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REAL MADRID’S 1-1 draw with Atletico Madrid at the Wanda Metropolitano was suspended after fans threw objects at keeper Thibaut Courtois.The match was halted as the Real Madrid shot-stopper prepared to take a goal kick in the 69th minute.The objects were thrown as Thibaut Courtois prepared to take a goal kickCredit: ITV4The referee suspended the match and informed both managersCredit: ITV4Koke pleaded with the Atletico Madrid fans to stop throwing objectsCredit: ITV4Atletico’s Jose Maria Gimenez also remonstrated with the fansCredit: ITV4Diego Simeone also urged the Atletico supporters to calm downCredit: ReutersOne of the items thrown was clearly a lighter as the referee was seen holding it in his hand.Another was a carrier bag containing an unknown object which Courtois got rid of from the pitch. The official ran over to managers Carlo Ancelotti and Diego Simeone to inform them of the situation.He appeared to ask Simeone and the Atletico players to help with calming the situation down.And after captain Koke had attempted to urge the fans to stop launching missiles onto the pitch, Simeone then came over to address the situation himself.The players went down the tunnel and returned after around 15 minutes.The score at time time of the stoppage was 1-0 to Real Madrid thanks to a second-half strike from Eder Militao.The goal came five minutes before the match was suspended.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe chaos occurred midway through the second halfCredit: ITV4A carrier bag containing something was one of the items thrownCredit: ITV4Simeone shook hands with Courtois as the players went to their dressing roomsCredit: ITV4When the game resumed, ex-Chelsea man Conor Gallagher was booked seconds later for a cynical foul on Fede Valverde.But the drama was not over there as Angel Correa equalised in stoppage time to salvage a dramatic point for Atletico.Top ten Instagram rich list of sportThe goal was initially ruled out but a VAR review overturned the decision as the stadium went wild.And just to add to the chaos, Marcos Llorente was shown a straight red card following another review for a horror tackle.Real Madrid came into the match knowing a win would close the gap to Barcelona to two points.Barcelona had won their opening seven LaLiga matches before suffering a 4-2 loss to Osasuna on Saturday.Real Madrid went to Atletico without Kylian Mbappe after he suffered a hamstring injury against Alaves on Tuesday. More

DEPORTIVO ALAVES star Abdel Abqar was substituted at half-time after asking Kylian Mbappe for his shirt.The underdogs went in at the break 2-0 down to Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu.Kylian Mbappe gave his shirt to an opposition player at the end of the first halfMbappe, 25, scored five minutes before half-time to take his Real tally to seven goals from nine appearances.As he walked off the pitch at the end of the first half, the Frenchman was asked by his shirt by Moroccan international Abqar.Madrid’s star summer arrival duly obliged, taking his shirt off on the spot and giving it to his opponent.Abqar, 25, got his wish – but did not emerge for the second half.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWith his gesture having been spotted by fans watching on at home, it was speculated that Abqar may have been hooked as a disciplinary measure.But after the game, Alaves coach Luis Garcia denied that this was the case.Asked about the incident, he said: “I don’t know what he did.”I wanted to change something because I wanted to work on something, a little tactical thing.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”I don’t know if he asked for the jersey, I have no idea.”He came out because I wanted to replace him and that’s it.”Shane Lowry visits Santiago Bernabeu to watch Kylian Mbappe and co for Real Madrid Abqar was replaced by Jon Guridi for the start of the second half.But the switch didn’t have an immediate positive effect, with Rodrygo making it 3-0 in the 48th minute.Alaves did eventually come back into the game, however, with goals by Carlos Benavidez and Kike Garcia giving Carlo Ancelotti’s men a late scare.The Italian boss had been forced to substitute Mbappe with 10 minutes remaining, after the Frenchman felt an issue in his thigh.Mbappe is set to be out for at least three weeks, and faces a battle to be fit in time for his first El Clasico on October 26.Mbappe, 25, was forced off with an injury late onCredit: AFP More

