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Real Madrid finished with five yellow cards and one red in their visit to Villarreal, a figure the Madrid camp explains as harsh refereeing after committing just eight fouls. The referee's report tells a different story: most of the bookings given to players came not from fouls but from dissent and time-wasting.
varela·4 min read
Vinicius Junior was sent off in the 73rd minute of Real Madrid's 1-0 win over Villarreal after pulling Saliba's hair, and referee Díaz de Mera noted in his match report that he could not identify any specific words during the Brazilian's protests.
varela·6 min readThe red card shown to Vinicius against Villarreal has heightened Real Madrid's anger with referees. The club now openly suspects an orchestrated campaign and is pointing the finger directly at LaLiga president Javier Tebas. The battle involving the club, the Referees Committee and the league chief looks set to intensify.
Matt
·5 min read
Yan Diomande scored his first goal for Real Madrid and celebrated with a long look at the sky in honor of his sister Roxane, who died at age 15. The Ivorian forward broke down in tears after making it 1-0 and spoke about the person who always believed in him. A story of loss, resilience and a promise fulfilled on the pitch.
varela·6 min read
Real Madrid have moved quickly to add one more year to Thibaut Courtois' deal, which was due to expire in 2027. The agreement with the 34-year-old goalkeeper is expected to be made official shortly and would allow him to complete a full decade at the club, where he is already regarded as the finest goalkeeper in its history.
Matt·5 min read
Bayern Munich has made its stance on Michael Olise's future perfectly clear. Club president Herbert Hainer insists the Bundesliga giants do not need to sell and hopes to extend the French winger's contract, which runs until 2029. Bayern would be ready to make him one of the highest earners in the squad to keep him away from Real Madrid.
varela·4 min read
UEFA has appointed French referee François Letexier for the Roma vs Real Madrid clash on Wednesday, October 14 at the Stadio Olimpico. The official already oversaw Los Blancos last season against José Mourinho's Benfica, sending off the Portuguese coach with two yellow cards. Dennis Higler will lead the VAR.
Javi·4 min read
Real Madrid edged past Villarreal, but the match was defined by Vinicius Jr.'s red card for pulling Saliba's hair after the referee reviewed the incident on VAR. During the commotion, Marc Cucurella approached the official with a direct warning. The Villarreal defender's words echoed what he himself went through with Pepe at the 2025 Club World Cup.
Javi·4 min read
Real Madrid beat Villarreal but the night left far more than three points. Vinicius was sent off after a VAR review, the bench protested repeatedly and the team picked up six yellow cards. Mourinho skipped his press conference to avoid a ban and protect his presence in the Clásico.
InfoBlaugrana·5 min read
Real Madrid beat Villarreal 1-0 thanks to a goal from Yan Diomande, but the win was overshadowed by Vinicius Jr.'s red card. VAR ruled out the Brazilian's goal and sent him off for pulling Nathan Saliba's hair. José Mourinho, visibly frustrated, chose not to speak to the media to avoid a possible suspension.
Natilla·5 min read