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Madrid game at Benfica halted for several minutes as Vinícius says opponent racially insulted him

The match between Real Madrid and Benfica in the Champions League has been halted for several minutes after Vinícius Júnior accused an opponent of racially insulting him

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Real Madrid player ratings vs Benfica: Vinicius Jr has the last laugh! Sublime goal seals Champions League play-off advantage in game marred by alleged racism

Vinicius Jr scored the only goal of an otherwise controversial fixture as Real Madrid beat Benfica 1-0 in the first leg of their Champions L...

2 DAYS AGO • goal

Real Madrid player ratings vs Benfica: Vinicius Jr has the last laugh! Sublime goal seals Champions League play-off advantage in game marred by alleged racism

All-around output in victory Valverde registered one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Tuesday's 1-0 victory versus Benfica.

Impact Valverde had a balanced stat line, yet he didn't take any shot and basically served as a ball distributor on the right wing throughout the first leg against Benfica. With full-back Trent Alexander-Arnold back in action, Valverde has returned to a midfield role in the last pair of games, scoring a goal in the previous league contest versus Real Sociedad. He has also created at least one scoring chance in 14 of his last 15 games regardless of position.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Trent Alexander-Arnold still has still got it! Real Madrid star provides assist on return from injury as Los Blancos go top of La Liga

Trent Alexander-Arnold marked his return from a lengthy injury absence by registering an assist as Real Madrid beat Real Sociedad 4-1 to cli...

5 DAYS AGO • goal

Trent Alexander-Arnold still has still got it! Real Madrid star provides assist on return from injury as Los Blancos go top of La Liga

Scores in Saturday's victory Valverde scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 victory versus Real Sociedad.

Impact Valverde found the back of the net in the 31st minute Saturday off an Alvaro Carreras assist, a strike which fired Los Blancos into a 3-1 lead. It marked Valverde's first goal in La Liga this season, breaking a nearly 10-month long spell without a goal. It was the only shot he took in the match, and he also recorded one chance created and four interceptions before he was subbed off in the 73rd minute for Brahim Diaz.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid Win As Vinicius Jr., Kylian Mbappe Score; Jude Bellingham Injured

A late, if rather fortuitous, Kylian Mbappe penalty bailed out Real Madrid as they edged Rayo Vallecano, 2-1, on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 2 • FOX SPORTS

Real Madrid Win As Vinicius Jr., Kylian Mbappe Score; Jude Bellingham Injured

Mbappé's last-gasp penalty lifts Real Madrid to 2-1 win over Rayo Vallecano in Spanish league

Kylian Mbappé has converted a penalty kick deep into second-half stoppage time as Real Madrid salvaged a 2-1 win over Rayo Vallecano to get back within a point of Spanish league le...

FEBRUARY 1 • Associated Press

Kylian Mbappe Can't Save Real Madrid From Going to Champions League Playoffs

Real Madrid had no answers for Benfica and will now head to the playoff to secure a place in the Champions League last-16.

JANUARY 29 • FOX SPORTS

Kylian Mbappe Can't Save Real Madrid From Going to Champions League Playoffs

Assists twice in victory Valverde assisted twice to go with one shot (zero on goal) and three chances created in Tuesday's 6-1 victory against Monaco.

Impact Valverde provided a smart layoff to Kylian Mbappe inside the box before later delivering an excellent through ball for Jude Bellingham to finish. He has continued to produce consistent performances from right back this season, now registering eight assists across 25 appearances in La Liga and the Champions League. In the Champions League, he has created 10 chances and completed 19 accurate long balls, further highlighting his attacking influence after shifting into a more advanced fullback role following most of his career in midfield. Valverde will look to continue his strong form in the next Champions League fixture against Benfica, who sit near the bottom of the table.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid Player Ratings: Vinicius, Mbappe Silence Boo Birds In 6-1 Win vs. Monaco

Vinicius Jr was back to his brilliant best and Kylian Mbappe bagged a brace as Real Madrid battered Monaco, 6-1, on Tuesday.

JANUARY 20 • FOX SPORTS

Real Madrid Player Ratings: Vinicius, Mbappe Silence Boo Birds In 6-1 Win vs. Monaco

Mbappé defends Vinícius after boos by Real Madrid fans in Spanish league match

Kylian Mbappé has criticized Real Madrid fans for singling out Vinícius Júnior and booing the star forward in the team’s Spanish league match on Saturday

JANUARY 19 • Associated Press

Alvaro Arbeloa fumes at Real Madrid fans for chanting against club president Florentino Perez as star players also jeered

Alvaro Arbeloa has hit out at Real Madrid fans for chanting against club president Florentino Perez in the team's 2-0 home win over Levante....

