Tag: Real Madrid

Real Madrid Club de Fútbol, commonly known as Real Madrid, or simply as Real, is a professional soccer club based in Madrid, Spain. The club was founded in 1902 and has been one of the most successful and popular clubs in the world for many years.

Real Madrid has had a great deal of success both domestically and internationally. In Spain, they have won La Liga, the top division of Spanish soccer, 34 times, the Copa del Rey, the main domestic cup competition, 13 times, and the Supercopa de España, the Spanish Super Cup, 19 times.

At the international level, they are widely considered one of the greatest team in the history of the game. They have won the European Cup/Champions League 13 times, the most by any club, and also 3 UEFA cups, and 4 UEFA Super Cups. They have also won the FIFA Club World Cup 4 times.

The team plays its home matches at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, which has a capacity of just over 80,000. The club has a large and passionate fan base, and the team’s main rivals are typically considered to be Barcelona. The “El Clasico” matches between the two teams are some of the most watched and most anticipated soccer matches in the world.

Real Madrid has had many star players over the years, including Alfredo Di Stéfano, Ferenc Puskás, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Iker Casillas. The team is currently managed by Zinedine Zidane. They always aiming to retain their status as one of the top clubs in the world and compete at the highest level of domestic and international competitions.

PARIS, FRANCE - MARCH 06: Lucas Vazquez of Madrid controls the ball during the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 Second Leg match between Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid at Parc des Princes on March 6, 2018 in Paris, France. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Spanish media: Arsenal offer Vazquez over double his wages to leave Real Madrid

Arsenal have offered Lucas Vazquez the chance to more than double his wages by moving to North London, according to reports in Spain.

Kovacic admits he wants to leave Real Madrid for regular football

Mateo Kovacic says he wants to leave Real Madrid this summer for regular football, and Arsenal are one of a number of teams interested, according to reports.
Santos v Real Garcilaso PER - Copa CONMEBOL Libertadores 2018

Marin: Arsenal in the race for Rodrygo but don’t want to pay €50m asking...

Arsenal are in the race for Brazilian wonderkid Rodrygo, according to Kike Marin, with Santos asking for around €50m (£43.9m) for the player.
Leicester City winger Riyad Mahrez.

Mahrez reportedly turns down Real Madrid and Manchester City for Arsenal

The Riyad Mahrez to Arsenal story is back in full flow now, with reports in Spain claiming he has decided to turn down all other clubs in favour of joining the North London side.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 10: Arsene Wenger of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at Wembley Stadium on February 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

8 perfect post-Arsenal job opportunities for Arsene Wenger

One of the main reasons Arsene Wenger found it so hard to let go at Arsenal is because the manager has little else in his life to distract him, but there is plenty out there for him to do.
Arsenal's French coach Arsene Wenger waves as he arrive for a state dinner at the Elysee presidential palace in Paris, on June 6, 2014, following the international D-Day commemoration ceremony on the beach of Ouistreham, Normandy, marking the 70th anniversary of the World War II Allied landings in Normandy. AFP PHOTO / FRED DUFOUR

Arsene Wenger quitting ‘destroys’ Real Madrid’s plans claims Spanish report

Arsene Wenger quitting Arsenal at the end of this season has given Real Madrid’s president, Florentino Perez, a real problem according to a report in Don Balon.

Isco would prefer to join Manchester City over Arsenal

Real Madrid attacking midfielder Isco would rather join Pep Guardiola at Manchester City if he leaves Spain this summer, according to reports in the country.

Arsenal makes Lewandowski offer, player wants move

Despite buying Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in January, Arsenal have reportedly made an offer to Robert Lewandowski ahead of the player’s expected move this summer.
Robert Pires

Arsenal announce double charity match against Real Madrid

Arsenal have announced two charity matches against Real Madrid, following the success of the legends match against AC Milan Glorie in 2016.
PARIS, FRANCE - MARCH 06: Lucas Vazquez of Madrid controls the ball during the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 Second Leg match between Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid at Parc des Princes on March 6, 2018 in Paris, France. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Bongarts/Getty Images)

From Spain: Real Madrid winger says ‘I’m going’ amid Arsenal links

Lucas Vazquez is reportedly keen on a move away from Real Madrid this summer with the winger allegedly stating 'I'm going'.

