FEBRUARY 8 • THEATHLETIC.COM
REAL MADRID 9-3-1 · 2ND IN LALIGA · CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
9-3-1 · 2ND IN LALIGA · CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
Real Madrid v Girona is huge game in title race - so why all the talk about referees? Girona's trip to Real Madrid on Saturday could well decide the Spanish title - but this week focus has fallen further afield
Antonio Rudiger - Back on training pitch Rudiger (thigh) was seen back on the grass running ahead of Saturday's match against Girona.
Impact Rudiger returned to the pitch with running drills after missing last match with a thigh injury. It shouldn't be long until the defender integrates back into team training, depending on his recovery. If he fails to pass fitness before Saturday, then Dani Caravajal and Nacho will see the start again at center back against Girona.
FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE
Madrid's Diaz agrees lucrative long-term deal with Adidas Real Madrid midfielder Brahim Diaz has joined Adidas, which from now on will be his main sports brand. The 24-year-old has signed a lucrativ...
FEBRUARY 7 • THEATHLETIC.COM
The second coming of Cristiano Ronaldo: Forget the tactical concerns - Kylian Mbappe was born to play for Real Madrid | Goal.com US Kylian Mbappe isn't a player that Real Madrid necessarily need to sign, but the France forward was undeniably born to play at Santiago Berna...
FEBRUARY 7 • GOAL.COM
Kylian Mbappe has chosen Real Madrid - but five things still need to happen before this transfer saga is officially over | Goal.com US The roadblocks that could still prevent Kylian Mbappe's highly-anticipated Real Madrid move from happening
FEBRUARY 6 • GOAL.COM
Kylian Mbappe on Real Madrid's agenda 'every single day' with Los Blancos stars anticipating his arrival in blockbuster transfer from PSG | Goal.com US The Real Madrid dressing room has reportedly prepared for the arrival of Kylian Mbappe with the forward set to make a long-awaited La Liga s...
FEBRUARY 5 • GOAL.COM
Depleted Real Madrid paying the price for not adding defenders in transfer window
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti didn’t feel the need to sign a defender in January despite a wave of injuries to his back lineFEBRUARY 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Ferland Mendy - Makes three tackles Mendy registered three tackles (one won), three clearances and one interception in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Atletico Madrid.
Impact Mendy continues to keep his starting spot in the lineup, despite several injury woes in the past. He's started 12 of the 14 league matches played, logging in 10 tackles (five won). 12 interceptions and 13 clearances.
FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Luka Modric - Gets start on bench Modric generated one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Atletico Madrid.
Impact Modric returned to the bench after having started his previous seven matches in a row. He still manages to produce when on the pitch despite a different role this season, averaging about 2.5 crosses per game while also totaling 22 (eight accurate) in the last six contests.
FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Rodrygo - Makes four shots Rodrygo had four shots (one on target) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Atletico Madrid.
Impact Rodrygo extends his scoreless drought to six after failing to score a single league goal since Dec 17. He's totaled 13 shots (four accurate) in that span. The forward currently has seven goals and four assists in 23 appearances in La Liga, 13 of them coming as starts.
FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Antonio Rudiger - Doesn't play in derby Rudiger (thigh) didn't play in the Madrid derby against Atletico Madrid on Sunday.
Impact Manager Carlo Ancelotti said Rudiger was going to be in the squad and that he'd be a late game-time call, but the defender didn't feature in the end. His next chance to play will come against Girona on Feb. 10, but if he doesn't recover in time, then the likes of Aurelien Tchouameni or Dani Carvajal would be forced to play out of positon at center-back due to the team's lack of defensive depth.
FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
'If someone wants Erling, it's easy' - Pep Guardiola insists Real Madrid's interest in Haaland transfer is an 'honour' as he addresses Man City striker's contract situation | Goal.com US Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has discussed Erling Haaland's situation amid reports connecting the Norwegian with Real Madrid.
FEBRUARY 5 • GOAL.COM
Real Madrid might be better waiting for Erling Haaland than committing to Kylian Mbappe this summer | Goal.com US The way is clear for Paris Saint-Germain superstar Kylian Mbappe to move to Real Madrid on a free transfer this summer, but would Los Blanco...
FEBRUARY 5 • GOAL.COM
Aurelien Tchouameni - Set to return Saturday Tchouameni is set to return after missing Sunday's match against Atletico Madrid due to a yellow-card suspension.