JANUARY 18 • goal

Alvaro Arbeloa fumes at Real Madrid fans for chanting against club president Florentino Perez as star players also jeered

Real Madrid player ratings vs Levante: Kylian Mbappe bails out Blancos once more as Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Jr put in performances deserving of Bernabeu boos

Real Madrid turned an unconvincing first half into a clinical second, with Kylian Mbappe leading the charge as they saw off Levante, 2-0. Lo...

JANUARY 17 • goal

Real Madrid player ratings vs Levante: Kylian Mbappe bails out Blancos once more as Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Jr put in performances deserving of Bernabeu boos

Arbeloa already under immense pressure after nightmare debut at Real Madrid

Álvaro Arbeloa is one game into the job and already under immense pressure after Real Madrid lost to second-tier Albacete 3-2 in the Copa del Rey this week

JANUARY 15 • Associated Press

Real Madrid vs. Albacete Player Ratings: Asencio, Carvajal Falter In Historic Cup Upset

GOAL rates Real Madrid's players from the Estadio Carlos Belmonte.

JANUARY 15 • FOX SPORTS

Real Madrid vs. Albacete Player Ratings: Asencio, Carvajal Falter In Historic Cup Upset

Jurgen Klopp to Real Madrid? Ex-Liverpool Manager Would Consider Leaving Red Bull

Former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp would reportedly "seriously consider" replacing Xabi Alonso at Real Madrid.

JANUARY 13 • FOX SPORTS

Jurgen Klopp to Real Madrid? Ex-Liverpool Manager Would Consider Leaving Red Bull

Super Cup Drama! Vinicius Clashes with Simeone; Real Madrid to Play Barcelona

Real Madrid superstar Vinícius Jr. had a heated moment with Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone in the Spanish Supercup semifinal.

JANUARY 8 • FOX SPORTS

Super Cup Drama! Vinicius Clashes with Simeone; Real Madrid to Play Barcelona

Real Madrid beats Atletico 2-1 to set up clasico final at the Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia

Federico Valverde and Rodrygo have scored to help Real Madrid beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 in the Spanish Super Cup semifinals played in Saudi Arabia

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

Provides two assists in win Valverde assisted twice to go with three shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 5-1 victory versus Betis.

Impact Valverde got the nod at right-back following his recovery from a foot injury and ended up posting one of his best performances of the season, delivering a pair of great balls that set up Gonzalo Garcia and Fran Garcia in the 50th minute and stoppage time, respectively. The versatile player shook off a streak of nine games without a goal contribution and raised his total to six assists in 23 matches. He's likely to remain active in the back for now line given that Trent Alexander-Arnold (quadriceps) is still out.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid player ratings vs Real Betis: No Kylian Mbappe, no problem! Hat-trick hero Gonzalo Garcia shows what he can do as Blancos kick-off 2026 in style

Gonzalo Garcia scored a hat-trick as Real Madrid turned in their most comprehensive showing in months to beat a sluggish Real Betis 5-1 on S...

JANUARY 4 • goal

Real Madrid player ratings vs Real Betis: No Kylian Mbappe, no problem! Hat-trick hero Gonzalo Garcia shows what he can do as Blancos kick-off 2026 in style

Fit to start Valverde (foot) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Betis.

Impact Valverde was pictured in training this week, and that has led to his eventual return, with the midfielder starting immediately after the injury. He sees the start at right-back, a familiar position outside of his typical midfield role. The Uruguayan should remain a starter between the two roles this season, although he is looking for a bit more success than he saw in the first half of the campaign.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Uruguay World Cup 2026 Preview: Best Players, Roster, History

Here's what you need to know about Uruguay's national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

JANUARY 2 • FOX SPORTS

Uruguay World Cup 2026 Preview: Best Players, Roster, History

Pictured in training Valverde (foot) was present and worked with the ball during the team's practice ahead of the upcoming clash against Betis.

Impact Valverde is most likely ready to return after missing the previous game due to a foot contusion. The versatile man is currently expected to start at right-back, in which case Raul Asencio will move to a bench spot. However, Valverde's attacking upside may be limited from that position, as he's averaging 1.7 shots and 1.3 chances created per contest this season when operating as a full-back.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Valverde (foot) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Sevilla, the club posted.

Impact Valverde is dealing with a foot contusion and won't be available for Saturday's clash against Sevilla. The versatile midfielder has been restricted in training this week and ultimately misses the game as he couldn't be deemed fit after the final training session. This is a big blow for the Merengues since he is an undisputed starter when fit and is absence is forcing a change in the starting XI, with Raul Asencio likely starting at right-back to replace him.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid player ratings vs Man City: All over for Xabi Alonso? Kylian Mbappe-less Blancos left to rue Antonio Rudiger error as Champions League loss leaves manager on the brink

Real Madrid turned in a solid performance but made some key defensive mistakes to suffer a 2-1 home loss to Manchester City in a Champions L...

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • goal

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