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Why racist chants are making it difficult for Vinicius Jr to carry on at his dream club

Tears streamed down Real Madrid and Brazil forward Vinicius Jr’s face in a pre-match press conference on Monday when he was asked about the racist incidents he faced in Spain for the last couple of years. A strong-willed player who always sounded defiant while facing the hatred, finally looked like he had had enough. Sometimes, people tend to forget this was just a 23-year-old who had come to Spain from his native Brazil to play football. The racist hatred he receives is totally uncalled for.“It’s something very sad what I have been going through here. It’s tough. I’ve been fighting against this for a long time. It’s exhausting because you feel like you are alone. I’ve made so many official complaints but no one is ever punished. “More and more I’m losing my desire to play. But I’ll kee...
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Man City draw Real Madrid in Champions League quarters, Barcelona face PSG | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Defending champions Manchester City will come up against record 14-time winners Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals after being paired together in Friday's draw, meaning the sides will meet in a third consecutive season in the competition.Barcelona take on Paris St Germain after the draw was held at UEFA's headquarters in Nyon on Friday.Arsenal returned to the quarter-finals for the first time in 14 years and they play Bayern Munich which will give the German club's star striker Harry Kane -- who has scored 36 goals this season -- another crack at his former north London rivalsParis St Germain, who are seeking their first Champions League title, will take on Barcelona while Atletico Madrid face Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund, which means all three Spanish te...
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Cristiano Ronaldo in trouble for obscene gesture in response to Messi chants

Al Nassr and Cristiano Ronaldo had a near perfect night out on Sunday. The club beat Al Shabab 3-2 to maintain a one-arm distance with Saudi Pro League table toppers Al Hilal, and its captain scored from the spot to lead from the front. The goal marked a 34th for the Portuguese in the ongoing season. A gesture from the winning captain after the game ended however, may have led to the jovial mood being subdued. Leading his teammates after an away win, Ronaldo responded to the home fans chanting the name of his arch nemesis Lionel Messi by directing an obscene gesture at them which is currently being investigated by Saudi football federation’s Disciplinary and Ethics Committee. Here’s a video of the said incident: pic.twitter.com/WKj2jIrTk4 — @TrollFootball Videos (@TF_Video) February 25...
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Kylian Mbappe and PSG: After end of uneasy stint, French footballing superstar ready to fulfill his destiny of becoming a Real Madrid galactico