Impact Tchouameni couldn't feature in the Madrid derby against Atletico on Sunday, but his return will be massive for a Real Madrid side that's dealing with a huge lack of depth on the defensive end. Tchouameni could find himself in the starting lineup to face Girona on Saturday given Antonio Rudiger (thigh), David Alaba (knee) and Eder Militao (knee) could all be out.
FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Eduardo Camavinga - Viewed on training pitch Camavinga (knee) was back on the training pitch Monday after going down injured on Sunday against Atletico Madrid.
Impact Camavinga's injury already looks to be a lot better than many thought originally, as after being in a lot of pain Sunday, he is already running on the pitch during training. This is great news for the club, as they will hope to avoid another injury absence from a key player. The midfielder will now look ahead to Saturday's match against Girona, as he will try to recover by then. However, if he is not ready to face Girona, expect the Frenchman to return next Tuesday for the club's opening UCL round of 16 match against Leipzig.
FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Brahim Diaz - Scores goal Diaz scored one goal to go with three shots (two on target), two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid.
Impact Diaz was a late call to the starting XI after Vinicius Junior picked up an injury during warm ups. He was able to score in his place, which ended up being the lone goal for the team Sunday. Depending on Vinicius' recovery, the forward could make another start Saturday against Girona, having scored four goals with one assist sin 18 appearances, eight of them coming as starts.
FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Andriy Lunin - Four saves in win Lunin had four saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Atletico Madrid.
Impact Lunin got his third start in a row while allowing a late goal during Sunday's draw. He looks to be the number one keeper, with Carlo Ancelotti not impressed with Kepa Arrizabalaga of late. Lunin has not allowed more than two goals yet this season, making 27 saves while conceding only six with five clean sheets in 11 La Liga starts.
FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Vinicius Junior - Dealing with back problem Vinicius Junior was a late scratch for Sunday's contest against Atletico Madrid, reportedly having picked up a cervical issue in the days leading up to the match, according to Aran...
Impact Vinicius Junior looks to be heading for the injury report once again, already missing out on 11 matches this season and now possibly adding more time to that list after picking up a cervical issue. The winger's discomfort has been labeled as serious, but the club will hope only the initial reports give that answer, as they will not want to lose one of their best players for another extended absence. He still hasn't been ruled out for Saturday's match against Girona, but his availability will depend on his evolution in the coming days, as he hopes to train and get back on the pitch this week.
FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Eduardo Camavinga - Picks up another knee injury Camavinga appeared to have picked up another injury to his knee in Sunday's derby match against Atletico Madrid, as reported by the Madrid Xtra.
Impact Camavinga may be heading towards another spell on the sidelines, as after just returning from an eight-match absence due to a knee injury, he appears to have aggravated the same injury after waking off the field in pain. This could be a brutal blow for the club, as their injury problems continue to add up, now losing another key player. However, they will happily have him as the only midfielder on the injury report. He will now start his rehabilitation and will look for a speedy return, hoping to have a much shorter stay on the sidelines this time, possibly returning against Girona on Saturday.
FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
PURE CLASS 🪄 #skills #bellingham #realmadrid
FEBRUARY 4 • YOUTUBE
BRAHIM 🤷🏻♂️ ⚽ #realmadrid #goal #brahimdiaz
FEBRUARY 4 • YOUTUBE
Real Madrid concedes stoppage-time equalizer against Atletico, misses chance to take 4-point lead
Atletico Madrid has scored a stoppage-time equalizer in a 1-1 draw with Real Madrid to keep its city rival from taking a four-point lead at the top of the Spanish leagueFEBRUARY 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Atletico Madrid vs. Real Madrid LIVE STREAM (2/4/24): Watch LA Liga online | Time, USA TV, channel Atletico Madrid faces Real Madrid in a La Liga game at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, Spain, on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024.
FEBRUARY 4 • NJ.COM
Vinicius Junior - Late scratch Vinicius Junior was scratched from the lineup ahead of Sunday's clash with Atletico Madrid.
Impact Vinicius Junior was taken out of the lineup for an undisclosed reason ahead of the Madrid clash. He had been on fine form of late with two goals and one assist in the last four matches. Brahim Diaz will take his spot at forward alongside Rodrygo.
FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Revealed: How Real Madrid plan to convince Kylian Mbappe to accept wage cut ahead of potential summer switch from PSG | Goal.com US Real Madrid are confident that Kylian Mbappe will agree to a major pay cut and join the club from Paris Saint-Germain.
FEBRUARY 4 • GOAL.COM