From Spain: Arsenal table £53m for Modric

Arsenal are still being linked with Luka Modric and have now reportedly 'tabled' a £53m - or €60m - bid for the Real Madrid star.
Reiss Nelson (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Real Madrid and Monaco lead queue of clubs following Nelson

Real Madrid and AS Monaco are the 'leading contenders' to sign Arsenal youngster Reiss Nelson, according to reports, but there's still a good chance the 18-year-old will stay put.

Napoli willing to pay £8.9m for Arsenal target Lafont

Napoli and Roma are reportedly willing to pay €10m for Toulouse goalkeeper Alban Lafont, who Arsenal have also been linked with.

Modric informs ‘close circle’ of plans to leave Madrid, Spurs and Arsenal linked

Luka Modric has reportedly informed his ‘close circle’ that he’s leaving Real Madrid and the 32-year-old would supposedly prefer a return to Tottenham or move to Arsenal over Liverpool.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 03: Hector Bellerin of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his sides second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Emirates Stadium on January 3, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Bellerin offers himself to Real Madrid after Barcelona say ‘no’

Hector Bellerin has reportedly offered himself to Real Madrid after Lionel Messi vetoed any Barcelona move for the defender according to reports that I’m going to call ‘dodgy’ to be polite.
Tottenham Hotspur's Dutch Rafael van der Vaart celebrates scoring his goal during an English Premier League football match between Tottenham Hotspur and Blackburn Rovers at White Hart Lane in London, on April 29, 2012. (IAN KINGTON/AFP/GettyImages)

Van der Vaart: I spoke to Van Persie about signing for Arsenal

Rafael van der Vaart recently took part in a Q&A session with FourFourTwo and opened up about links with Arsenal when he was still at Real Madrid.
PARIS, FRANCE - MARCH 06: Lucas Vazquez of Madrid controls the ball during the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 Second Leg match between Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid at Parc des Princes on March 6, 2018 in Paris, France. (Photo by Matthias Hangst/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Lucas Vazquez holds ‘secret meeting’ amid reported Arsenal interest

Lucas Vazquez has reportedly held 'secret meetings' with his agent over a move away from Real Madrid.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 10: Arsene Wenger of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at Wembley Stadium on February 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

8 perfect post-Arsenal job opportunities for Arsene Wenger

One of the main reasons Arsene Wenger is finding it so hard to let go at Arsenal is because the manager has little else in his life to distract him, but there is plenty out there for him to do.

From Spain: Luka Modric keen on fresh start at Arsenal

Former Spurs star Luka Modric is reportedly considering a return to north London, but this time the 32-year-old allegedly wants to join the red side.

Ronaldo agent to make pointless Arsenal contact

Cristiano Ronaldo wants to return to the Premier League if he leaves Real Madrid this summer but rather than re-join Manchester United, the forward reportedly wants to play for a London club.

Arsenal target Navas speaks about future

Real Madrid goalkeeper Keylor Navas isn't worried about having competition for his starting place.

Jose Mourinho ‘erased’ but Arsenal and Manchester City still interested in Dybala

Several Premier League clubs want to sign Paulo Dybala, including Arsenal, but Jose Mourinho and Manchester United are not an option for the Argentinian.
CHICAGO, IL - AUGUST 02: Dani Ceballos #24 of Real Madrid moves against the MLS All-Stars during the 2017 MLS All- Star Game at Soldier Field on August 2, 2017, in Chicago, Illinois. Real Madrid defeated the MLS All-Stars 4-2 in a shootout following a 1-1 regulation tie. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Real Madrid 21-year-old with Arsenal regret still struggling

Four months after reportedly regretting joining Real Madrid instead of Arsenal, Dani Ceballos is still struggling for game time. Ceballos joined Real Madrid in the...