A loveless marriage would soon end. Kylian Mbappe would, potentially, unite with his true love, Real Madrid; Paris Saint- Germain would seek its true path to footballing glory. The Mbappe-PSG wedlock, despite the ingredients for a long and successful bond, even a symbolic bond of romance – the boy from the banlieue of Bondy, the city’s grimy alley, at the heart of PSG renaissance – was always forced and inorganic. That it did not end bitterly — even if it threatened to, at times — is a mini-wonder in itself. For Mbappe, it was always Real Madrid – the love of his life. The group that fired up his imagination were always the galacticos. In his comic-strip autobiography Je M’Appelle Kylian, Zinedine Zidane and Cristiano Ronaldo visit him in a dream, and Zidane hands him out a sparkling-wh...
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Barcelona vs Getafe: Xavi’s side secures 4-0 victory and moves to second place | – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Xavi's revitalized Barcelona displayed a dominant performance, securing a resounding 4-0 victory over Getafe on Saturday, propelling them to the second spot in La Liga. The recalled duo of Joao Felix and Raphinha made significant contributions, with Barcelona now holding 57 points from 26 games.Defending champions Barcelona leapfrogged Girona to claim the second position, trailing leaders Real Madrid, who sit at the summit with 62 points. Real Madrid is set to extend their unbeaten La Liga run to 20 matches as they face Sevilla in a game in hand on Sunday.In an impressive display, Brazilian forward Raphinha initiated the scoring in the 20th minute. His well-timed run and precise shot found the bottom corner, breaking the deadlock. Joao Felix, who missed the midweek Champions ...
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Champions League: Brahim Diaz’s solo stunner secures Real Madrid 1-0 win over RB Leipzig | Football News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Real Madrid clinched a vital 1-0 victory away at RB Leipzig in the first leg of the Champions League last 16, propelled by an extraordinary solo goal from midfielder Brahim Diaz.The match commenced with RB Leipzig showcasing vigor but lacking the finishing touch, while Real Madrid's goalkeeper Andriy Lunin proved pivotal with numerous crucial saves, notably after Leipzig's contentious disallowed goal for offside.In the early stages of the second half, Diaz's moment of brilliance broke the deadlock. The stand-in for the injured Jude Bellingham demonstrated exceptional skill, maneuvering past three Leipzig defenders before delivering a precision strike into the net. Reflecting on his remarkable goal, Diaz remarked, "I'm intuitive... It was a nice goal."Toni Kroos, Real Madrid's...
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Jude Bellingham equals Cristiano Ronaldo’s record as Real Madrid thump Osasuna 4-0 | Football News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham netted twice, leading his team to a commanding 4-0 victory over Osasuna in a LaLiga home match on Saturday. The England midfielder has achieved a remarkable feat, tallying 10 goals in his first 10 starts for his new team.Bellingham's goal-scoring efficiency is nothing short of extraordinary, with 10 goals scored from just 19 shots. The 20-year-old has made the transition to Spanish soccer appear astonishingly effortless.In his first ten starts for Real Madrid across all competitions, Bellingham not only equalled Cristiano Ronaldo's 10-goal record but also delivered three assists, outperforming Ronaldo's one assist in a similar period.The midfielder found the back of the net in both halves of the match, providing Real with a two-goal lead. Viniciu...
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Real Madrid triumph over Napoli in 3-2 Champions League victory | Football News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Real Madrid staged a thrilling comeback to secure a 3-2 victory over Napoli in their Champions League Group C clash, with an unfortunate own goal from Napoli's keeper, Alex Meret, sealing the win for the Spanish side late in the second half.Vinicius Jr and Jude Bellingham found the net for Real Madrid in the first half, cancelling out a Leo Ostigard header for Napoli. However, a Piotr Zielinski penalty early in the second half leveled the score for the Italian side.The winning goal came in the 78th minute when Federico Valverde unleashed a stunning long-range shot that struck the crossbar and then ricocheted off the back of the flailing Meret's head, ultimately deflecting into Napoli's own goal.Real Madrid now lead Group C with six points from two games, followed by Napoli an...
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Gareth Bale becomes playable character in golf video game

Gareth Bale’s love for golf has been well-documented and the former Real Madrid and Wales forward has swapped the pitch for the green after becoming a playable character in the PGA Tour 2K23 video game. Bale, 34, made his PGA Tour debut at the Pebble Beach Pro-Am in February after calling time on his glittering soccer career at the start of the year. He also teed off alongside Rory McIlroy at this week’s BMW PGA Championship Celebrity Pro-Am. His passion for the sport often led to criticism while he was in Madrid, especially in 2019 after he celebrated with a Welsh flag which read: “Wales. Golf. Madrid. In that order.” The former Wales captain, who featured on the cover of Electronic Arts’ FIFA 14 video game alongside Lionel Messi, has now been added to PGA Tour 2K23, which includes a c...
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Vinicius Jr sidelined for several weeks with thigh injury

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr. is expected to be sidelined for a number of weeks after the LaLiga club said he had suffered a thigh muscle injury during last Friday’s match at Celta Vigo. Sources close to the player told Reuters that he is expected to be sidelined for five to six weeks and will miss Brazil’s first two qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup against Bolivia and Peru in September.Most Read 1 World Athletics Championships 2023 Highlights: Neeraj Chopra wins gold; Relay runners finish 5th; Parul Chaudhary scripts national record 2 Gadar 2 box office collection day 17: Sunny Deol film beats Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan, becomes the fastest film to cross Rs 450 crore mark See More “Following tests carried o...
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Carlo Ancelotti rules out Real Madrid move for Kylian Mbappe in this window

