3 h. ago Mbappé and Vinícius lead Real Madrid resurgence as Monaco are hit for six

The scars remain and there is much to be fixed still but this was a significant step towards reconciliation and something of a statement too. Not just in the goals they scored, but the reaction to them. Nine days after Xabi Alonso’s sacking, six after their captain said they had hit rock bottom with Copa del Rey elimination and three after the protest of a generation, white hankies and whistles greeting the players and even the president, there were songs and support at last as Real Madrid defeated Monaco 6-1.Kylian Mbappé, Franco Mastantuono and Jude Bellingham all scored, while there was also an own goal from Monaco’s Thilo Kehrer. The Englishman celebrated his with a drinking celebration following rumours about his supposed off-field habits and accusations about his part in Alonso’s sacking. He had already referred to that by posting: “Honestly, what a load of shit.” Smiling now, this response was even more pointed, and done from a position of power, at the end of an impressive p...

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4 h. ago Arne Slot hits out at question Xabi Alonso could replace him at Liverpool

Liverpool manager Arne Slot hit back at questions about Xabi Alonso potentially replacing him at Anfield after the former Reds midfielder and managerial target was sacked by Real Madrid

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5 h. ago Arne Slot issues fiery response to Xabi Alonso question in Liverpool press conference

Liverpool boss Arne Slot was asked about rumours former Reds midfielder Xabi Alonso could be the club's next head coach following his departure from Real Madrid

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5 h. ago Kylian Mbappe makes Jude Bellingham feelings clear after Real Madid star brutally booed

Kylian Mbappe has praised Real Madrid teammate Jude Bellingham after the midfielder was booed by sections of the club's own supporters

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6 h. ago Inter v Arsenal, Real Madrid v Monaco, and more: Champions League – live

⚽ Champions League updates | Follow Spurs v Dortmund⚽ Live scores | Table | Follow us on Bluesky | Email WillMikel Arteta does not look concerned.Brahim Diaz is not back on the Real Madrid bench Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Man Utd target Ruben Neves gives green light to complete January transfer

Manchester United are among the teams who have been linked with Ruben Neves but the former Wolves midfielder has been targeting a surprise switch to Real Madrid

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7 h. ago Rosenior adamant PSG and Real Madrid target Fernández’s long

Fernández linked with Champions League winnersChelsea have no intention of selling Argentina midfielderLiam Rosenior has dealt a blow to Paris Saint-Germain’s and Real Madrid’s hopes of signing Enzo Fernández by insisting the midfielder’s long-term future lies at Chelsea.There has been plenty of noise around Fernández over the past week, with reports in France claiming PSG are targeting him as part of their plans to rebuild their midfield this summer. Madrid are also being talked up as a potential destination for the Argentina international, particularly as they are short of a player capable of dictating play, but Rosenior has no doubts about the 25-year-old’s commitment to Chelsea. Continue reading...

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10 h. ago Xabi Alonso 'makes Liverpool call' as stance on replacing Arne Slot emerges after Real Madrid sack

Liverpool face a crucial period with head coach Arne Slot under pressure, and reports from Spain suggest Xabi Alonso could be waiting for his next role after his sacking at Real Madrid

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13 h. ago Families living near 150m HS2 bridge named after Jude Bellingham complain 'Godzilla

The Bellingham Bridge - named after the Real Madrid and England star Jude - will be one of the tallest HS2 bridges once it is completed near Birmingham city centre.

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17 h. ago 'I could've replaced Mo Salah at Liverpool this time last year

This Real Madrid star made a name for himself last week for all the wrong reasons, but just 12 months ago, he was linked with a big-money move to Liverpool

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31 h. ago Jurgen Klopp leaves door OPEN to join Real Madrid as Liverpool legend drops clear hint

Jurgen Klopp has publicly stated his stance over a possible return to management, having been linked with a move to Real Madrid after they sacked Xabi Alonso

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31 h. ago Morocco's Brahim Diaz breaks silence on AFCON penalty after fixing accusations

Real Madrid star Brahim Diaz has shared an emotional statement on social media following his Panenka penalty in the AFCON final

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32 h. ago Arsenal transfer news: Scouts sent to Real Madrid as plans emerge to disrupt Man Utd

Mirror Football brings you a round-up of the latest Arsenal transfer news

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33 h. ago Arsenal have fresh opportunity to snap up 'Turkish Lionel Messi' after huge decision

Real Madrid's decision to sack Xabi Alonso could work in Arsenal's favour, with the Gunners being linked to a key player

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35 h. ago Kylian Mbappe sends clear message to Real Madrid fans who booed Vinicius Jr

Vinicius Jr was booed throughout Real Madrid’s 2-0 win over Levante on Saturday

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40 h. ago Football transfer rumours: Chelsea to bid £44m for Rennes’ Jérémy Jacquet?

Today’s rumours are out and aboutLiam Rosenior is eager to sign a defender and Chelsea have their eye on Jérémy Jacquet of Rennes. The Ligue 1 club want around £44m for the 20-year-old centre-back, a fee Chelsea may be willing to pay with Levi Colwill and Tosin Adarabioyo injured. The Blues could also consider selling skipper Enzo Fernández, who is a target for Real Madrid.There may be a shortage of centre-backs at Internazionale soon. With Marc Guéhi on his way to Manchester City, Liverpool need to reconfigure their recruitment plan, and the 26-year-old Nerazzurri defender Alessandro Bastoni is on their list of targets. Continue reading...

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50 h. ago European football: Barcelona slip up at Real Sociedad while Milan stay in hunt

La Liga lead cut to one point after surprise 2-1 defeatFüllkrug scores first goal in Italy since leaving West HamReal Sociedad damaged Barcelona’s title defence with a surprise 2-1 home victory as Hansi Flick’s side fell to a first defeat in 12 matches. The Catalan side, who hit the woodwork four times and had two goals disallowed, now lead their rivals Real Madrid by only a point at the top of La Liga after Álvaro Arbeloa’s side beat Levante on Saturday.Sociedad, now unbeaten in four games under their new American coach Pellegrino Matarazzo, had Carlos Soler sent off late on but managed to hold on. Continue reading...

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51 h. ago Senegal win Africa Cup of Nations after walking off pitch amid penalty chaos

Brahim Diaz missed a stoppage time spot-kick as the hosts faltered.

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55 h. ago Jose Mourinho responds to Real Madrid return rumours in typically blunt fashion

Jose Mourinho was Real Madrid manager between 2010 and 2013 and has been linked with a move back to the Spanish giants, who are reeling after the sacking of Xabi Alonso

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3 d. ago European football: Mbappé spot on to deliver first Real Madrid win for Arbeloa

Raúl Asencio also on target in 2-0 win over LevanteLautaro Martínez gives Inter 1-0 victory at UdineseReal Madrid ended a turbulent week with a much-needed 2-0 win against relegation-threatened Levante, courtesy of second-half goals from Kylian Mbappé and Raúl Asencio, after being met with boos from a restless Bernabéu crowd before the breakthrough arrived.The win snapped Real’s two-match losing run and offered brief respite after a bruising week. They looked flat in the first half, still carrying the scars of Sunday’s 3-2 defeat by Barcelona in the final of the Supercopa de España, followed by the departure of Xabi Alonso as manager the next day and a shock 3-2 Copa del Rey exit to second-division Albacete on Wednesday. Continue reading...

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