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Copa del rey

Despite overturning their La Liga season after the World Cup break, a Madrid derby defeat eliminated Atletico from Copa del Rey as Simeone admits his future at the club depends on their current season.

SportMob10 days ago

Ancelotti rubbishes Marin's claims about referees favoring Real Madrid

Thanks to extra-time goals from Benzema and Vinicius, Real Madrid won their Thursday Copa del Rey game against Atletico as the Rojiblancos saw Savic in the 99th minute before the result overturn. Atletico's CEO claimed referees favor Real Madrid after the game.

SportMob10 days ago

Ancelotti praise Vinicius Junior after ‘regrettable’ effigy incident

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti praised Vinicius Junior's performance against Atletico Madrid after he suffered abuse prior to the game.

SportMob12 days ago

"I am going to give everything I have until I leave", says Simeone after Copa del Rey exit

Atletico Madrid Manager Diego Simeone says he is happy at this club and will give everything until the last day.

SportMob12 days ago

Brazil and Real Madrid condemn Vinicius' racial abuse by Atletico fans

Ahead of Thursday's Copa del Rey derby, Atletico fans hung a mannequin of Vinicius Jr along a banner reading "Madrid hates Real". While Atletico instantly condemned their fans' gesture, Real Madrid and Confederacao Brasileira de Futebol have joined them.

SportMob12 days ago

Atletico Madrid, LaLiga condemn 'repugnant' abuse after Vinicuis doll hung from bridge

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has once again been a target of abuse by Atletico Madrid fans ahead of Thursday's derby.

SportMob12 days ago

Xavi hails ‘lethal’ Dembele’ as having ‘matured’ and being amongst the best in the world

Dembele scored Barcelona’s only goal in their Copa del Rey clash against Real Sociedad.

SportMob13 days ago

Simeone warns against “highlighting only Vinicius” in the Madrid derby

Real Madrid and Atletico will face each other in the Copa del Rey quarter-final, with the Argentine coach warning the Rojiblancos against using all their focus on Madrid's Brazilian talisman.

SportMob13 days ago

Ancelotti insists Modric and Kroos understand Madrid's midfield revamp

Ancelotti has opted to hand young midfielders more game-time this season as Real Madrid veterans, Kroos and Modric found themselves on the bench more often this time. However, the Italian coach believes the duo understands Los Blancos' urge for a rotation in midfield.

SportMob13 days ago

Xavi: “There is no bad blood between Barca and referee Manzano”

Manzano, who showed Lewandowski a red card in Barca's La Liga clash with Osasuna in November, will once again stand as an official in the Blaugrana's Copa del Rey quarter-final with Real Sociedad.

SportMob14 days ago

Tchouameni apologizes for skipping Madrid's cup game for an NBA trip

The French midfielder opted to go to Paris for an NBA game instead of Madrid's Copa del Rey clash with Villarreal. His action came under scrutiny from supporters as he issues an official apology.

SportMob18 days ago

Xavi: It is better if we strengthen ourselves in January

Barcelona manager Xavi says he would like to bring in a replacement for Memphis Depay during this month’s transfer window.

SportMob19 days ago

"At half-time, I told my players to wake up", says Ancelotti after Copa del Rey comeback

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti says he asked his players to "wake up" when they went into half-time 2-0 down against Villarreal.

SportMob19 days ago

Ceuta's boss accuses Xavi of disrespect after Copa del Rey draw

After overcoming Intercity in Copa del Rey, the Blaugrana was drawn to play Primera División side Ceuta in the next round as Xavi called Barca lucky to get a favorable tie. The Ceuta boss accuses Xavi of disrespect.

Cadena SER1 month ago

Xavi admits Barca ‘can’t leave happy’ after their performance against Intercity

Despite Barcelona reaching the last-16 stage of the Copa del Rey, they had to fight tooth and nail with third-tier Intercity for it, which has left Xavi disappointed.

SportMob1 month ago

Simeone doesn't have an issue with a change up in Atletico’s squad as January transfer window rolls on

The Argentine tactician is ready for any change in Atletico’s squad after January transfer window.

SportMob1 month ago

"It's not football, it's another sport", Ancelotti slams pitch after Copa del Rey victory

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti criticised the state of Cacereno's pitch after a 1-0 victory in Copa del Rey on Tuesday.

SportMob1 month ago

Ruling out January transfers, Xavi tips Depay to make a difference

The Dutch striker failed to make an impact since his arrival as he just made three appearances this term. With the striker linked with a return to Manchester United, Xavi expects him to stay and "make a difference".

SportMob1 month ago