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🚨 OFFICIAL: Ryan Gravenberch has signed new long term deal at Liverpool valid until June 2032. pic.twitter.com/oMXMulZFfA
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 7, 2026
🚨 NEW: Jude Bellingham is set to make his return at the Etihad against Man City!
He was supposed to be out until the end of March, but he recovered well from his injury and he's set to be back against Man City. @diarioas pic.twitter.com/x2OdTPh776
— Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) March 7, 2026
The football world was rocked today by news of Edu Gaspar’s dismissal from his position as global director of football for Nottingham Forest. The surprising development was announced via a social media post:
🚨 BREAKING! 😳
Edu Gaspar has been dismissed from his role as global director of football for Nottingham Forest. 🌳
ℹ️ @MatteMoretto pic.twitter.com/GMSBO8Hd1F
— Polymarket FC (@PolymarketFC) March 7, 2026
Further details surrounding Gaspar’s departure have yet to be released.
Lammens secures United’s Champions League hopes.
📸 Max Dowman starts at Mansfield Town, becoming the youngest player for Arsenal in Emirates FA Cup history, breaking a record set by Marli Salmon in the previous round.
Salmon also gets his first senior start. pic.twitter.com/5NcNXaX5Jp
— HF World (@hfworld_) March 7, 2026
Despite Real Madrid’s victory over Celta Vigo, the Spanish press has launched a scathing attack on Trent Alexander-Arnold, blaming his defensive frailties for the opposition’s goal and questioning his fit at the club.
Trent Alexander-Arnold faced a barrage of criticism from Spanish outlets following Real Madrid’s narrow win in Vigo.
Despite contributing to the buildup of the opening goal, his defensive positioning was slammed after Williot Swedberg outmaneuvered him to assist Celta’s equalizer.
Mundo Deportivo labeled the former Liverpool star a “complete flop,” while Cadena SER commentator Antonio Romero described his performance at right-back as a “disaster.”
The harsh assessments even targeted former manager Jurgen Klopp, with Marca suggesting the German failed to teach the defender basic discipline.
Some outlets awarded him a measly three out of ten rating, noting he appears “sluggish” and lacking motivation.
With a massive Champions League clash against Manchester City looming on Wednesday, concerns are mounting over whether the Englishman can handle elite-level defensive pressure.
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Legendary manager Vicente del Bosque has publicly backed Raul Gonzalez to take over the coaching duties at Real Madrid as Alvaro Arbeloa struggles to navigate the club’s current mid-season crisis.
Legendary coach Vicente del Bosque has endorsed club icon Raul Gonzalez to lead Real Madrid’s first team.
Speaking to El Larguero, del Bosque praised Raul’s coaching potential, stating, “For me, he is a coach that could be a candidate to train Real Madrid, of course.”
He further noted Raul is one of his “weaknesses” and expressed high confidence in his future career.
The endorsement comes as current manager Alvaro Arbeloa struggles to stabilize the club following Xabi Alonso’s January exit.
Arbeloa has faced criticism from former teammates, including Ivan Helguera, as the team remains in crisis.
Having spent six years developing talent at Castilla and winning the UEFA Youth League, Raul is increasingly viewed as the prime candidate to take the reins at the Bernabéu.
UEFA has fined Real Madrid €15,000 and issued a suspended partial stadium closure after a supporter was filmed performing a Nazi salute during a Champions League fixture against Benfica.
UEFA’s disciplinary board fined Real Madrid 15,000 euros ($17,000) on Friday following a discriminatory incident during their February 25 play-off victory over Benfica.
A supporter was captured on camera performing a Nazi salute, leading to the club being punished “for the racist and/or discriminatory behaviour of its supporters.”
Real Madrid swiftly ejected the individual identified in the footage before the match began.
The sanction includes a suspended partial stadium closure of 500 seats, effective for a one-year probationary period.
This ruling comes amid heightened scrutiny of fan conduct in European competitions.
While Madrid prepares for a Round of 16 clash against Manchester City, UEFA maintains a firm stance on racism, emphasizing that responsibility for maintaining order in the stands lies directly with the clubs.
Portugal international Vitinha has definitively ended speculation regarding a summer move to Real Madrid, citing his happiness at Paris Saint-Germain and a desire for career stability over higher wages.
Paris Saint-Germain star Vitinha has dismissed rumors linking him with a blockbuster move to Real Madrid.
The midfielder, who recently finished third in the Ballon d’Or rankings, emphasized his loyalty to the French champions and head coach Luis Enrique.
Addressing the speculation, Vitinha stated, “It would be foolish to leave. I don’t think it would be the best thing for me at the moment.”
The 26-year-old also brushed off potential interest from the Saudi Pro League, prioritizing his legacy in Europe over financial gain.
Under contract until 2029, he expressed contentment with his life in Paris, adding, “I already earn very well here in Europe, at a big club.
Doubling or tripling that salary wouldn’t make me any happier.” He is now widely tipped as a future PSG captain.
Ronaldo’s hamstring injury, month recovery.
🚨🇲🇦 Despite reports, nothing signed or official yet between Andrés Iniesta and Morocco to become the new technical director.
Talks are taking place, Moroccan Federation want Iniesta as director but not a done deal yet.
Decision up to Andrés. 🇪🇸 pic.twitter.com/4R9T7GOQ8Z
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 6, 2026