Real Madrid have ruled out signing Kylian Mbappe before the transfer window closes next week, manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Thursday as the Paris St Germain forward continues to be linked with the LaLiga club. Ancelotti added that Real are unlikely to do any more transfer business in the current window which closes on Sept. 1. When asked about France striker Mbappe, he told reporters: “No, I rule it out 100%. I think our squad is closed and our players are thinking about our season.” The transfer window remains open in Saudi Arabia beyond Sept. 1, which means clubs from the Gulf nation could still poach Europe’s best players, but the Real boss was not concerned. “Someone may change their mind, but I am not afraid of that,” he added ahead of Real’s LaLiga game at Celta Vigo on Friday. ...
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Real Madrid’s Militao to undergo knee surgery after ACL tear

Eder Militao became the second Real Madrid player to suffer an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury this week, after goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, and the LaLiga club said on Sunday that the defender would require surgery. Militao was injured when he hyperextended his knee early in the second half of Real’s 2-0 win over Athletic Bilbao on Saturday in their LaLiga opener. The 25-year-old defender was in tears as he was helped off the pitch. “After the tests carried out on our player Eder Militao, he has been diagnosed with a rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. The player will undergo surgery in the coming days,” the club said. Militao could be sidelined for several months, just like Courtois who also required surgery after tearing the ACL in his left knee during...
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PSG held by Lorient in season opener with Kylian Mbappe sidelined | Football News – Times of India

PARIS: Paris Saint-Germain kicked off their title defence with a 0-0 draw at home to Lorient on Saturday as Kylian Mbappe watched from the stands amid his ongoing contract dispute with the French champions.After a summer of flux at the Parc des Princes filled with new arrivals and Lionel Messi's departure, it is the Mbappe stand-off that continues to dominate the headlines.The France captain has refused to sign an extension to his PSG deal, meaning he can leave for free next year, with Real Madrid long seen as his preferred destination.PSG want to sell him now and bring in a significant transfer fee for a player who cost 180 million euros ($198 million) from Monaco in 2017.New coach Luis Enrique on Friday said he hoped a solution can be found, but Mbappe has not been allowed train with ...
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WATCH: After shocking on-air fall former EPL star Shaka Hislop seeks ‘best’ medical opinion | Football News – Times of India

Football analyst and former Premier League goal-keeper Shaka Hislop is in search of "the best medical opinion" following his collapse during ESPN's pregame show on Sunday. The incident occurred just before an exhibition match between Real Madrid and AC Milan at the Rose Bowl.During the show, the 54-year-old Hislop became unsteady while conversing with colleague Dan Thomasand subsequently fell to the ground, prompting an immediate call for medical assistance.At halftime of the match, Thomas informed viewers that Hislop was conscious and speaking.As of now, neither Hislop nor ESPN has disclosed the cause behind the sudden collapse, leaving fans and colleagues concerned about his well-being.On Monday, Hislop expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming concern and support he has received i...
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Watch: Real Madrid’s new star ‘Turkish Messi’ Arda Güler destroys Federico Valverde in training

