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Real Madrid’s Center Back Crisis: Who Steps Up in Place of Dean Huijsen and Antonio Rudiger?

Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory over Real Sociedad on September 13, making it 12 points from a possible 12. However, there was one blemish on the day with Dean Huijsen being sent off for what the referee perceived as a last-man foul.

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Antonio Rudiger Heavily Criticized By German Legend After His Nation's Shock Loss to Slovakia

The international window got underway yesterday in Europe, with some Real Madrid players representing their countries in crucial World Cup qualifying games.

Soccer News / Football Italia / September 4

Ambitious Odogu has Maldini and Rudiger inspiration at AC Milan

David Odogu is certainly not lacking in confidence, taking inspiration from Paolo Maldini and Antonio Rudiger. ‘I know what I can do, otherwise I wouldn’t have joined a club like Milan.’ The defender was a deadline day signing for the Rossoneri from Wolfsburg, completing the transfer for circa €7m plus €3-4m in various add-ons.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / August 27

Real Madrid's Antonio Rudiger Finally Reacts to His Copa Del Rey Final Antics vs Barcelona

The 2024-25 Copa del Rey final between Real Madrid and Barcelona will go down as one of the classic games between the two rivals. Los Blancos lost 3-2 in extra time, but most of the talking points happened near the final whistle.

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Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / August 23

Real Oviedo vs Real Madrid Preview: Start Time, Team News & Odds

Real Madrid take on Real Oviedo on August 24 at the Carlos Tartiere Stadium, the second La Liga game of the season. It's the first time the two teams have met for over 20 years after Los Azules gained promotion last season via the playoffs.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / August 22

FIFA end investigation into racist abuse of Antonio Rudiger

FIFA have confirmed their decision over alleged racist abuse suffered by Real Madrid star Antonio Rudiger at the Club World Cup. The former Germany international indicated to the match officials during Los Blancos 3-1 win over Mexican side Pachuca that he had suffered abuse.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / July 29

Real Madrid Transfer News: Araujo, Dowman, Rodrygo, Rudiger & More - July 29, 2025

Real Madrid are always one of the first clubs to be linked with the next great talent, and they are monitoring an English Premier League star who is just 15 years old.

Real Betis News / Real Madrid CF on SI / July 19

Real Madrid Transfer News: Rodrygo, Ceballos, Rudiger, Carvajal & More - July 19, 2025

Real Madrid are reportedly looking to make another big splash signing, but to do that, they would need to sell several players this summer. Could a few experienced players be sold to fund a deal?

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / July 11

Real Madrid Transfer News: Rudiger, Rodrygo, Carreras, Konate & More - July 11, 2025

Former Cristiano Ronaldo may get his wish for a Real Madrid player to join him at Al-Nassr, but not the one he requested. The Rodrygo saga rumbles on, with it unclear where his future lies.

Napoli News / Real Madrid CF on SI / July 9

PSG 4-0 Real Madrid: Player Ratings as Los Blancos Exit the Club World Cup

A catalogue of basic mistakes haunted Real Madrid as they crashed out of the Club World Cup on Wednesday. Los Blancos were well beaten by Paris Saint-Germain, who ran out 4-0 winners.

Celta Vigo News / Football Espana / June 29

FIFA investigation finds 'no evidence' into Antonio Rudiger racism claims

Last weekend, Real Madrid and Pachuca were embroiled in controversy after Antonio Rudiger claimed that he had been racially abused by Gustavo Cabral, who is captain of the Mexican side.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / June 25

FC Salzburg vs Real Madrid: Official Squad Announced For Club World Cup Game

Real Madrid will face FC Salzburg in the final group stage game knowing a point will secure passage to the Round of 16. A win will guarantee they top the group and could face either Manchester City or Juventus.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / June 25

FIFA start investigation into Pachuca player amid Antonio Rudiger racism allegations

Real Madrid saw their Club World Cup victory over Pachuca overshadowed by allegations of racism made by Antonio Rudiger, and FIFA have now taken the next step in their efforts to discover the truth of the situation.

Real Madrid News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Football’s Dark Side: Rudiger Faces Racism from Fellow Player

Real Madrid’s Antonio Rudiger faced alleged racial abuse from Pachuca’s Gustavo Cabral during a 3-1 Club World Cup win, a shocking betrayal from a fellow professional.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / June 23

FIFA open investigation into alleged racial insult at Antonio Rudiger – Xabi Alonso weighs in

FIFA have opened an investigation into an alleged racism incident, after Antonio Rudiger claimed that he was racially abused by Pachuca defender Gustavo Cabral.

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Soccer News / Real Madrid CF on SI / May 29

Antonio Rudiger Has Glowing Review for Real Madrid Transfer Target

Real Madrid may be focusing on several defensive additions this summer, with Dean Huijsen already confirmed and Trent Alexander-Arnold and Álvaro Carreras also looking likely to join up in the next few weeks.

Celta Vigo News / Football Espana / April 29

Confirmed: Real Madrid star receives lengthy suspension following Copa del Rey dismissal

It has now been officially confirmed that Real Madrid will be without one of their most important players for the rest of the season, with the Spanish Football Federation having ruled on the fiery scenes that occurred during the final stages of last weekend’s Copa del Rey final at La Cartuja.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / April 29

Real Madrid confirm knee surgery for defender – Club World Cup in doubt

Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger stood a good chance of missing the rest of the season anyway through suspension, but Los Blancos would have been without him anyway due to injury.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / April 27

Real Madrid fear key player will not play again this season

Losing the Copa del Rey final to Barcelona means that Real Madrid only have La Liga left to fight for this season, but their chances of making up the four-point deficit to their bitter rivals could be made more difficult as a result of what happened during the fiery final at La Cartuja.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / April 27

Referee report confirms suspension fears for Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger

It was a frustrating Copa del Rey final defeat for Real Madrid on Saturday, as they went down 3-2 to Barcelona at La Cartuja. And that feeling turned to anger in the final stages of the showpiece event, during which three players were shown red cards by referee Ricardo De Burgos Bengoetxea.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / April 27

Antonio Rudiger apologises for Copa del Rey meltdown as mega suspension emerges

The fallout from Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey final defeat to Barcelona has continued with Antonio Rudiger the central figure. On a night of huge drama in Sevilla, Rudiger grabbed the headlines at full time, despite not being on the field of play as Barcelona clinched the trophy.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / March 25

'Do you want to win titles?' – Chelsea legend admits he told Blues player to leave the club

A Chelsea legend has admitted this week that he actually told a recent Blues player to leave the club if he wanted to win titles. I don’t think that Chelsea fans will be too happy hearing about this story, because the player in question actually became a bit of a fan favourite before he left the club.

Soccer News / Football Italia / March 19

Rudiger names ‘best defender in Italy’ and thanks Spalletti

German international Antonio Rudiger names the ‘best defender in Italy’ and is ‘very happy’ to reunite with his old Roma coach Luciano Spalletti. ‘He brought the best out of me.’ The first leg of the Nations League quarter-final kicks off at San Siro on Thursday at 19.45 GMT, while the decider will be in Dortmund on Sunday evening.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / October 14

Potential replacement for Real Madrid could be its former star

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Soccer News / Yardbarker / October 4

Real Madrid's Antonio Rudiger open to the signing of one of Europe's top defenders

This would be a huge signing if it came to pass.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / October 4

Rudiger names Arsenal man he wants to play with at Real Madrid

Antonio Rudiger may be the key figure Real Madrid uses to launch their charm offensive in pursuit of William Saliba. Los Blancos are reportedly among the clubs eyeing a move for the Arsenal defender as he continues to impress.