The summer transfer window is already heating up. Arsenal, under the ambitious Mikel Arteta, are reportedly eyeing a swoop for Real Madrid’s highly-rated Brazilian star, Rodrygo. Speculation surrounding the move has intensified as Kylian Mbappe’s long-rumoured switch to Real Madrid seems more and more inevitable. Why Rodrygo? Arsenal’s interest in Rodrygo makes perfect sense. The…
Carlo Ancelotti has another tactical ace up his sleeve ahead of their high-stakes showdown with Manchester City. Amidst a spate of injuries plaguing their defence, Ancelotti is turning to an unexpected source for stability: star midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni. The Frenchman is likely to slot into the crucial centre-back role. Tchouameni’s midfield dominance has transformed him…
Federico Valverde is proving that he’s the beating heart of Real Madrid. The Uruguayan midfielder’s relentless work rate and brilliant playmaking were on full display on March 16, 2024, as he racked up a rare hat-trick of assists to propel Real Madrid to a thrilling 2-4 victory against CA Osasuna. The win at Pamplona’s Estadio…
The UEFA Champions League quarter finals promise a spectacle for football fans, and none more so than the titanic clash between Manchester City and Real Madrid. At the centre of the buildup lies Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola’s apprehension about facing Real Madrid’s midfield dynamo, Jude Bellingham. Guardiola, known for his astute analysis of opponents,…
Vinícius Jr. is grappling with deep dissatisfaction according to The Athletic. The root cause: repeated instances of racist abuse and what he perceives as the club’s insufficient response. Despite formal legal action taken by Real Madrid, Vinícius feels the need for a swifter and more public condemnation from club leadership. The lack of that visible…