News for 'Former Real Madrid'

Real Madrid hand Valverde, Tchouameni hefty fine after training ground fight

Real Madrid hand Valverde, Tchouameni hefty fine after training ground fight

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Real Madrid has fined Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni after a training ground fight that resulted in Valverde sustaining a head injury. The incident follows a period of unrest within the team, including a heated argument between Alvaro Carreras and Antonio Ruediger. Real Madrid's season has been turbulent, with a managerial change and a significant gap behind Barcelona in LaLiga.

Alonso leaves Real Madrid after just seven months

Alonso leaves Real Madrid after just seven months

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Real parted ways with Alonso a little more than seven months after appointing him, following a poor run of results in all competitions.

How a former electrician shocked mighty Real Madrid!

How a former electrician shocked mighty Real Madrid!

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Albacete's journeyman striker Jefte Betancor, who scored a stunning double on Wednesday to help his second-tier side knock Real Madrid out of the Copa del Rey, once considered swapping football for a career as an electrician.

Barcelona whip Real Madrid to make Women's Champions League semis

Barcelona whip Real Madrid to make Women's Champions League semis

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Barcelona's women's team showcased their dominance by defeating Real Madrid 6-0, securing a place in the Champions League semifinals. They will face Bayern Munich for a spot in the final.

Real Madrid calm storm; Bayern demolish Leipzig

Real Madrid calm storm; Bayern demolish Leipzig

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Real Madrid ended a turbulent week with a 2-0 LaLiga win over lowly Levante on Saturday courtesy of second-half goals from Kylian Mbappe and Raul Asencio.

Real Madrid manager Arbeloa vows to 'fight for everything'

Real Madrid manager Arbeloa vows to 'fight for everything'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

The 42-year-old Arbeloa inherits a side trailing Barcelona by four points in LaLiga and reeling from a 3-2 defeat in Sunday's Spanish Super Cup final.

Real Madrid stunned by 2nd division club in Copa del Rey

Real Madrid stunned by 2nd division club in Copa del Rey

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

'We've hit rock bottom; we've been knocked out by a second division team.'

Champions League: Vinicius Jr scores winner as Real Madrid edge Benfica in racism-marred match

Champions League: Vinicius Jr scores winner as Real Madrid edge Benfica in racism-marred match

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Vinicius Jr scored a sublime second-half winner as Real Madrid beat Benfica 1-0 in their Champions League playoff first leg on Tuesday, which was halted for 11 match under FIFA's anti-racism protocol.

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.

'Real Madrid move a dream come true'

'Real Madrid move a dream come true'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Alexander-Arnold says signing for Real Madrid is dream come true

Dynamos FC sign former Real Madrid player Marcos Tebar

Dynamos FC sign former Real Madrid player Marcos Tebar

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

Delhi Dynamos Football Club announces the signing of former Real Madrid midfielder Marcos Tbar Ramiro for the upcoming season of the Hero Indian Super League. The 30-year old defensive-midfielder has been signed after his short stint with Spanish Club UE Llagostera. Marcos started his career as a Real Madrid player and is a product of the club's academy in Madrid. He has also played for English championship side Brentford.

Real Madrid great Marcelo hangs up his boots

Real Madrid great Marcelo hangs up his boots

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Marcelo, 36, played for Real Madrid from 2007-2022 and left the Spanish club with 25 trophies in 546 games, including six LaLiga titles.

Former Real Madrid captain Raul joins New York Cosmos

Former Real Madrid captain Raul joins New York Cosmos

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

Former Real Madrid and Spain forward Raul has joined New York Cosmos for the 2015 season on a "multi-year" contract pending a medical, the North American Soccer League (NASL) club said on Thursday.

ISL: Delhi Dynamos sign former Real Madrid star Ruben Gonzalez

ISL: Delhi Dynamos sign former Real Madrid star Ruben Gonzalez

Rediff.com3 Sep 2016

Delhi Dynamos FC have signed former Real Madrid player Ruben Gonzalez as their second marquee player for the Hero Indian Super League Season 3.

Real Madrid coach Ancelotti's tax evasion trial begins

Real Madrid coach Ancelotti's tax evasion trial begins

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Real Madrid coach Ancelotti goes on trial in Spain for tax evasion.

Real Madrid appoint Xabi Alonso as new manager

Real Madrid appoint Xabi Alonso as new manager

Rediff.com25 May 2025

Xabi Alonso has signed a three-year contract until June 2028 and the 43-year-old replaces Carlo Ancelotti, who took charge of his last game on Saturday.

Bale takes a dig at former Real Madrid teammate Ronaldo

Bale takes a dig at former Real Madrid teammate Ronaldo

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

The Welsh winger is thriving in the absence of Ronaldo and Madrid have three wins from four La Liga matches.

Former Real Madrid midfielder Rincon wanted by Interpol

Former Real Madrid midfielder Rincon wanted by Interpol

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

Former Colombia, Real Madrid and Corinthians midfielder Freddy Rincon is wanted for questioning about drug crimes in Panama, Interpol said on Wednesday.

Chelsea appoint Alonso as manager seeking stability after turbulent spell

Chelsea appoint Alonso as manager seeking stability after turbulent spell

Rediff.com6 days ago

Xabi Alonso will take over as Chelsea's new manager, the Premier League club said on Sunday, with the Spaniard signing a four-year deal beginning on July 1.

Former Real Madrid players Alonso, Di Maria, Carvalho charged with tax fraud

Former Real Madrid players Alonso, Di Maria, Carvalho charged with tax fraud

Rediff.com7 Dec 2016

Spanish prosecutors have brought tax fraud charges against three former Real Madrid players, Xabi Alonso, Ricardo Carvalho and Angel di Maria and opened investigations into two other players, a prosecution source confirmed on Wednesday.

