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The most realistic Real Madrid XI with Eder Militao in the lineup

Real Madrid have been handed a major injury boost during the international break. Defender Eder Militao has rejoined team training and is nearing his return after being sidelined since the spring following surgery on a torn hamstring.

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'We have to be lucky to still be here!' - Jose Mourinho mocks Man City trial while opening up on Real Madrid & referee scandals

Manchester City find themselves engulfed in an unprecedented crisis after an independent commission found the club guilty on 114 of 115 financial charges.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / October 8

Kylian Mbappe is allegedly causing internal problems at Real Madrid: 'It harms everyone!'

Because of his behaviour off the pitch, Kylian Mbappe is apparently causing increasing dissatisfaction among those in charge at Real Madrid. That is according to the French sports newspaper L'Equipe.

Aurelien Tchouameni News / Goal.com / October 8

‘It must be a Frenchman!’ - Real Madrid star Aurelien Tchouameni names three shock picks for 2026 Ballon d’Or

Tchouameni has revealed his leading candidates for the upcoming 2026 Ballon d'Or, backing a trio of his international team-mates for the prestigious accolade.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / October 8

Chaos at Real Madrid! Two stars trade BLOWS while Kylian Mbappe risks Jose Mourinho’s wrath over cycling video

Mourinho’s highly anticipated return to the Spanish capital has so far failed to unite a fractured Real Madrid squad. The 2026-27 campaign has been plagued by continuous behind-the-scenes turmoil, echoing a troubling trend that saw Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni clash physically back in May.

Real Madrid News / ESPN / October 8

Transfer rumors, news: Man United, Chelsea in race for Spurs academy star

Mbappé has reportedly angered manager Jose Mourinho, but Madrid would not consider offers less than €200 million. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Real Madrid News / The Real Champs / October 8

Ranking every Ballon d'Or winning season at Real Madrid in the 21st century

With a club the size of Real Madrid, they have had their fair share of Ballon d'Or winners, but especially in the 21st century. The iconic trophy has come home to the Bernabeu eight times this century, with five different players on the receiving end.

Jude Bellingham News / Goal.com / October 8

Most consistent: what if Mourinho made everything revolve around Bellingham?

The Portuguese coach shows the full potential of Jude Kylian Mbappé is once again suffering from knee problems, and Vinícius Júnior is still searching for his best physical and sporting level.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / October 8

Clash between players and tense atmosphere: new crisis in the Real Madrid dressing room revealed

Mourinho failed the test off the touchline Spanish radio station "Cadena SER" has lifted the lid on a tense atmosphere inside the Real Madrid dressing room, confirming that the coolness and disputes which surfaced last season still linger, despite Portuguese coach José Mourinho taking charge this summer.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / October 8

Newcastle? Tottenham? Endrick gets Premier League transfer advice from fellow Brazilian & former Man Utd star as he is ‘too good not to play’ at Real Madrid

That mid-season switch proved to be productive, with eight goals being recorded through 21 appearances in all competitions. The target has only been found on seven occasions for Real across 41 outings - with many of those coming from off the bench.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / October 8

After anger and criticism: good news for Real Madrid about the Clasico referee

El Clasico matches are constantly the scene of refereeing controversy Controversy erupted early over the referee for the eagerly awaited Clasico between Barcelona and their guests Real Madrid.

Real Madrid News / The Real Champs / October 7

Jose Mourinho might take a page out of Zinedine Zidane's book to help Eduardo Camavinga

Real Madrid are happy with how Zinedine Zidane profiled Eduardo Camavinga during the international break, and Jose Mourinho could actually replicate it at Real Madrid, according to a report from La SER.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / October 7

A never-ending curse at the Bernabeu: Mourinho pays the price for Real Madrid's eternal dilemma

Villarreal test approaches They say nothing lasts forever. Real Madrid seem determined to break that rule by clinging to one problem that simply refuses to go away.

Real Madrid News / Goal.com / October 7

Tchouaméni nominates three players for the Ballon d'Or

The Real Madrid player expressed his support for his compatriots. Aurélien Tchouaméni, the Real Madrid and France midfielder, has nominated three of his compatriots to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or, insisting that the award should return to France.

Yan Diomande News / Goal.com / October 7

Diomande threatens Vinicius' throne: international break disrupts Mourinho's calculations

Did the international break halt Diomande's momentum? The international break was no mere rest for Ivorian Yan Diomande. It arrived as an unexpected obstacle, interrupting an upward trajectory that was shaping the features of a new star at Real Madrid.

Soccer News / Goal.com / October 7

Real Madrid, Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea are targeting €70 million player

The season is still only in its early stages, but that has not stopped clubs putting firm plans in place for next summer's transfer window. According to Florian Plettenberg, Bayer Leverkusen's Jarell Quansah could be heading for a major move.

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'Enough, you have crossed the line': is Mbappé close to leaving Real Madrid?

Repeated mistakes and anger in Spain and France Kylian Mbappé has dominated the headlines in recent days. His injury in the France-Turkey match, his exit from the France camp and his return to Madrid for treatment have kept him at the centre of attention.