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Jose Mourinho ruthlessly dismantles three bizarre Real Madrid media myths

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho completely dismantled three different myths that have emerged in the last few days about his players at the club that have had a damaging impact on their image in front of the fans.

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Mourinho faces a difficult choice between gambling and the alternative solution

Real Madrid face a perilous encounter this Saturday evening against their guests Villarreal, in the eighth round of the Spanish league. According to the newspaper "Sport", Real Madrid coach José Mourinho is hunting for a partner to play alongside Antonio Rüdiger in the heart of the defence against the Yellow Submarine.

Joan Laporta News / Goal.com / October 10

Laporta: Real Madrid have lost their prestige, status and credibility, and this is when Raphinha will return

Barcelona president returns to needling his historic rival Barcelona president Joan Laporta has launched a scathing attack on Real Madrid over their stance on the Negreira case and their institutional relationships across football and basketball.

Kylian Mbappe News / Goal.com / October 10

Fabio Cannavaro snubs Kylian Mbappe as he names the 'only' choice for the 2026 Ballon d'Or

Italy icon Cannavaro has thrown his weight behind Kvaratskhelia to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or. The legendary defender has made it clear that the PSG winger deserves world football's ultimate individual honour.

Soccer News / Goal.com / October 10

'Congratulations for proving the medical community wrong!' - Atletico Madrid brutally MOCK Real Madrid over Federico Valverde’s 'miraculous' recovery from ankle injury

Federico Valverde suffered a left ankle injury during the Madrid derby on September 20 following a heavy challenge from South Korean star Lee Kang-in. Real Madrid eventually diagnosed the Uruguayan with a grade-three sprain, an issue that typically rules players out of action for up to 12 weeks.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / October 10

Real Madrid star takes centre stage: Milan planning two heavyweight deals

Cardinale injects the funds Milan are gearing up for a big winter window. A fresh cash injection has strengthened their hand as they look to rebuild the squad and reclaim their place among Europe's elite.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / October 10

'Lack of support fuels the crisis': Mbappé angry with Real Madrid

Barcelona back Yamal: Kylian feels alone! Kylian Mbappé dreams of winning the Ballon d'Or for the first time. Yet cracks are starting to show between the

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / October 10

Mourinho delivers another blow to Diaz and Diomande, and settles Valverde's situation

Revealed: Real Madrid's expected line-up against Villarreal Real Madrid prepare for a crucial clash against Villarreal this Saturday evening in La Liga.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / October 10

A return no one expected: Real Madrid star leaves the prison of injury

The competition for the left-back position will intensify Real Madrid head coach José Mourinho has announced that French full-back Ferland Mendy will train on the pitch with his team-mates for the first time.

Real Madrid News / The Real Champs / October 9

Jose Mourinho gives a blunt reality check on Yan Diomande's minutes (and he's got a point)

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho declined to answer whether Yan Diomande will play against Villarreal on Saturday night. Real Madrid are returning to action after a three-week period of international matches, where most of their players went to their respective national teams and played a total of four games, as opposed to the usual two.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 9

Real Madrid ready to meet demands to sign highly rated Man United player

Real Madrid are reportedly in a strong position to sign Manchester United youngster JJ Gabriel, with several European heavyweights keeping tabs on him.

Jose Mourinho News / The Real Champs / October 9

The non-negotiable standard Jose Mourinho demands from his Real Madrid squad

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho really revealed his one strict guideline about his players at the club in a recent press conference. Mourinho went on a long rant about Kylian Mbappé: whether he has been fully committed to Real Madrid and whether fans have been too harsh, or not harsh enough, on the player.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / October 9

Pedrerol sends a harsh message to Real Madrid fans: Laporta will be very happy

With what? Real Madrid head into Saturday evening's clash with Villarreal amid rising tension, with a section of the club's fans calling for a protest at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Erling Haaland News / The Real Champs / October 9

Fabrizio Romano leaves the Erling Haaland door wide open for Real Madrid

The ever-reliable journalist Fabrizio Romano said that he would not be surprised if he ever sees Erling Haaland play for a top Spanish club. The situation with Manchester City's legal charges in the last few weeks has obviously raised the question about the future of some of their superstar players.

Soccer News / Goal.com / October 9

Atlético mock Valverde's 'miracle' and embarrass Real Madrid

17 days that turned the story around "We would like to once again congratulate Real Madrid on continuing to make history by proving that 100% of the global medical community was wrong." With that sarcastic tweet, Atletico Madrid reignited the Fede Valverde controversy.

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Soccer News / Goal.com / October 9

Surprise before the Clasico: Barcelona and Real Madrid on free-to-air TV

128 million families benefit Football fans in the United States can watch Barcelona against Real Madrid for free on ABC on Sunday 25 October, a move that stretches La Liga's reach beyond its borders.

Scott Mctominay News / Goal.com / October 9

Mourinho's son on Madrid's radar: a single phone call could tip the scales

Who is he? Scott McTominay has emerged on Real Madrid's radar. The Napoli midfielder's contract talks with the Italian club have stalled, opening the door

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / October 9

'The countdown has begun': Riquelme sparks anticipation with a mysterious statement for Real fans

24 hours remain Enrique Riquelme, the Spanish businessman who lost last June's Real Madrid presidential election, has set the club's supporters buzzing after announcing he will reveal an important statement on his official Instagram account.

Real Madrid News / The Cult of Calcio / October 9

Milan Eye Touted Premier League Pair to Succeed Modric

Milan convinced Luka Modric to stay for another year in the summer, but preparations are underway to find a proper heir, as the same thing is unlikely to happen again at the end of the season, and the officials have earmarked two Premier League stars, Bournemouth’s Alex Scott and Brighton’s Yasin Ayari to succeed him.

Real Madrid News / The Real Champs / October 9

What Mikel Arteta gets at Arsenal that Jose Mourinho never will at Real Madrid

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho distinguished the demands at Real Madrid from those at a club like Arsenal in his press conference before the game against Villarreal on Saturday.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / October 9

Accusation of betrayal against some Real Madrid fans over jeers

Pedrol casts doubt on the allegiance of those who will whistle in disapproval: it seems to me they are Barcelona fans Real Madrid are still living through a crisis, and the international break did nothing to ease the mood at the Royal club.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / October 9

'It’s ridiculous' - Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho launches fierce defence of Kylian Mbappe amid nightclub and holiday criticism

The France forward sustained an injury during his first match on international duty on 25 September. Criticism followed after he was photographed entering a Paris nightclub and spent time in Switzerland during his recovery, posting social media footage of himself riding a bicycle - an activity Mourinho had previously warned players against.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / October 9

Jose Mourinho defends Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior amid dip in form and criticism

The spotlight on Vinicius has intensified in recent weeks at the Santiago Bernabeu. After a period where he cemented himself as a global superstar, a significant dip in form has led to questions about his status in the starting eleven.