Teenager Endrick's late goals power Real Madrid to win

Teenager Endrick's late goals power Real Madrid to win

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Brazilian teenage striker Endrick came off the bench to score two goals in extra time and help Real Madrid rescue a hard-fought 5-2 win over Celta Vigo.

PIX: Real Madrid, Bayern script fighting wins

PIX: Real Madrid, Bayern script fighting wins

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

IMAGES from football matches played across European Leagues on Saturday.

PIX: Real Madrid edge Juventus to reach Club World Cup last 8

PIX: Real Madrid edge Juventus to reach Club World Cup last 8

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

Real Madrid hit their stride at the Club World Cup on Tuesday, edging Juventus 1-0 to reach the quarter-finals thanks to a second-half strike from academy graduate Gonzalo Garcia.

Haaland scores, but Real Madrid steal the show

Haaland scores, but Real Madrid steal the show

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Kylian Mbappe and Brahim Diaz also struck for Real, to cancel out a double from City's Erling Haaland

Mbappe fires Real Madrid to victory with stunning hat-trick

Mbappe fires Real Madrid to victory with stunning hat-trick

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Kylian Mbappe bagged his first hat-trick for Real Madrid as the LaLiga champions easily beat bottom-club Real Valladolid 3-0 on Saturday

Champions League: Real Madrid draw Atletico; Liverpool vs PSG

Champions League: Real Madrid draw Atletico; Liverpool vs PSG

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Real Madrid will play local rivals Atletico Madrid while Bayern Munich were drawn against Bundesliga title challengers Bayer Leverkusen on Friday.

'Visca El Barca!' Messi congratulates La Liga champions FC Barcelona

'Visca El Barca!' Messi congratulates La Liga champions FC Barcelona

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Lionel Messi congratulated FC Barcelona after their 29th La Liga title win over Real Madrid, recalling his legendary trophy-laden legacy with the Catalan giants.

Benzema leaves Real Madrid for lucrative Saudi transfer

Benzema leaves Real Madrid for lucrative Saudi transfer

Rediff.com4 Jun 2023

Karim Benzema will leave Real Madrid as a free agent in the close season after 14 trophy-laden years

Champions League PIX: Bellingham fires Real Madrid to win; Chelsea, Liverpool win

Champions League PIX: Bellingham fires Real Madrid to win; Chelsea, Liverpool win

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

IMAGES from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Wednesday

No Foden, Palmer as Tuchel unveils bold England World Cup squad

No Foden, Palmer as Tuchel unveils bold England World Cup squad

Rediff.com1 days ago

England manager Thomas Tuchel made several bold selection calls for the World Cup, leaving out Phil Foden, Cole Palmer and Harry Maguire while recalling Ivan Toney and backing a new-look squad built on chemistry and trust.

Real Madrid, Liverpool to clash in revamped 36-team Champions League

Real Madrid, Liverpool to clash in revamped 36-team Champions League

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Liverpool were drawn on Thursday to face champions Real Madrid when they return to the Champions League, which has been expanded to a 36-team league format.

Neymar earns Brazil World Cup recall under Ancelotti

Neymar earns Brazil World Cup recall under Ancelotti

Rediff.com4 days ago

Carlo Ancelotti has recalled Neymar to Brazil's squad for next month's FIFA World Cup, backing the veteran forward's fitness and experience despite his injury-disrupted recent years.

PIX: Real Madrid fight back to sink Atletico

PIX: Real Madrid fight back to sink Atletico

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

Karim Benzema and Vinicius Jr. scored in extra time as Real Madrid fought back to beat local rivals Atletico 3-1 and reach the Copa del Rey semi-finals.

'This is the beginning of a new era for Real Madrid': Alonso

'This is the beginning of a new era for Real Madrid': Alonso

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Xabi Alonso guided Bayer Leverkusen to a double last season as they won the German Cup and lifted their first Bundesliga title without losing a game.

Chelsea Defeat Intensifies Tottenham's Relegation Battle

Chelsea Defeat Intensifies Tottenham's Relegation Battle

Rediff.com3 days ago

Tottenham Hotspur's 2-1 defeat at Chelsea has increased their risk of Premier League relegation, while Chelsea's victory boosts their chances of European qualification.

How Yan Diomande Went From Florida To World Cup

How Yan Diomande Went From Florida To World Cup

Rediff.com4 days ago

Yan Diomande, a 19-year-old winger from the Ivory Coast, has experienced a meteoric rise in the world of football, going from playing in a Florida high school to representing his country at the World Cup. His journey involved overcoming cultural challenges and excelling in both the United States and Europe, ultimately leading to his selection for the Ivory Coast national team.

Mbappe is a 'Galactico', signs 5-year deal with Real Madrid

Mbappe is a 'Galactico', signs 5-year deal with Real Madrid

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Real Madrid had courted Mbappe in the past but failed to land the player, who signed a contract extension with PSG in May 2022 when the Spanish club had a bid rejected.

Real Madrid say they will play in Club World Cup

Real Madrid say they will play in Club World Cup

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Real Madrid said their participation in the tournament was never in question.

Are Real Madrid fans really supportive?

Are Real Madrid fans really supportive?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2017

Pepe has blasted the Liga club's fans as "unenthusiastic", contrasting the hushed atmosphere of the Santiago Bernabeu stadium with the cauldron of noise he is now exposed to with Turkish champions Besiktas.

Casemiro hails Carrick's impact, backs him for full-time role at Man United

Casemiro hails Carrick's impact, backs him for full-time role at Man United

Rediff.com6 May 2026

Casemiro backs Michael Carrick for the permanent Manchester United job after a strong run that lifted the club to third in the Premier League.