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.

Olympique de Marseille's French midfielder Lassana Diarra warms up prior to the French Ligue 1 football match between Olympique de Marseille (OM) and Guingamp at the Velodrome stadium in Marseille on February 8, 2017. (BORIS HORVAT/AFP/Getty Images)

Most unlikely 2017 deal: Ex-Arsenal midfielder linked with PSG move

Paris Saint-Germain are planning a surprise move for former Arsenal midfielder Lassana Diarra, according to reports in France.

Alexis to Man City could cause transfer chain reaction

Should Arsenal's Alexis Sanchez joined Manchester City as expected, Real Madrid could be free to sign Sergio Aguero as part of the transfer chain reaction.

Arsenal make top 250 fandoms in the world

Arsenal have made the "Fandom 250", a ranking of the top 250 fanbases in the world run by Fanside.com.

Bad news for Arsenal with Milan entering race for Ceballos

AC Milan have reportedly joined Arsenal in the race for Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos.
Karim Benzema reacts during the UEFA Champions League group H football match Real Madrid CF vs Tottenham Hotspur FC at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on October 17, 2017. (GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP/Getty Images)

Arsenal won’t be signing Benzema

Once again, Arsenal have been linked with a move for Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema, despite many more reasons why they'd be better off steering clear.

Bad news for Arsenal with Arrizabalaga set to join Real Madrid

Arsenal have been dealt a blow with goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga potentially joining Real Madrid in the January transfer window, according to reports in Spain.

Real Madrid plan £26.5m move for Alexis in January

Real Madrid are interested in Alexis Sanchez, and are starting to consider him as their primary target over Mauro Icardi, according to reports in Spain.

Spanish media guess at Benzema’s thought process to declare he doesn’t want Alexis

Karim Benzema is concerned that Real Madrid could sign Alexis Sanchez, according to reports.

Arsenal interested in Keylor Navas

Arsenal are interested in signing Real Madrid's Keylor Navas as a replacement for Petr Cech, according to reports.

Arsenal eyeing up Navas to replace Cech

Arsenal could reportedly be eyeing up Real Madrid goalkeeper Keylor Navas as a potential replacement for Petr Cech.
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)

Roma leading Arsenal in the race for Ceballos

Roma are the favourites to sign Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos, according to reports.

Real Madrid could sell Vazquez to make room for Alexis

Real Madrid will make room for Alexis Sanchez by selling Lucas Vazquez, according to reports. 
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)

Arsenal and Spurs could battle for Ceballos

Arsenal and Tottenham could battle it out for Spanish midfielder Dani Ceballos, with game time alluding him at Real Madrid this season.

Real Madrid leading Chelsea and the Gunners in the race for Arrizabalaga

Real Madrid are reportedly leading the race to sign Kepa Arrizabalaga, the Athletic Bilbao goalkeeper wanted by Arsenal and Chelsea.
Karim Benzema

Real to offer Benzema to Arsenal to fund Neymar pursuit

In one of the stranger transfer stories you might read this week, Real Madrid are reportedly desperate to sign Neymar and are going to use Arsenal to do it.

Could Arsenal really sign Gareth Bale?

Gareth Bale has been linked with a move to Arsenal, but what are the chances of Arsene Wenger signing him?

Real Madrid to hijack Alexis deal

Real Madrid are reportedly planning to hijack Manchester City's move for Alexis Sanchez.
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 02: Mesut Ozil of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Manchester United at Emirates Stadium on December 2, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Barcelona fear Ozil could be ‘new Turan’

Barcelona are reportedly prepared to abandon their pursuit of Mesut Ozil because they fear his 'busy nightlife' will get in the way of his football in La Liga.
Karim Benzema reacts during the UEFA Champions League group H football match Real Madrid CF vs Tottenham Hotspur FC at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on October 17, 2017. (GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP/Getty Images)

Arsenal reportedly offer ’embarrassing’ £40m for Benzema

Arsenal have upset Real Madrid by offering £40m for Karim Benzema, according to reports.
Karim Benzema reacts during the UEFA Champions League group H football match Real Madrid CF vs Tottenham Hotspur FC at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on October 17, 2017. (GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP/Getty Images)

Benzema could be available after Real Madrid fallout

Karim Benzema could now be available to join Arsenal after falling out with Real Madrid over his poor scoring form this season.

