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Real Madrid buy midfielder Gago

Real Madrid buy midfielder Gago

Rediff.com22 Dec 2006

Real Madrid agreed to sign the highly-rated 20-year-old Argentine midfielder from Boca Juniors on a six-and-a-half-year contract.

PHOTOS: Champions Real Madrid paint the town white during parade

PHOTOS: Champions Real Madrid paint the town white during parade

Rediff.com28 May 2018

Real Madrid supporters urged Cristiano Ronaldo to stay at the club during celebrations at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium on Sunday to mark their third consecutive Champions League title after an open-top bus parade through the Spanish capital.

PICS: Real Madrid win record-extending 35th La Liga title

PICS: Real Madrid win record-extending 35th La Liga title

Rediff.com1 May 2022

Real are on 81 points with four games to go. They are 17 points ahead of nearest rivals Sevilla.

Ronaldo extends Real Madrid contract

Ronaldo extends Real Madrid contract

Rediff.com15 Sep 2013

Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo has agreed a contract extension with Real Madrid, the La Liga club said on Sunday.

Former Real Madrid president arrested

Former Real Madrid president arrested

Rediff.com27 Sep 2008

Former Real Madrid president Lorenzo Sanz was arrested Friday after a complaint from a financial institution but released without charges, a government official said.

Valencia hold Real Madrid goalless

Valencia hold Real Madrid goalless

Rediff.com12 Mar 2006

Real Madrid striker Ronaldo spurned a golden opportunity to give his side victory when he missed a last-minute penalty.

PIX: Barcelona humiliate Real Madrid; PSG suffer heavy defeat

PIX: Barcelona humiliate Real Madrid; PSG suffer heavy defeat

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored twice as a rejuvenated Barcelona gave a football masterclass to inflict a humiliating 4-0 defeat on rivals Real Madrid on Sunday.

PIX: Lille end Real Madrid's unbeaten run; Villa shock Bayern

PIX: Lille end Real Madrid's unbeaten run; Villa shock Bayern

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

A first-half penalty earned Lille a shock 1-0 home victory over holders Real Madrid in the Champions League group phase on Wednesday.

PIX: Real Madrid win at Chelsea, Villarreal stun Bayern

PIX: Real Madrid win at Chelsea, Villarreal stun Bayern

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

Karim Benzema's hat-trick earned Real Madrid a 3-1 win at reigning European champions Chelsea in their Champions League quarter-final first leg on Wednesday. In another quarter-final match, Villarreal stunned six times European Cup winners Bayern Munich 1-0.

Meet Real Madrid's youngest La Liga debutant

Meet Real Madrid's youngest La Liga debutant

Rediff.com24 May 2015

Teenage Norway midfielder Martin Odegaard became Real Madrid's youngest La Liga debutant at the age of 16 when he came on as a substitute in the 58th minute of Saturday's final game of the season at home to Getafe.

Raul, Robinho rescue Real Madrid

Raul, Robinho rescue Real Madrid

Rediff.com23 Sep 2005

10-man Real Madrid fought back from a goal down to claim a 3-1 win at home to Athletic Bilbao.

Zidane reacts to Real Madrid loss

Zidane reacts to Real Madrid loss

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane urged his side to remain calm after their Champions League hopes suffered a setback with a shock 2-0 loss at VfL Wolfsburg in the first leg of their quarter-final tie on Wednesday.

Champions League: Valverde hat-trick leaves City on the brink

Champions League: Valverde hat-trick leaves City on the brink

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Federico Valverde scores a hat-trick as Real Madrid defeats Manchester City 3-0 in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie.

Brazil romp into World Cup knock-outs after Vinicius brace

Brazil romp into World Cup knock-outs after Vinicius brace

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

Brazil secured their spot in the World Cup knockout stages with a dominant 3-0 victory over Scotland. Vinicius Jr scored twice, continuing his impressive form, while Neymar made his much-anticipated return to the national team after nearly three years. The win saw Brazil top Group C, with Matheus Cunha also contributing a goal. Scotland's hopes now rest on qualifying as one of the best third-placed teams.

Real Madrid whipped by Sevilla

Real Madrid whipped by Sevilla

Rediff.com10 Nov 2003

The defending champions suffered an extraordinary 4-1 away defeat in the Spanish League.\n\n

Real Madrid beat spirited Zenit

Real Madrid beat spirited Zenit

Rediff.com1 Oct 2008

Real Madrid scored twice in the first half to overcome a spirited Zenit St Petersburg 2-1 in the Champions League on Tuesday. An own goal by Zenit defender Tomas Hubocan and an opportunistic strike by Ruud van Nistlerooy gave the nine-times European champions their second consecutive victory in Group H.

Real Madrid to name Luxemburgo as coach

Real Madrid to name Luxemburgo as coach

Rediff.com30 Dec 2004

The coach of Brazilian champions Santos might take over as the third new coach of Real Madrid this season, Spanish media reports said.

PHOTOS: Real Madrid win at Celta but Modric sees red

PHOTOS: Real Madrid win at Celta but Modric sees red

Rediff.com17 Aug 2019

Real Madrid got off to a flying start in La Liga by beating Celta Vigo 3-1 away from home on Saturday with the help of a magnificent long range strike from Toni Kroos.

Real Madrid continue perfect start

Real Madrid continue perfect start

Rediff.com12 Sep 2004

Ashley Cole set for Real Madrid move

Ashley Cole set for Real Madrid move

Rediff.com14 Jul 2010

Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas has revealed that Chelsea defender Ashley Cole is certain for a 30 million pound move to join the Spanish giants.

