Barcelona are in the midst of a difficult period, one that has overtaken then over the last few weeks. Because of it, they sit seven points off the top of the La Liga table, with Real Madrid and Girona currently level on points at this stage. They did make it through to the Champions League […] The post Barcelona believe they can win at least two competitions this season despite recent poor form appeared first on Football España.

Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham has missed out on being named as the No.1 male player in world football. The Guardian have produced their prestigious annual list of the Top 100 players in men’s and women’s football as voted for by a global panel of journalists and experts. Bellingham’s sensational start to life in Madrid […] The post Jude Bellingham named No.2 in The Guardian’s top footballer list appeared first on Football España.

Getafe could face a battle to retain star striker Borja Mayoral in the incoming January transfer window. Mayoral has finally settled into his best form this season, after spells across Europe, including a loan stint at Getafe in 2021/22. He endured a mixed campaign, after making a permanent move from Real Madrid in 2022, but […] The post Premier League trio tracking Getafe star appeared first on Football España.

Real Madrid need more central defenders due to long-term injuries, while Inter Miami confirmed that Luis Suarez is reuniting with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami. Transfer Talk is LIVE with the latest.

Over the last few weeks, there has been plenty of talk regarding Real Madrid’s possible activity during the 2024 winter transfer window. Los Blancos are expected to enter the market in at least one instance, due to the club’s ongoing injury crisis. Following David Alaba’s ACL tear against Villarreal last weekend, Carlo Ancelotti can only […] The post Analysis: Do Real Madrid need Mauro Icardi in 2024? appeared first on Football España.

Football managers across Europe have reacted to the potential rebirth of the European Super League after the European Court of Justice ruled that Fifa and Uefa cannot legally block it. The Super League relaunched itself on Thursday with a tweaked three-tier format and the promise of every match being streamed for free. Real Madrid's manager, Carlo Ancelotti, echoed his club's support for the project, saying 'it will be positive for clubs and players'. The Premier League’s ‘Big Six' have all now distanced themselves from the possibility of joining any new European Super League, with Liverpool and Arsenal the latest to denounce the project. 'If we just do the things [Uefa and Fifa] do, like putting in competitions with more games that nobody has a real say in - what's going on there?' said the Liverpool manager, Jürgen Klopp. 'I like that that they get a bit of a shake. Okay, you cannot exactly do what you want. But no, Super League? Same opinion like I had before.' Continue reading...

One of the big issues hanging around at Real Madrid in recent weeks has involved their goalkeepers. Following Thibaut Courtois’ ACL tear back in August, Kepa Arrizabalaga had been established until a few weeks ago, with Andriy Lunin having seemingly gone ahead of him after a string of excellent performances. However, Kepa has returned between […] The post Carlo Ancelotti facing big decision over winter break on key position at Real Madrid appeared first on Football España.

There’s no doubt that Girona have been the biggest overachievers in European football this season. Michel Sanchez’s side were expected to be a mid-table/bottom half side, but after 18 matchdays, they occupy second in La Liga, only behind Real Madrid on goal difference. Because of this, many are hoping that Girona can emulate Leicester City’s […] The post Girona eyeing up three January signings in effort to continue fairytale La Liga title charge appeared first on Football España.

Real Madrid may be top of La Liga at the moment, but their path to get there has been skewed by many injury problems. They have been especially affected in the defensive department, following long-term injuries to Eder Militao and David Alaba. This has left Antonio Rudiger and Nacho Fernandez as Carlo Ancelotti’s only senior […] The post Defensive crisis worsens for Carlo Ancelotti as Real Madrid star faces extended suspension appeared first on Football España.

Real Madrid appear to be actively looking at their options in the January transfer market for the first time in a while, with their defensive injury crisis the main motivation. With Eder Militao out until at least February, and David Alaba out for the rest of the season, both with anterior cruciate ligament injuries. It […] The post Carlo Ancelotti wants Real Madrid to sign Manchester United defender to solve injury crisis appeared first on Football España.

Julien Laurens, Sophie Lawson and Sam Marsden give their takes after the fourth round of matches in the women's Champions League.

Real Madrid have struggled majorly with injury this season. So many first team stars are currently unavailable because of this, and after Thursday’s victory over Alaves, there have been fears that another key player could be able to join the list. In the dying stages of the match in Vitoria, Rodrygo had to be forced […] The post Real Madrid optimistic over star forward’s injury problem – “He’s a bit tired” appeared first on Football España.

On Thursday, the European Supreme Court of Justice opened the door to a possible Super League, having ruled that UEFA and FIFA cannot punish clubs – in this case Barcelona and Real Madrid – for trying to form a breakaway league. The news was met with delights at the offices of the two Clasico clubs, […] The post Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti pleased with Super League decision – “Time will show that it is positive” appeared first on Football España.

A new version of the European Super League would stream all its matches for free and introduce promotion and relegation, its creators have said, as plans were announced to revive the breakaway project. On Thursday a judgment from the European court of justice found that Uefa’s and Fifa’s rules for authorising new international competitions had been 'unlawful'. In response, the company behind the Super League – A22 Sports – released a new concept for the project. Free to watch, relegation, midweek: how new football Super League would work Real Madrid and Barcelona steadfast in reminding Uefa who they are Continue reading...