Koke has warned Vinicius Jr he can expect “trouble” at the Wanda Metropolitano if he performs his trademark dancing celebration after scoring
Koke has warned Vinicius Jr he can expect “trouble” at the Wanda Metropolitano if he performs his trademark dancing celebration after scoring
Karim Benzema trains alone ahead of Madrid derby
Real Madrid face an anxious wait over the fitness of skipper Karim Benzema ahead of this weekend’s Madrid derby.
Los Blancos head across the Spanish capital on Sunday night as Carlo Ancelotti’s side look to extend their winning start to the 2022/23 campaign.
Diego Simeone confirms Jan Oblak will be fit for Real Madrid clash
Atletico Madrid have received a boost ahead of their clash at home with Real Madrid in their city derby. Goalkeeper Jan Oblak has been struggling with fitness issues of late but will be available for selection against Los Blancos.
Speaking ahead of the match in his press conference, manager Diego Simeone was direct when he was asked whether Oblak would be fit. He trained as normal on Saturday morning.
Vinicius leads Los Blancos’ squad for Madrid Derby, Benzema NOT in
Vinicius leads Los Blancos’ squad for Madrid Derby, Benzema NOT in
Alejandro Balde Elche:
2 assists
60 passes
98% pass accuracy
2 key passes
2 big chances created
2/2 accurate crosses
1/1 accurate long ball
1/2 successful dribbles
1 clearance
1/3 aerials won
4/7 duels won
8.2 match rating
18 years of age. A day he will never forget!
Robert Lewandowski Elche:
72 minutes played
2 goals
4 shots on target
74.1 accurate passes
2 ground duels won
2 foul won
8.4 match rating
Lewangoalski.
Barcelona go top of La Liga with comfortable victory over under pressure Elche
Barcelona 3-0 Elche
Four players from Europe’s top five leagues have scored 10+ goals across all competitions this season:
◎ 7 games - Haaland
◉ 8 games - Lewandowski
◎ 8 games - Mbappé
◎ 9 games - Neymar
None of them even needed 10 matches.
Fede Valverde recognised in Uruguay as best sportsperson of the year
Following two crucial goals in the last week, more and more people are beginning to give Fede Valverde plaudits for his role on the right side of the Real Madrid team.
Koke set to equal Atletico Madrid appearances record in Madrid derby
Atletico Madrid face off against Real Madrid in their city derby this evening, but the match will be special in more ways than one.
Diego Simeone is set to surpass Luis Aragones as the Atletico Madrid manager to have taken charge of the most La Liga matches (408).
In addition, captain Koke Resurreccion will equal the record for the most appearances in the history of the club. Should he take to the pitch against Los Blancos, Koke will make his 553rd appearance, the same amount as Adelardo Rodriguez as per Relevo.
Man United forward Antony sends message to Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior
Manchester United star Antony has sent a message of support to his Brazil teammate Vinicius Junior.
The Real Madrid forward was targeted with a racist slur by agent Pedro Bravo, who said during a TV discussion that “in Spain, you have to respect rivals and stop playing the monkey”. The comment was made in relation to a goal celebration by the Madrid attacker.
Antoine Griezmann starts the Madrid derby
His previous appearances this season:
62nd minute
62nd minute
64th minute
63rd minute
61st minute
63rd minute
63rd minute