Kylian Mbappé doesn't expect to play in Olympics after Real Madrid transfer
Kylian Mbappé thinks he won’t be able to play for France at the Olympics in Paris following his transfer to Real Madrid.JUNE 16
REAL MADRID 8-3-1 · 2ND IN LALIGA · CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
8-3-1 · 2ND IN LALIGA · CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
Next Match vs Leganes (A) · Sun 5:30PM
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Luka Modric - Limited impact in loss to Spain Modric registered one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-0 defeat versus Spain.
Impact Modric was unable to make an impact in central midfield, and he struggled to operate as the playmaker Croatia needed to make an impact against a talented Spanish midfield. Modric will aim to make a bigger impact when Croatia takes on Albania on Wednesday.
JUNE 16 • ROTOWIRE
Dani Carvajal - Scores in Euros opener Carvajal scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-0 win against Croatia.
Impact Just like it happened in the UEFA Champions League final, Carvajal managed to take advantage of a perfect cross to slot the ball home from close range. Carvajal is not expected to be much of a threat in the attacking outside of set-piece situations, but given Spain's strength, he'll be a strong option for a clean sheet every time Spain plays.
JUNE 16 • ROTOWIRE
'No-one laughing now!' - Former Jude Bellingham team-mate reacts to 'dramatic' retirement of No.22 at Birmingham & England star's snubbing of Sir Alex Ferguson & Eric Cantona at Man Utd | Goal.com US Lee Camp says “no-one is laughing now” after seeing Birmingham retire Jude Bellingham’s No.22 shirt, but admits that call was “a bit dramati...
JUNE 16 • GOAL.COM
Brazil goes to Copa América with teen Endrick up front, many unknowns
Brazil's Copa América starting lineup is widely expected to include 17-year-old striker Endrick, but not much else is known.JUNE 14
Real Madrid to secure another Galactico for nothing?! Bayern Munich accept Alphonso Davies could leave on a free transfer next summer amid links with Los Blancos | Goal.com US Real Madrid could reportedly sign Alphonso Davies as a free agent next summer as extension talks stall with Bayern Munich.
JUNE 14 • GOAL.COM
Follow Cristiano Ronaldo instead of Lionel Messi? Real Madrid captain Nacho in 'advanced talks' over Saudi Pro League move as he leans away from MLS & Inter Miami | Goal.com US Real Madrid captain Nacho is reporting leaning away from a move to MLS and towards one that will see him follow Cristiano Ronaldo to Saudi A...
JUNE 14 • GOAL.COM
Kylian Mbappe - Dealing with minor back injury Mbappe was held out of training Friday as he is dealing with a minor back issue ahead of Monday's opening group stage clash with Austria, per Loic Tanzi of Lequipe.
Impact Mbappe was already dealing with a minor knee and muscle injury heading into the tournament, limited him to the friendlies prior to the start of the Euros. Now, he was held out of training with a new back injury. With the first match for France not until Monday, it will give the forward an extra day to recovery before the clash with Austria. Worst case scenario, either Marcus Thuram or Randal Kolo Muani could get a late call to start in the attack if Mbappe is not fit.
JUNE 14 • ROTOWIRE
Leny Yoro in demand as Man Utd and Liverpool join Real Madrid and PSG in pursuit of highly-rated Lille teenager | Goal.com US Manchester United and Liverpool have reportedly joined the race to sign Lille starlet Leny Yoro - although Real Madrid is his most likely de...
JUNE 13 • GOAL.COM
Real Madrid captain Nacho to snub MLS move in favour of reunion with Karim Benzema at Al-Ittihad | Goal.com US Real Madrid captain Nacho has reportedly snubbed an opportunity to move to MLS in favour of a reunion with Karim Benzema at Al-Ittihad.
JUNE 13 • GOAL.COM
Revealed: When Kylian Mbappe will be unveiled to Real Madrid fans & why France star could miss AC Milan, Barcelona & Chelsea fixtures on pre-season tour of the United States | Goal.com US Real Madrid intend to unveil Kylian Mbappe to their loyal legion of fans on July 16, but he is likely to miss the club’s tour of the United...
JUNE 13 • GOAL.COM
Pulisic offsets Rodrygo goal as US gains 1-1 tie against Brazil in last Copa America warmup Christian Pulisic scored in 26th minute to offset Rodrygo’s 17th-minute goal, and the United States played a spirited 1-1 draw against Brazi...
JUNE 13 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
France star Kylian Mbappé on Euro 2024: 'I really want to win this'
Kylian Mbappé expressed how badly he wants to win Euro 2024 for France in his first tournament as captain.JUNE 12
Trouble for Tottenham? Real Madrid eyeing move for star Spurs centre-back Cristian Romero | Goal.com US Real Madrid are reportedly turning their attention towards Tottenham centre-back Cristian Romero.