From Spain: Barcelona face competition from Real Madrid for Messi’s ‘chosen one’ Hector Bellerin

Real Madrid want Hector Bellerin to provide competition for first choice right back Dani Carvajal, according to reports. 
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 03: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his sides fourth goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Everton at Emirates Stadium on February 3, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Aubameyang reportedly preferred Real Madrid move over Arsenal

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was hoping for a move to Real Madrid instead of Arsenal, according to reports. 

Madrid said no to cut-price Aubameyang deal in January

Real Madrid turned down the chance to sign Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in January for a reduced price, according to reports.

Arsenal stadium revenue 4th highest in Europe and twice that of Tottenham

Arsenal bring in the fourth largest stadium revenues of any team in Europe, according to the Deloitte Football Money League for 2018.
DORTMUND, GERMANY - NOVEMBER 25: Goalkeeper Ralf Faehrmann of Schalke makes a save against Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Dortmund during the Bundesliga match between Borussia Dortmund and FC Schalke 04 at Signal Iduna Park on November 25, 2017 in Dortmund, Germany. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Dortmund identify Aubameyang replacement as Real Madrid clear the path

Borussia Dortmund are looking for a replacement for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, while Real Madrid have no plans to move for the striker, according to reports.

BBC journalist claims Aubameyang using Arsenal as stepping stone to Real Madrid

According to BBC reporter, Gary Al-Smith, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is joining Arsenal because he wants to fulfil his dream of playing for Real Madrid.

Inter join Liverpool and Arsenal in the race for Ceballos

Inter Milan are the latest club to reportedly show interest in rumoured Arsenal and Liverpool target, Dani Ceballos.
Arsenal fans

£74.09 per-person: Arsenal earn more from fans than any other club

Perhaps unsurprisingly, research shows that Arsenal earn more money per fan than any other club in the world, and also charge the most for tickets.

‘Hate this club so much’, ‘Sad state of affairs’ – Fans fume as Nelson...

Arsenal fans have only just allowed themselves to get excited about Reiss Nelson and he's already getting linked with Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain after reportedly turning down a new deal.

Nelson attracting interest from Real and PSG

Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain are interested in Reiss Nelson as his contract expires in 18 months, and little progress has been made on an extension with Arsenal.

Ceballos ‘sends warning’ to Real bosses amid Arsenal and Liverpool interest

Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos has reportedly asked his agent to set up some talks after interest from Arsenal and Liverpool.

Hope for Arsenal as Zidane is reluctant to sign Arrizabalga

Arsenal may have received fresh hope in their pursuit of Kepa Arrizabalga, as Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane is reluctant to sign him.

5 promising Arsenal transfer targets

The January transfer window usually isn't the most exciting time to be an Arsenal supporter, but with a top four finish slipping away and the clock ticking on several current Gunners' contracts, a flurry of transfer activity could be on the horizon.

Arsenal want out-of-favour Vazquez to replace Alexis

Arsenal want to sign Lucas Vazquez from Real Madrid to replace Alexis Sanchez, according to reports in Spain.
Emmanuel Adebayor

Adebayor adopts late brother’s son

Ex-Real Madrid and Arsenal forward Emmanuel Adebayor has confirmed he’s adopted the son of his late brother, renaming his Junior Emmanuel Adebayor.

Great news for Arsenal in their pursuit for a Kepa

Arsenal have been handed a boost in their alleged pursuit of Athletic Bilbao goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga as Real Madrid are apparently yet to make a formal approach.
Karim Benzema

4 reasons why Arsenal won’t increase offer for Benzema

Arsenal will not increase their reported £35m offer for Real Madrid's Karim Benzema, despite rumours to the contrary.