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Liverpool accelerate talks for 20-year-old generational talent to outpace Arsenal

Liverpool accelerate talks for 20-year-old generational talent to outpace Arsenal

AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit has been linked with a move away from the club in recent months. Real Madrid, Liverpool and Arsenal are interested in securing his signature.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / February 18

Defender reflects on difficult Real Madrid exit – 'Not easy to say goodbye'

Last summer, Real Madrid made the decision to sell young central defender Jacobo Ramon to Serie A side Como. The La Fabrica talent was not considered to be at the required level to remain at the Bernabeu, which is why he left for Italy.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / February 18

Real Madrid book UWCL quarterfinal with Barça

Real Madrid set up a Clásico against three-time champion Barcelona in the women's Champions League quarterfinals by beating Paris FC 2-0 on Wednesday.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / February 18

Gianluca Prestianni gives his version of Vinicius Junior racism allegation

Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni has given his version of events, after he was accused of racism by Vinicius Junior. Vinicius informed the referee that he had been called a monkey by Prestianni, after which the anti-racism protocol was activated and the game paused for ten minutes.

Real Madrid News / Soccer on ClutchPoints / February 18
Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé claims Benfica player called Vinícius Jr. a ‘monkey’ 5 times

Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé claims Benfica player called Vinícius Jr. a ‘monkey’ 5 times

The UEFA Champions League match day eight turned sour and was filled with controversy when SL Benfica player Gianluca Prestianni was accused of racially abusing Real Madrid forward Vinícius Jr.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / February 18

Jose Mourinho accuses referee of favouring Real Madrid – ‘I was sent off for…’

Benfica manager Jose Mourinho believes his former club benefitted from biased officiating during their 1-0 win over his side on Tuesday night, albeit admitting that Los Blancos deserved their win.

Real Madrid News / HITC / February 18
UEFA releases official statement about Vinicius Jr. controversy vs. Benfica

UEFA releases official statement about Vinicius Jr. controversy vs. Benfica

UEFA has issued an official statement after the controversy involving Vinicius Jr. during Real Madrid’s Champions League clash against Benfica. The incident, which unfolded during Madrid’s recent European fixture in Lisbon, quickly escalated into one of the most talked-about moments of the round.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / February 18

Real Madrid mnaager Alvaro Arbeloa – ‘When Mourinho finds out what he said, he will be the first…’

Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has put his full backing behind Vinicius Junior, after he was allegedly racially abused by Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni.

Real Madrid News / Total Apex Sports / February 18
Chaos In Lisbon: The Prestianni vs. Vinicius Jr. Storm Overshadowing the Champions League

Chaos In Lisbon: The Prestianni vs. Vinicius Jr. Storm Overshadowing the Champions League

It was supposed to be a night defined by a brilliant strike, a 1-0 away win for Real Madrid, and a massive step toward the next round of the Champions League.

Kylian Mbappe News / HITC / February 18
Kylian Mbappe has a message for Vinicius Jr. after Gianluca Prestianni’s controversial moment

Kylian Mbappe has a message for Vinicius Jr. after Gianluca Prestianni’s controversial moment

Kylian Mbappe has fired a message at teammate Vinicius Jr. following the controversy surrounding a heated moment with Gianluca Prestianni during Real Madrid’s recent Champions League win over Benfica.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / February 18
Brazilian Side Flamengo Releases Strong Statement Backing Former Player Vinicius Jr.

Brazilian Side Flamengo Releases Strong Statement Backing Former Player Vinicius Jr.

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr. scored the only goal in the first leg of the Champions League playoff against Benfica. It was a fantastic strike, deserving to win any game, and he celebrated in true Vini Jr.

Real Madrid News / Athlon Sports / February 18
Jose Mourinho, Kylian Mbappe, Gianluca Prestianni Reacts to Vinicius Jr. Controversy vs. Benfica

Jose Mourinho, Kylian Mbappe, Gianluca Prestianni Reacts to Vinicius Jr. Controversy vs. Benfica

Benfica manager Jose Mourinho, Gianluca Prestianni, and Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe issued strong reactions following Vinicius Jr.’s controversy during Real Madrid’s match against Benfica.