JUNE 12 • GOAL.COM
Arsenal make offer to Real Madrid star who could leave due to 'cold' relationship with Carlo Ancelotti | Goal.com US Arsenal have reportedly made an offer to Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin, who could leave due to his "cold" relationship with Carlo Ance...
JUNE 12 • GOAL.COM
Toni Kroos - Finishes club career on high note Kroos completes his final club season with 24 starts in 33 appearances with Real Madrid/
Impact Real Madrid bids farewell to the iconic midfielder, who has played for the team for the last 10 seasons and made 465 appearances. It is hard to imagine the team without him since signing with the club after winning the 2014 World Cup with Germany, and now he is off to retire after winning yet another UCL final. He retires with six UEFA Champions League titles, four La Liga titles, a Copa de Rey Cup, four Supercopa de Espana, three UEFA Super Cups, and five Club World Cups, not to mention a UEFA Champions League title with Bayern Munich. It is unclear on who Real Madrid will get to replace him as it will tough to find someone who can fill his shoes. Kroos will spend his final month of his playing time for Germany in the Euros, as he looks to win his second international title before calling it a career.
JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE
Eduardo Camavinga - Caps off third season in Spain Camavinga recorded 21 starts in 31 appearances during the 2023/24 La Liga season with Real Madrid.
Impact Camavinga has been a dynamic force for Real Madrid for two consecutive seasons, and at the age of 22, he has already claimed two Champions League trophies. This campaign, he averaged 2.5 tackles per game and recorded two assists, including one in the Champions League. The Frenchman has improved his tackling by 26% since the 2022/23 season, making him a key defensive asset for his team. He is now the frontrunner for the DMC position on the French national team as he looks to win his first trophy with his home country.
JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE
Federico Valverde - Role change this season Valverde recorded 33 starts in 37 appearances during the 2023/24 La Liga season with Real Madrid.
Impact Valverde has demonstrated great promise over the last season and is expected to continue to play a significant role for Real Madrid. In comparison to last season, he played more frequently in the defensive midfield than on the wings, and he was able to make the transition very well. He managed to record two goals and seven assists, surpassing his career high for assists while also creating 49 chances and 47 tackles (34 won). The midfielder also scored once in 13 UCL appearances, 12 of them coming as starts. He is expected to play a significant role for Uruguay during this summer's Copa America as he also enters his second year of his six-year contract extension with Los Blancos.
JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE
Jude Bellingham - Caps off brilliant season Bellingham recorded 27 starts in 28 La Liga appearances during his first season with Real Madrid.
Impact For Real Madrid, Bellingham had been a remarkable player this past season. Not only did he help the team win La Liga and the Champions League, but he also leads the Ballon d'Or race after a record-breaking season. He surpassed his previous career high by a significant margin, scoring 19 goals with six assists in 28 league matches. He also had four goals and five assists in 11 Champions League games, including an assist in the final against his former team, Borussia Dortmund. Bellingham is now preparing for the Euros with England as he is also set to return to Madrid for his second season ahead of the 2024/25 campaign.
JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE
Will Erling Haaland be a Galactico? Why Real Madrid have cooled interest in Man City striker – with Premier League champions given transfer boost | Goal.com US Erling Haaland has been mooted as a Real Madrid ‘Galactico’ of the future, but the Blancos have reportedly cooled interest in the Manchester...
JUNE 11 • GOAL.COM
Aurelien Tchouameni - Scheduled to train Friday Tchouameni (foot) is expected to train ahead of Monday's opening group stage match against Austria. According to manager Didier Deschamps, "Everything is going well. He should retu...
Impact Tchouameni continues to return with cation following a foot fracture that ended his season early with Real Madrid. He is expected to train ahead of Monday, though is not expected to start right away until he is back to full form, with teammate Eduardo Camavinga expected to start in the defensive midfield, alongside N'Golo Kante for the clash with Austria.
JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE
Fans sentenced to prison in Spain for racist heckling of Vinícius Júnior In what La Liga said was the first ruling of its kind, a court acted upon a May 2023 incident involving the Black star for Real Madrid durin...
JUNE 11 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti warns of snub to FIFA Club World Cup before his bosses backtrack
Real Madrid is the main attraction at the biggest ever Club World Cup next year when it is played in the United StatesJUNE 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Valencia fans who insulted Vinícius are first to be convicted for racism abuse in Spanish soccer
Three Valencia fans have been handed eight-month prison sentences after pleading guilty to racially insulting Real Madrid forward Vinícius JúniorJUNE 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Revealed: Why Kylian Mbappe failed Real Madrid trial after being handed opportunity by Zinedine Zidane in 2012 | Goal.com US Former Real Madrid youth coach Ruben de la Red has revealed why Kylian Mbappe failed to impress during his trial at the club as a youngster.
JUNE 10 • GOAL.COM