Lewandowski set for Barcelona exit amid Saudi, MLS interest

Lewandowski set for Barcelona exit amid Saudi, MLS interest

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Robert Lewandowski has confirmed he will leave Barcelona after four successful seasons in which he scored 119 goals and helped the club win three LaLiga titles.

Raphinha out of Barcelona's Champions League quarter-final with hamstring injury

Raphinha out of Barcelona's Champions League quarter-final with hamstring injury

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Barcelona's Raphinha will miss the Champions League quarter-final against Atletico Madrid due to a hamstring injury sustained while playing for Brazil. The estimated recovery time is five weeks.

PIX: Ancelotti's calm 'winning culture' delivers for Real Madrid again

PIX: Ancelotti's calm 'winning culture' delivers for Real Madrid again

Rediff.com29 May 2022

A 'winning culture' may be one of the most over used terms in modern football but Real Madrid and Carlo Ancelotti proved on Saturday, at Liverpool's expense, that there truly is meaning and value in the concept.

PIX: Real Madrid's Benzema wins 2022 Ballon d'Or award

PIX: Real Madrid's Benzema wins 2022 Ballon d'Or award

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

Real Madrid's France forward Karim Benzema won the 2022 Ballon d'Or award for the best men's player in the world on Monday, while Barcelona's Spain midfielder Alexia Putellas won the women's award for a second time.

It's confirmed! Real Madrid expelled from King's Cup

It's confirmed! Real Madrid expelled from King's Cup

Rediff.com29 Dec 2015

Real Madrid's expulsion from the King's Cup for fielding an ineligible player was upheld on Monday by the Spanish government's Disciplinary Committee for Sports (TAD) following an appeal by the 10-times European champions.

'Real Madrid should not give in to Ronaldo demands'

'Real Madrid should not give in to Ronaldo demands'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2018

The Portuguese is reported to be demanding another new deal to bring his salary in line with Lionel Messi and Neymar, the top two earners in world soccer.

PIX: Real Madrid survive Chelsea rally; Villarreal shock Bayern

PIX: Real Madrid survive Chelsea rally; Villarreal shock Bayern

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

Real Madrid saw off a stirring Chelsea fightback to book their place in the Champions League semi-finals following a 3-2 defeat after extra time in a scintillating second leg at the Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday to go through 5-4 on aggregate.

Sports Shorts: Kroos joins Real Madrid

Sports Shorts: Kroos joins Real Madrid

Rediff.com17 Jul 2014

Germany midfielder Toni Kroos has signed a six-year deal to join Real Madrid from Bayern Munich, the Bundesliga club confirmed on Thursday.

Jordan Henderson Backs Jude Bellingham As England's X-Factor For World Cup

Jordan Henderson Backs Jude Bellingham As England's X-Factor For World Cup

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

England midfielder Jordan Henderson has publicly defended teammate Jude Bellingham, highlighting his crucial role and 'X-factor' for the team despite media scrutiny. Henderson also discussed his own controversial selection for his fourth World Cup and the challenge of facing Luka Modric.

Can Chelsea emulate Real Madrid?

Can Chelsea emulate Real Madrid?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2006

Even if Chelsea enjoy success every season for the next 30 years -- they still won't match the Spanish giants.

Lyon let Diarra join Real Madrid

Lyon let Diarra join Real Madrid

Rediff.com19 Aug 2006

Olympique Lyon have agreed to let Mali midfielder Mahamadou Diarra join Real Madrid.

Here's why Real Madrid deserve La Liga title

Here's why Real Madrid deserve La Liga title

Rediff.com22 May 2017

Real Madrid's consistency and hard work made them worthy La Liga champions, captain Sergio Ramos said after their 2-0 win at Malaga on Sunday ended a five-year wait for the title.

Inter Milan sign Real Madrid's Solari

Inter Milan sign Real Madrid's Solari

Rediff.com8 Jul 2005

The Argentine midfielder agreed a three-year contract with the Serie A side.

Benayoun doubt for Real Madrid tie

Benayoun doubt for Real Madrid tie

Rediff.com10 Mar 2009

Liverpool's Israeli midfielder Yossi Benayoun is a serious doubt for their UEFA Champions League tie with Real Madrid on Tuesday after tearing a hamstring in training at the weekend. Benayoun scored the only goal when Liverpool beat Real 1-0 in Madrid in the first leg of the last 16 tie last month, but faces an anxious wait to see if he can play any part at Anfield after colliding with a team mate in training.

End of an era as Casillas leaves Real Madrid

End of an era as Casillas leaves Real Madrid

Rediff.com12 Jul 2015

Spain goalkeeper Iker Casillas left Real Madrid on Saturday after 16 seasons as an iconic figure at the Bernabeu.

Real Madrid look to continue revival

Real Madrid look to continue revival

Rediff.com19 Oct 2005

Liverpool, Real Madrid storm into last 16

Liverpool, Real Madrid storm into last 16

Rediff.com12 Dec 2007

Nine-times champions Real Madrid topped Group C with a 3-1 win over Lazio while Liverpool, the winners of five titles, advanced from Group A with a 4-0 rout of Olympique Marseille.

'Zidane can stay at Real Madrid for life'

'Zidane can stay at Real Madrid for life'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2017

Zinedine Zidane can stay at Real Madrid for life, club President Florentino Perez said on Saturday, after the Frenchman became the first manager to win the Champions League two years in a row with a dominant 4-1 win over Juventus.

Real Madrid make winning start

Real Madrid make winning start

Rediff.com26 Aug 2007

Real Madrid earned a 2-1 comeback victory over city rivals Atletico.