KYLIAN MBAPPE and Jude Bellingham left fans drooling as they linked up for an “insane, world-class combo” in Real Madrid’s 3-2 win over Alaves.Carlo Ancelotti’s men secured a narrow victory at the Bernabeu last night to go six points behind Barcelona — who still have a game in hand.Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe linked up for an amazing Real Madrid goalCredit: AlamyThe duo have already established a fine partnership as Real narrowly beat Alaves 3-2Credit: GettyLuca Vazquez and Rodygo were both on the score sheet as Alaves netted two late strikes to leave Real sweating in the final moments.But undoubtedly the star goal of the game occurred in the 40th minute when Mbappe slammed home his seven effort of the season.The Frenchman only arrived on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain this summer and already looks settled in his new home.But his effort was so good that it left Real fans gobsmacked as he linked up with star midfielder Bellingham.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCollecting the ball from deep, Mbappe whizzed past an opponent before cheekily flicking a pass to Bellingham.The England ace pivoted round to face goal as Mbappe broke through the defence with a darting run.And Bellingham found the striker with pinpoint accuracy in a lightning-quick move.Mbappe took the ball under control with ease before slashing sideways into Alaves’ box.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBut there would be no mercy for the visitors as he sliced a spicy shot past their goalie and into the side of the goal.It saw Los Blancos fans leap to their feet in amazement as they celebrated another Mbappe strike.’It’s not fair’ says Jude Bellingham as Real Madrid and England star admits fear for younger brother JobeAnd fans at home were as equally impressed.One said: “An insane, world-class combo.”Another declared: “Top quality.”One noted: “It’s looking good.”Another added: “Want to see more of these.”Bellingham and Mbappe’s link-up comes after Real chiefs put them on the same pay level.Mbappe arrived on a record £12.6million annual pay package, putting him well clear of Real’s other earners.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut Florentino Perez feared it could cause friction among his other top stars.So Bellingham and Vinicius Jr are now both earning the same annual £12.6m wage too — the highest any player in Real’s history has pocketed.Kylian Mbappe ‘snaps up £15m mansion in Beckham’s old neighbourhood’ next door to Real Madrid legend and Hollywood starBy Gerard CouzensKYLIAN MBAPPE has reportedly splashed out more than £15million on a mansion in Madrid.The French superstar, whose drawn-out transfer to Real Madrid has finally being confirmed, is said to have finalised the purchase late last month.Respected Spanish daily La Razon says the house he has bought is in the exclusive Madrid suburb of La Moraleja, where David Beckham spent most of his time living when he was in the Spanish capital.And it says his neighbours will include former Real Madrid legend Sergio Ramos and his stunning model wife Pilar Rubio as well as Hollywood star Richard Gere and his Spanish publicist wife Alejandra Silva.La Razon said Mbappe had considered the gated estate of La Finca where Jude Bellingham lives and Cristiano Ronaldo still owns property as an option.But it reported the 25-year-old, who threw an extravagant party for 250 guests at a stylish Italian restaurant a short walk from the Eiffel Tower, ended up opting for La Moraleja a 15-minute drive from Real Madrid’s Valdebebas training complex because it was “more comfortable.”Read more on Mbappe’s property hunt. More

FANS are up in arms after Real Madrid star Endrick escaped a red card after appearing to knee an opponent in the worst place possible.The wonderkid has made a big impact since arriving in the summer.Endrick escaped a red card after a coming together with an Alaves defenderCredit: https://x.com/patrifactorFans believe he should have been sent offCredit: https://x.com/patrifactorHe became the youngest Real Madrid player to score in the Champions League with a rocket on his debut against Stuttgart.Days later he won a controversial penalty in the last minute against Espanyol, falling in the corner of the box despite most of the contact being made before he entered the area.Now fans have been left stunned once again after Endrick avoided a red card as Real beat Alaves.Carlo Ancelotti’s side were cruising 3-0 at the time of the incident and on the attack.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLEndrick began to make a run into the box anticipating a cross and then had a coming together with Alaves defender Santiago Mourino.The Brazilian appeared to kick out his left leg to make contact with Mourino’s groin, and he was yellow-carded for the action.But fans believe he should have been sent off with one saying: “That should’ve been a straight red, not just a yellow.”Another added: “Clearly a violent act.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHow Kylian Mbappe’s incredible seven-year body transformation propelled skinny teen into world’s best playerBy Etienne FermieKYLIAN MBAPPE has entered his physical prime as he has FINALLY rubber-stamped his free transfer move to Real Madrid.The 25-year-old has grown from a boy to a man in Ligue 1, first with Monaco and then with current side Paris Saint-Germain.Mbappe debuted for Monaco as a skinny 16-year-old in 2015.He even featured as a scrawny youngster against Tottenham at the old White Hart Lane that year, before fans realised what an icon he would become.The following season, Mbappe really rose to superstardom as Monaco reached the Champions League semi-finals.In a throwback snap shared earlier this week, an 18-year-old Mbappe could be seen chatting to a reporter after grabbing a Champions League brace against Borussia Dortmund in April 2017.Read more on Mbappe’s incredible rise on and off the field.And a third wrote: “I watched it and was shocked, that’s a straight red.”Alaves manager Garcia Plaza fumed over the decision after the match, with his side pulling back two goals in a 3-2 defeat.’It’s not fair’ says Jude Bellingham as Real Madrid and England star admits fear for younger brother JobeHe said: “It’s a clear red, nobody can say it wasn’t. If the referee didn’t see it, that’s what the VAR is for. “Maybe they got more yellows than they should have, but for Endrick, it’s a red.”Real Madrid will reportedly speak to Endrick about his behaviour to avoid a repeat of the incident in the future. More