Champions League Clash Against RB Leipzig

Real Madrid will be able to count on Vinicius Junior for their Champions League meeting with RB Leipzig on Wednesday, as the Brazilian forward returns to the squad despite serving a domestic suspension. His availability offers the Spanish club another attacking option as it prepares for the next stage......

Barcelona Make History With Perfect Liga Start Ahead of PSG and Real Madrid Clashes

FC Barcelona continued their remarkable start to the Spanish league season on Saturday, overcoming Real Betis 5-2 to secure a ninth consecutive La Liga victory and strengthen their position at the top of the standings ahead of a crucial run of fixtures against Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid. Despite......

José Mourinho Says He Would Have Left Real Madrid If He Were Vinicius Junior

José Mourinho has voiced his sympathy for Vinicius Junior, suggesting that he would probably have left Real Madrid last summer if he had faced the same pressures as the Brazilian forward, whose difficult spell has been compounded by disciplinary problems, criticism from supporters and repeated......

Brahim Diaz ranks among the Champions League’s leading creators of dangerous chances

Moroccan international Brahim Diaz is emerging as one of the notable attacking creators in this season’s UEFA Champions League. According to statistics published by football data platform Squawka, the Real Madrid attacking midfielder ranks third among players who have created the most dangerous......