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Real Madrid News / ESPN / February 18

Benfica: Vini Jr. teammates 'couldn't have heard'

Benfica have denied that Real Madrid players could have heard the alleged racist abuse towards Vinícius Júnior.

Real Madrid News / The42 / February 18

Vinicius Junior posts message after alleged racist abuse during Benfica game

The 25-year-old left the field in Lisbon after reporting a member of the Benfica team.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / February 17

Fooled once but not twice, Real Madrid learned the right lessons for Benfica rematch

Three weeks after Benfica's shock win over Madrid, Álvaro Arbeloa's team returned to Lisbon and proved lightning couldn't strike twice.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / February 17
Transcript: Alvaro Arbeloa Backs Vinicius Jr. After Real Madrid's Loss to Benfica

Transcript: Alvaro Arbeloa Backs Vinicius Jr. After Real Madrid's Loss to Benfica

It was a 1-0 win for Real Madrid against Benfica in the first leg of the Champions League playoff, but it was a game that was unfortunately marred by a reported incident of racism directed at Los Blancos player Vinicius Jr.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / February 17
Benfica 0-1 Real Madrid: Report & Full Match Highlights as the Defense Shines

Benfica 0-1 Real Madrid: Report & Full Match Highlights as the Defense Shines

Real Madrid will take a slender one-goal lead back to the Bernabeu, thanks to an excellent strike from Vinicius Jr. early in the second half. It was the away team's defense that stole the show, neutralizing the Eagles' attack for most of the game.

Aurelien Tchouameni News / The 4th Official / February 17

Vinicius Jr., Tchouameni And Huijsen Get 8 | Real Madrid Players Rated In Narrow Win Vs Benfica

Real Madrid faced off against Benfica earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a win on the road in their UEFA Champions League playoff first-leg clash.

Vinicius Junior News / Athlon Sports / February 17
Why Is Benfica vs. Real Madrid Paused? Everything That Happened

Why Is Benfica vs. Real Madrid Paused? Everything That Happened

Real Madrid are taking on Benfica in the first leg of the knockout phase playoffs of the Champions League. At halftime, the match finished 0-0, and early in the second half, Real Madrid took the lead.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / February 17
Real Madrid vs Benfica: Confirmed Starting Lineup Announced for UCL Playoff Clash

Real Madrid vs Benfica: Confirmed Starting Lineup Announced for UCL Playoff Clash

Real Madrid are back in Lisbon for the first leg of the Champions League playoff. They face Benfica, a team that beat them 4-2 just three weeks ago on the same pitch.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / February 16

Arsenal Are Keeping Tabs On This Real Madrid Prospect: One For The Future?

In a recent report, AS revealed that Arsenal are keeping tabs on Real Madrid prospect Victor Valdepenas. It has been mentioned that the Gunners would have to compete with AC Milan and other clubs from the Bundesliga in pursuit of the Spanish centre-back.

Real Madrid News / Sunderland on SI / February 16
Sunderland’s €25M Offer for a Real Madrid Youth Player Was Rejected

Sunderland’s €25M Offer for a Real Madrid Youth Player Was Rejected

Before their match against Oxford United, Sunderland continues closely monitoring the transfer window, hoping to have on their radar players with great potential for the future of the Regis Le Bris project.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / February 16

Milan Shortlist Barcelona and Real Madrid Defenders

Milan are searching for a defender and have laid eyes on two Spanish youngsters, Gerard Martin and Victor Valdepenas, who are both left-footed. The former figures to be a significantly more expensive target.

Real Madrid News / The 4th Official / February 15

Chelsea Are Set To Rival Real Madrid For This Eredivisie Midfielder: Should Rosenior Snap Him Up?

In a recent report, Fichajes mentioned that Chelsea are set to rival Real Madrid for AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit. It has been claimed that the Blues are showing interest in bringing the Dutch talent to Stamford Bridge this summer.

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