Real could sign Sanchez for £30m in January

Arsenal's Alexis Sanchez is reportedly being targeted by Real Madrid, as the European Champions struggle to keep up in La Liga this season.

Bentley: If Bale is available, Arsenal will pay his wages

Former Arsenal and Tottenham midfielder, David Bentley, believes that if Gareth Bale is available, the Gunners won't have any problem coughing up his wages.
Karim Benzema

Benzema: Giroud is good playing with his back to goal

Karim Benzema has payed Olivier Giroud a bit of a back-handed compliment following the 31-year-old's 29th goal for France.

Young Spanish star reportedly regrets decision to snub Arsenal after only 4 months

Dani Ceballos is allegedly looking to leave Real Madrid after only joining them four months ago and Arsenal are one of the teams being linked.

Alexis “desperate” to join Madrid

Real Madrid could sign Alexis Sanchez and use him as a squad player, according to reports.

Why Arsenal aren’t likely to sign Navas

Arsenal are reportedly keeping tabs on Real Madrid goalkeeper Keylor Navas, but the Gunners are already overstocked in this position which makes it unlikely they would add to their squad.
Karim Benzema

Arsenal, Benzema, and a rumour that refuses to die

Arsenal are reportedly in with a chance of landing long-term target, Karim Benzema, as Real Madrid plan a 'clear out'.

Arsenal remain the top English club in youth development

Arsenal have made the CIES Football Observatory's lists of the top training clubs in Europe.

Bellerin becomes serious target for Real Madrid

Hector Bellerin has reportedly become a serious target for Real Madrid after Dani Carvajal was sidelined with a heart condition.

Arsenal, Manchester United and Liverpool keeping eye on Brazilian u17, Real Madrid also interested

Arsenal are reportedly keeping an eye on Brazil u17 attacking midfielder, Alan Guimarães.

Arsenal fans give a timely reminder to Tottenham after Tuesday’s “historic” result

Spurs fans getting excited about a draw at the Bernabeu were reminded by Arsenal fans what happened when the Gunners made the trip to Madrid.

Arsenal have competition from Real Madrid for Kepa Arrizabalaga

Arsenal reportedly have competition for Athletic Bilbao goalkeeper, Kepa Arrizabalaga, in the form of Real Madrid.
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)

Milan still have hopes of signing Arsenal-target Dani Ceballos

AC Milan are reportedly still keen to sign Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos, a player previously linked with Arsenal.

Real Madrid have Alexis on a shortlist of three signings

Real Madrid are reported to have Arsenal and Chile forward Alexis Sanchez on a shortlist of three superstar signings, with the club president desperate for a goalscoring arrival to inject life into the side after a slow start.

Arsenal, Manchester United and Real Madrid competing for Fabian Ruiz

Arsenal are reportedly facing a three-way battle with Manchester United and Real Madrid if they want to sign Fabian Ruiz.
Karim Benzema

Arsenal hoping to capitalise on Benzema’s uncertain future

Arsenal are reportedly hoping to capitalise on Karim Benzema's uncertain future at Real Madrid.

Kolasinac: Zidane and Roberto Carlos had a real influence on me

Sead Kolasinac has revealed that Zinedine Zidane and Roberto Carlos are two players who had a real influence over the way he plays football.
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM: Arsenal's French forward Thierry Henry (R) celebrates as teammate Robert Pires (3rdL) is mobbed by Patrick Vieira (L), Ashley Cole (2ndL) Gilberto Silva (2ndR) and Dennis Bergkamp (3rdR) after scoring against Tottenham during their Premier League clash at White Hart Lane in north London, 25 April 2004. Arsenal leads 2-0 at half time. AFP PHOTO / ODD ANDERSEN

Arsenal top list but Manchester United dominate when it comes to goalscoring runs

After Real Madrid's goal scoring streak finally ended after 73 games, talkSPORT put together a list of the longest streaks for Premier League teams.

Özil’s contract contains ‘anti-Barcelona’ clause

Real Madrid can beat Barcelona to the signing of Mesut Özil, with the playmaker reportedly having a clause that will see the former receive financial compensation if the Catalans make an approach.
Christian Pulisic

Arsenal, Liverpool, Tottenham and Real Madrid interested in Pulisic

Arsenal, Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid are reportedly after young Borussia Dortmund midfielder Christian Pulisic.