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      Jude Bellingham walks out of Real Madrid training sparking injury fears ahead of Granada clash

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM has sparked injury fears after he was seen walking out of Real Madrid training.The midfielder was due to play against Granada on Saturday as Real Madrid hope to maintain their spot at the top of LaLiga.
      Jude Bellingham walked out of Real Madrid’s trainingCredit: EPA
      The midfielder has sparked fears over a potential injuryCredit: EPA
      Carlo Ancelotti has said that Bellingham is ‘tired’Credit: EPA
      A video online has emerged of Los Blancos in training which shows Bellingham walking off the pitch.
      The England international can be seen pacing away from the main group of players by himself.
      Manager Carlo Ancelotti has calmed fears over Bellingham’s injury and has insisted that the midfielder is “just tired”.
      “Jude Bellingham is not injured. He will play tomorrow.
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      “He’s just tired and has a discomfort in his ankle but he will play tomorrow.”
      The 20-year-old has only recently returned from an injury that kept him out of England’s matches against Malta and North Macedonia.
      Bellingham has been vital for Real since arriving from Borussia Dortmund in the summer.
      He cost the LaLiga giants £115milion and has proved to be a solid investment.
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      He has already scored 15 goals for the club in just 16 appearances in the Champions League and LaLiga.
      His record so far has seen him smash Cristiano Ronaldo’s record of netting 13 goals in his first 15 appearances for the Spanish outfit.
      As well as his goals he has also provided four assists.
      His performances over the last year saw him win the Golden Boy award, he is only the third Englishman to do so. More

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      Our dad is a World Cup winner and Champions League icon – now all four of us are making our own way in football

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      ZINEDINE ZIDANE is one of the most iconic names in football.With a World Cup and a Ballon d’Or among his biggest accolades, the Frenchman is considered one of the best players of all time.
      Zinedine Zidane’s four sons are all professional footballersCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Zidane is a World Cup and Ballon d’Or winnerCredit: AP
      And now his four kids are looking to follow in his footsteps.
      Luca, Elyaz, Theo and Enzo all play football at a professional level in Spain.
      And although they share the same iconic surname, they are all seeking success in their own right.
      Discussing the impact of his dad’s reputation on his own career during an interview with Relevo earlier this year, Luca explained: “In the world of football I want them to see me as Luca.
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      “Let them judge the matches I’ve played so far. They don’t think more than that and don’t compare me.
      “There are people who talk about me and don’t know me. It hurts. They say what they think and many times it’s prejudiced. They don’t know who I am.
      “It’s difficult to hear things from people who have seen you play one or two games and don’t really know the person or the footballer you are.”
      The 25-year-old is currently playing as a goalkeeper for Eibar in the second division of Spanish football.
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      Luca Zidane plays for EibarCredit: Getty
      Enzo Zidane scored on his only senior appearance for Real MadridCredit: Getty – Contributor
      He moved to the Basque club last summer following a two-year spell with Rayo Vallecano.
      But he made his professional debut with Real Madrid in 2018 – at the time his dad was manager.
      His first – and only – appearance for Los Blancos came in a 2-2 draw with Villarreal.
      Zidane also handed a Real Madrid debut to his eldest son, Enzo.
      The 27-year-old joined the club’s academy in 2014 and earned promotion to the first team two years later.
      His first – and only – appearance for the La Liga giants came in a 6-1 win over Cultural Leonesa in the Copa del Rey.
      Enzo also scored during his 45-minute cameo.
      The midfielder left the club to join Alaves in 2017, but spent just six months at the Mendizorrotza Stadium before leaving for Swiss side FC Lausanne-Sport.
      He went on to play for Aves, Almeria and Rodez.
      Enzo is now with CF Fuenlabrada in the third tier of Spanish football.
      Theo joined Real Madrid’s academy in 2010 and still plays for the club.
      The 21-year-old midfielder currently stars for the B team and is yet to make his senior debut.
      He has also appeared for France’s Under-20’s, Under-17’s and Under-16’s.

