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LATE CHANGE FOR EL CLASICO REF

The El Clasicobetween Real Madrid and Barcelona is undoubtedly the biggest gameon the European scene this weekend as the two teams target a big win in the race to win the Spanish La Liga this season. Ahead of the game at the Estadio Alfredo Di Stefano on Saturday evening, there has been a late change to the centre referee for the game.

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MateuLahozwas appointed as the centre referee for the game by the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) but he would no longer take charge after he suffered an injury. In his place, Gil Manzano will take charge of the all-important game. MateuLahoz and Gil Manzano are experienced referees who have handled the El Clasico on several occasions.

MADRID WINNING STREAK ENDED AT SOCIEDAD

Spanish champions Real Madrid failed to close the gap on league leaders and city rivals Atletico Madrid after they managed to earn a late point at the home of Real Sociedad. Real Madrid were unable to secure the win that would keep their run going. Ahead of the league trip to Real Sociedad, Real Madrid had won their last five games in all competitions including the 1-0 away win over Italian Serie A club Atalanta in the first leg of their last 16 clash in the Champions League. Real Madrid left-back Ferland Mendy was the matchwinner for the Spaniards on that occasion. His second half strike was enough to give Real Madrid an advantage over 10-man Atalanta ahead of their home leg at the round of 16 stage of the Champions League. Real Madrid were on a four-match winning run in the league before the Real Sociedad game. and that saw them close the gap on Atletico Madrid to three points having played a game more but they were not able to maintain that winning form at Real Sociedad as the two teams played out a 1-1 draw.

What Is Happening To Madrid Star Eden Hazard?

When Real Madrid completed the transfer that saw former Chelsea attacking midfielder Eden Hazard leave Stamford Bridge in favor of a move to the Santiago Bernabeu, the football world thought the Spanish giants had finally signed a replacement for their legend Cristiano Ronaldo – or at least, something close.

Truthfully, Hazard was a great player while he was still donning the Blues jersey, and at his peak, he was a nightmare to Premier League defenders who suffered from his technical wizardry, footballing excellence, and his overall work-rate. Hazard was tearing the Premier League apart with his tireless efforts and skillful brilliance that earned him a Status as a Blues legend. Chelsea fans were utterly bitter to see their god make the decision to leave a place he called home since signing from French Ligue 1 side Lille, but ended up bidding him Farewell and wished him the best of luck for the future.

REAL MADRID’S PREPARATION FOR OSASUNA CLASH MARRED BY HEAVY SNOWFALL

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane put his players through their paces as they prepared for their La Liga encounter with Osasuna away at the El Sadar stadium on Saturday. The players had to resort to training in the third field at Valdebebas instead of making use of the first or second field which were the usual options. Thus was as a result of the gravity of the snowfall that occurred at their preparation ground.

Both Rodrygo and Dani Carvajal were missing from the training session as both players are still having gym sessions and continue to prepare for their returns from the injuries that have put their seasons on hold. Even if he was not injured, right-back Carvajal would have still missed the game anyway as he is currently on suspension.

MADRID TARGET TRIO FOR NEXT SUMMER

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has targeted three young players according to one of the major Spanish newspapers as the club prepares for what could be a busy summer next year. Media outlet AS is one of the biggest newspapers in Spain and a report from that platform revealed that Perez and Real Madrid want to sign the trio of Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe and Eduardo Camavinga next summer. It was revealed thatFlorentino Perez is looking at ways to pull off the signing of the three world class players.

Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland has painted Germany with goals since moving to the club in January and Real Madrid are one of several clubs’ keen on signing him. The young Norwegian international has a release clause that can’t be activated until 2022 though that might not stop Real Madrid from signing him next summer if they are ready to meet the asking price from Borussia Dortmund.

James Rodriguez speaks after joining Everton from Real Madrid

Colombia international James Rodriguez believes he can play at the top level for many years to come after making the switch to the Premier League with Everton. The 29-year-old endured a frustration final season with Real Madrid where he was restricted to only 14 appearances across all competitions.

He has now made the switch to the Toffees on an initial two-year contract and is hopeful that he can make an impact with the Merseyside outfit, who have high ambitions for the future, he told:“I still think I am young and have many years left in me of playing good football and that’s why I am here, to do it at this great club. This is what I want. I hope I can be at a top level. I look around me and I see winners on the field and in the backroom staff. It’s a club where I see serious people inside, who want to win, and this is a strong point for all those that the club want [to sign]. I am full of positives.”

Zidane hopes that Real Madrid stays united

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has assured that the club stands united brushing off questions regarding Gareth Bale’s future at Real Madrid. The Welshman has only played 100 minutes for the club since the return of the league after the three months-long period of lockdown. Even though he has not been spending time in the pitch he has been constantly in the headlines of the news. Last summer he has intended on leaving the club for the Chinese establishment Jiangsu Suning and with the arrival of Zidane on his second spell at the club, it seems like things are not good between these two.

Since the last week, the player has captured the lens of the camera even though he is in the stands. In the match against Deportivo Alaves which the club won for 2–0 he was in the stands wearing a face mask over his eyes and later turning and laughing with his teammates. In the match against Granada on Monday, he was seen watching the match with a pair of binoculars.

Mendieta praises James Rodriguez despite average performances

Gaizka Mendieta says that James Rodriguez is a real player with the advantages but he hasn’t used this well after his arrival at the club. He attracted the attention of many clubs with his performance in the 2014 World Cup which was held in Brazil. In the world cup, they qualified for the quarter-finals and he had played a major role in it. He was later transferred to Real Madrid for £71 million from Monaco as signed a six-year contract with the club.

Since his arrival at the club, he has scored 38 goals with 124 appearances for the club. He alongside the club won a La Liga title and a couple of European Cups. But under Zinedine Zidane, he has been unable to make the regular team and with the current competition,it is hard for him to make it up to the team.

Real Madrid keen on Facundo Pellistri frm Penarol

Real Madrid are looking forward to signing the Uruguayan forward Facundo Pellistri from the club Penarol. They have previously signed Federico Valverde who is now has become one of the best midfielders of Real. They signed him for £5 million five years back and he now is playing for the first team of the club by contributing a lot.

Juni Calafat is Madrid’s chief scout who bought Valverde, ViniciusJunior and Rodrygo to the club. Now, he has been keeping Pellistri on the radar. Apart from Real Madrid, other clubs from Europe like Wolves, Napoli and Atletico Madrid have shown interest.

Matthew Upson heaps praise on Real Madrid loanee playing for Arsenal

Former Premier League defender Mathew Upson has been impressed with the displays from Daniel Ceballos under the guidance of Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta. The Spain international was initially out-of-favour when Arteta took charge of the Gunners in December but over the past few weeks, he has been able to command a regular starting role.

Most recently, the midfielder started for the Gunners against West Ham United in the Premier League and he put up a good defensive display with five tackles, six interceptions and 14 recoveries. As a result, he was lauded by both the manager and the fans following the 1-0 win, and Upson has likewise been impressed with the performance of the Real Madrid loanee.

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