Tag: Real Madrid
Xabi Alonso stays at Sociedad, ending talk of Gladbach move
MADRID — Former Spain midfielder Xabi Alonso has signed a contract extension as coach of Real Sociedad’s reserve team, putting an end to speculation...
Spain held by Greece; Ibrahimovic returns with Sweden
MADRID — Spain was held to a 1-1 draw by Greece in its opening World Cup qualifier on Thursday.
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Bale plans on returning to Real Madrid after Tottenham loan
CARDIFF, Wales — Gareth Bale plans to end his Tottenham stay at the end of the season and return to Real Madrid.
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Media: Xabi Alonso to take over at Borussia Mönchengladbach
MÖNCHENGLADBACH, Germany — German media reports say former Spain midfielder Xabi Alonso will take over as coach at Borussia Mönchengladbach next season.
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Suárez scores and Oblak saves penalty to secure Atlético win
MADRID — Luis Suárez scored early in the second half and Jan Oblak saved a late penalty as leader Atlético Madrid avoided another setback...
Madrid up to 2nd with Benzema brace in 3-1 win at Celta
BARCELONA, Spain — Karim Benzema netted twice to extend his scoring streak as Real Madrid moved second in the Spanish league with a 3-1...
Sevilla tops Elche to strengthen hold on 4th place in Spain
MADRID — Youssef En-Nesyri and Franco Vázquez scored a goal in each half as Sevilla defeated Elche 2-0 on Wednesday to strengthen its grip...
Barcelona gains momentum in Spain while Atlético slumps
MADRID — How quickly things changed for the top two clubs fighting for the Spanish league title.
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Champions League final rematches come to quarterfinals
NYON, Switzerland — The Champions League quarterfinals will feature rematches from two of the past three finals.
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Belgium coach: Hazard to avoid surgery, hopeful for Euros
BRUSSELS — Playmaker Eden Hazard won't undergo further surgery on his damaged right ankle, raising hopes in the Belgium squad that the Real Madrid...