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Kylian Mbappé playing for the French national team, linked to the case of the €60,000 gift given to the team's security chief.

National teamsReal Madrid19 September 2026

France security chief charged over Mbappé's €60,000 World Cup gift

Mohamed Sanhadji, France's head of logistics and security, was charged on Wednesday in Paris with corruption of a person exercising public authority. The case stems from a €60,300 cheque Kylian Mbappé gave him after the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Court-ordered restrictions now bar him from any contact with players, coaching staff and officials of the French Football Federation.

Matt

·6 min read

Kylian Mbappé celebrates a goal wearing the Real Madrid shirt during a La Liga match.

Atlético MadridReal Madrid19 September 2026

Mbappé sees Atletico derby at the Metropolitano as a golden push for the Ballon d'Or

Kylian Mbappé heads into Real Madrid's visit to Atletico with more than three points on the line. The derby at the Metropolitano offers the French star a prime stage to strengthen his Ballon d'Or candidacy just over a week before voting closes. He arrives in superb form, but still has unfinished business with Atletico and is chasing Cristiano Ronaldo's club record for the fastest 100 goals.

Natilla·5 min read

Real Madrid players celebrate a goal during a LaLiga match at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium.

LaLigaReal Madrid18 September 2026

Real Madrid's most attacking side in Europe is also the one missing the most big chances

Opta data paints a Real Madrid team that shoots more than almost anyone on the continent but converts very little of what it creates. With 25 big chances wasted, the Spanish giants top a statistic that clashes with their second place in shots on target. Poor finishing and a worrying drop-off in second halves explain why Mourinho's side fails to make its attacking volume count.

Javi

·6 min read

Zinedine Zidane during his first squad announcement as France head coach, with Real Madrid players Kylian Mbappé and Ibrahima Konaté in the list.

National teamsReal Madrid18 September 2026

Mbappé named captain as Zidane announces first France squad with three Real Madrid players

Zinedine Zidane has unveiled his first squad as France head coach, with Kylian Mbappé confirmed as captain. Real Madrid teammates Ibrahima Konaté and Eduardo Camavinga are also included in the list. France opens their Nations League campaign against Turkey in Izmit on September 25.

Javi

·5 min read

Eli Junior Kroupi celebrating a goal in a Bournemouth shirt and Jarrad Branthwaite clearing the ball for Everton, with Arsenal and Real Madrid crests shown alongside.

TransfersArsenal17 September 2026

Arsenal target Eli Junior Kroupi as Real Madrid weigh up Jarrad Branthwaite move

The transfer market is heating up across the Premier League and LaLiga. Arsenal have set their sights on Bournemouth's young forward Eli Junior Kroupi, while Real Madrid are considering a move for Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite. Chelsea are also monitoring Nico Williams closely.

varela·4 min read

Kylian Mbappé wearing the Real Madrid shirt during an official match, celebrating after scoring a goal.

Real MadridAwards17 September 2026

Mbappé hails Mourinho as a legendary coach and calls on the Bernabéu for unity

Kylian Mbappé opened up on Real Madrid's current situation during an interview held in the middle of his Ballon d'Or campaign. The French forward described José Mourinho as 'a legendary coach' and sent a direct message to the fans ahead of the derby against Atlético Madrid. He also discussed the team's ambitions and looked back at France's World Cup defeat to Spain.

Javi

·5 min read

Rafael Louzán signs the agreement for Istanbul to host the 2027 Spanish Super Cup

Copa del ReyReal Madrid17 September 2026

2027 Spanish Super Cup heading to Istanbul: February 2-6 with Real Madrid, Barcelona, Atlético and Real Sociedad

The Spanish Football Federation has signed the agreement that takes the 2027 Super Cup to Istanbul. Barcelona, Real Madrid, Real Sociedad and Atlético de Madrid will compete from February 2 to 6 in the first Turkish edition of the tournament. Three iconic Istanbul stadiums will host the matches.

InfoBlaugrana

·5 min read

Florentino Pérez during an official Real Madrid event. The club president will visit Ceuta with an institutional delegation.

Real Madrid17 September 2026

Florentino Pérez to visit Ceuta on Friday amid shirt message controversy

Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez will lead an institutional delegation to Ceuta on Friday to show the club's support for the city. He will be joined by Emilio Butragueño and honorary president José Martínez 'Pirri', who was born in Ceuta. The trip follows the controversy over the gestures made by Mbappé, Vinicius and Konaté before the match against Elche.

Matt

·4 min read

JJ Gabriel, 15-year-old Manchester United winger, celebrating a goal in the red shirt of the English club during a youth team match.

Manchester UnitedTransfers16 September 2026

Real Madrid monitoring JJ Gabriel as Manchester United prodigy pushes for exit

Real Madrid are keeping close tabs on JJ Gabriel, the 15-year-old left winger who has asked to leave Manchester United over a lack of first-team opportunities. The Spanish giants are not alone in tracking the English academy's brightest talent, with Barcelona, PSG, Bayern Munich, City and Chelsea all monitoring the 'Kid Messi'.

varela·6 min read

Panoramic view of the Santiago Bernabéu stadium during a football match, with the stands full of Real Madrid fans cheering.

Real Madrid16 September 2026

Real Madrid mobilizes the Bernabéu for the U-20 Intercontinental Cup final

Real Madrid wants to make history this Saturday at the Santiago Bernabéu. The club has launched a campaign to break the attendance record for an academy match, with the U-20 Intercontinental Cup final against Santiago Wanderers. Free entry for members, affordable pricing and the mobilization of La Fábrica are expected to draw more than 20,000 spectators.

InfoBlaugrana

·6 min read