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The curious case of Gareth Bale – From Welsh icon to Madrid liability
From being the world’s costliest player in 2013 to being a liability for Real Madrid, Aniket Kar takes a look at the winger’s journey from Cardiff all the way to Madrid.
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Major restoration needed at the Bernabeu for Real Madrid
With the chance of silverware resting again on the Champions League, Paul Little predicts major restoration needed at the Bernabeu for Real Madrid.
Are Real Madrid back from the dead?
With victory over city rivals in El Derbi Madrileño, Darryl Geraghty ponders if Real Madrid are finally turning things around.
Philippe Coutinho and Isco – Failing to impress and frozen out
Richard Pike compares the situations of Philippe Coutinho and Isco, two playmakers who are battling for first team football at their respective clubs.
How Valverde marshals his forces may be key to Barcelona’s Champions League ambitions
Paul Little talks to Marca’s Joseph Sexton about Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde and the club’s Champions League ambitions.
Atletico Madrid may rue missed opportunities in La Liga title hunt
Paul Little focuses on La Liga this week following the clash between Atletico Madrid and Barcelona, with both sides having to settle for a point.
Spanish football elite facing up to new realities
The Spanish footballing elite facing up to new realities – are there troubled times ahead for La Liga’s giants as we head into a new era, writes Mark Sochon.
Mitigating circumstances unlikely to shield Lopetegui from Real Madrid shortcomings
Paul Little looks at Julen Lopetegui troubled start to his reign as Real Madrid manager and how background issues are at least partially to blame.
UEFA Champions League 18/19 – five of the favourites
Robert Barter takes a look at five of the teams that should challenge for the UEFA Champions League this season.
Real Madrid and life after Cristiano Ronaldo
With Cristiano Ronaldo no longer a factor, Real Madrid have turned to other options as they look to return to the top of La Liga.