Real Madrid’s new signing Arda Güler, is considered to be one of the most promising young players in the world, and his move to the Los Blancos has been met with much excitement. The Turkish professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder started playing football at a young age, and he quickly showed his potential. His performances earned him the nickname “The Turkish Messi.” In his first interview with club following his signing, Guler spoke about the careers of players like Camavinga, Vinicius, Rodrygo and others who arrived young but are now established stars in the team. “I remember when Rodrygo, Vini, Camavinga and Valverde came here, they were 18, just like me. I remember that moment really well, they’re really good players and now they are my teammates,” Guler said. ...
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Luka Modric extends Real Madrid contract until 2024 | Football News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Real Madrid veteran midfielder Luka Modric has renewed his contract until June 2024, the Spanish side announced on Monday.Despite a significant interest from Saudi Arabia, who were looking to secure Modric's services once his previous contract expired this month, the 37-year-old has chosen to stay at Madrid. The Croatian continues to be a vital player for the team and followed Toni Kroos, Dani Ceballos and Nacho Fernandez in extending his time at Madrid this summer."In his 11 seasons defending our shirt, he has played 488 games and won 23 trophies," said Real Madrid in a statement.Modric has lifted the Champions League five times with Madrid since joining in 2012 from Tottenham, as well as La Liga on three occasions and two Copas del Rey.Turning 38 in September, 2018 Ballon d...
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Messi reflects on challenging start at PSG, recalls ‘massive disappointment’ of Champions League woes – Times of India

Lionel Messi opened up about his difficult start at Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), describing it as a "very tough" period in an exclusive interview with beIN Sports on Sunday. The Argentine superstar, who recently departed PSG and will now join Inter Miami in the MLS, expressed his disappointment over two successive failed Champions League campaigns, which he labelled as a "massive disappointment."Messi's decision to join PSG in the summer of 2021, following an illustrious 17-year career at Barcelona, was influenced by his fondness for the club and the presence of friends in the dressing room. He believed that these factors would facilitate his adaptation process compared to other potential destinations. However, the reality proved to be more challenging than he had anticipated, with the ne...
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Barcelona to begin LaLiga title defence at Getafe

Barcelona will begin their Spanish league title defence away to Getafe on Aug. 13 while Real Madrid visit Athletic Bilbao the same weekend, the Spanish FA (RFEF) said on Thursday. With the renovation of Barcelona’s Camp Nou already under way, the Catalan giants will host the first Clasico of the season against bitter rivals Real Madrid on matchday 11 (Oct. 29) at the Montjuic Olympic Stadium. Both teams will meet again at Santiago Bernabeu on matchday 32, on the weekend of April 21, 2024. LaLiga’s final weekend could be a high-tension climax to the season, with Barcelona visiting Europa League champions Sevilla, Real Madrid hosting Real Betis and Champions League side Real Sociedad hosting Diego Simeone’s Atletico Madrid. Your club's debut, derby, last game of the season… ⚽ 🗓 Make sure...
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Toni Kroos ‘not done yet’ after extending Real Madrid contract to 2024

Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos is “ not done yet ” after agreeing to a one-year contract extension with the Spanish club on Wednesday. The 33-year-old Kroos will begin his 10th season with the team after both sides agreed to extend his deal through the 2023-24 campaign. The German player, who retired from international duty in 2021, has made 417 appearances for Madrid. 🤍🎱 @ToniKroos 🤍🎱#Kroos2024 pic.twitter.com/JcJcFWcf06 — Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadrid) June 21, 2023 Kroos joined Madrid in 2014 after being a key member of Germany’s World Cup-winning team and has helped the club win an array of trophies, including four Champions League and three Spanish league titles. !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s) {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod? n.callMethod.apply(n,argumen...
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Cristiano Ronaldo: Euro 2024 qualifiers: Ronaldo hits late Portugal winner on 200th cap against Iceland | Football News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Cristiano Ronaldo, on his 200th international appearance, proved once again why he is considered one of the greatest footballers of all time in a thrilling Euro 2024 qualifying match. The 38-year-old striker scored a late winner as Portugal defeated Iceland 1-0 in Reykjavik, maintaining their flawless start to the qualifying campaign.Ronaldo's goal, his 123rd for Portugal, came in the 89th minute as he expertly guided the ball into the net from close range. It was a historic moment for the veteran forward, who also extended his record as the most capped player in men's international football.Speaking about his remarkable achievement, Ronaldo expressed his joy, stating, "For me, it's an unbelievable achievement, it's amazing. And of course, to score the winning goal, it's even...