      Zidane’s youngest son, Elyaz, also plays for Los Blancos.
      The 17-year-old defender established himself as a promising young player during his time with CD Canillas – a feeder team for Real Madrid.
      Theo Zidane has played for France at youth levelCredit: Sportsfile
      Elyaz Zidane also plays for France at youth levelCredit: Getty More

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      Why Real Madrid wear white and have a crown on their crest – and how the decision had a huge impact on Leeds United

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      REAL MADRID’s famous white kits originate from an unsuspecting source.The LaLiga giants have played in their iconic white kits since being founded in 1902.
      Real Madrid’s kits are based on Corinthian FCCredit: Getty
      Real are famous for their all white kitsCredit: Getty
      Incredibly, the inspiration behind their shirts came from an amateur side based in London.
      Corinthian FC was a well-renowned club in England in the early 1900s with a reputation for playing a thrilling style of play.
      One of the amateur side’s most famous results was an 11-3 win over Manchester United, which is still the Red Devil’s biggest defeat to date.
      Two of Real’s founders visited the club in 1902 while they played a game at The Oval.
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      They were impressed by the club and decided to take the white of Corinthian FC’s shirts and make it into their own kit, adding matching white shorts and socks.
      The club’s colours has gone on to inspire its nickname “Los Blancos” which is Spanish for ‘The Whites’.
      Leeds United chose to base their kits on Real’s in the 1960s, inadvertently copying Corinthian FC.
      Before that, the club would sometimes play in blue and yellow.
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      There is also history to Real’s name which translates to “Royal Madrid”.
      The name was given to the club after King Alfonso XIII granted them royal patronage in 1920.
      Before then, the club was simply known as Madrid Football Club.
      During the 1920s, Real experimented with different colours however it proved to only be temporary.
      Former club president Pedro Parages declared that the club would revert to the all-white kits as he believed that any deviation would be unlucky.
      Due to the naming of the club, a crown was added to its crest.
      However the crown vanished from the badge in 1931 when Spain became a republic.
      This change saw the stripe of Castile added, while the crown returned to the badge in 1941.
      There have been plenty of editions of Real’s kits over the years, with this season’s being a fan favourite. More

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      Jude Bellingham joins VERY elite list of players to score 10 Champions League goals before 21 as Real Madrid beat Napoli

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM has become the fourth player to reach 10 Champions League goals before the age of 21.The Real Madrid superstar, 20, scored for the LaLiga giants yet again on Wednesday evening in his side’s 4-2 win over Napoli.
      Jude Bellingham headed home Real Madrid’s second goal against NapoliCredit: AFP
      The England man bagged his 10th Champions League goal on Wednesday eveningCredit: AFP
      Bellingham is one of just four players to reach the landmark before the age of 21Credit: Getty
      He superbly headed home a David Alaba cross to put Los Blancos 2-1 ahead after they had gone behind early on.
      It means he has now scored 15 goals in 16 games in all competitions since arriving in Spain.
      That includes four in four in the Champions League.
      Those strikes add to the six times he found the back of the net for Borussia Dortmund in Europe’s elite competition.
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      It takes his Champions League goal tally to 10 in 27 matches.
      And it also means he is only the fourth player to reach the milestone before his 21st birthday – which is not until June 29 next year.
      The only others to have achieved the feat are Karim Benzema, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland.
      It is just the latest landmark Bellingham has managed after another sensational few days.
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      Bellingham has quickly become Real Madrid’s talismanCredit: Rex
      The England man scored Real Madrid’s final goal in a 3-0 win over Cadiz on Sunday.
      The strike meant he racked up more goals in his first 15 games for Real Madrid than any player in the club’s history – scoring 14 in that period.
      The record was previously held by Cristiano Ronaldo, Alfredo Di Stefano and Pruden, all of whom scored 13 in their first 15 matches.
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      Incredible image shows Barcelona legends’ ‘post-match meals’ as fans say ‘Ronaldo would never order such a thing’

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      FROM pizza to chocolate spread sandwiches, post-match meals at Barcelona have been revealed.An old photo alleged to have come from inside the Catalan giants’ camp shows what the 2014 squad were eating after games.
      Barcelona won the Champions League in the 2014-15 seasonCredit: Getty
      The food orders from Barca players has allegedly been revealedCredit: TWITTER @eurofootcom

      Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Neymar were leading the line for the club seven years ago as they won the Treble.
      But some of the players’ post-match meals do not seem like the food of champions.
      The iconic front three and midfielders Sergio Busquets, Xavi and Andres Iniesta all tucked into pizza after the final whistle.
      Suarez liked his with Caesar salad and Neymar would enjoy his with fruit.
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      Busquets was similar but seems picky as it’s stressed on the menu he would only have pineapple and strawberry as part of his fruit salad.
      Nutella sandwiches are a surprisingly big hit in the Barcelona dressing room with it on the menu for Marc-Andre ter Stegen and Gerard Pique.
      Meanwhile, Sergi Roberto tucks into a mysteriously named “triple sandwich” that also includes chocolate and hazelnut spread.
      Javier Mascherano’s pasta and fruit seems to be the only healthy option coming from the kitchen.
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      The strange orders left fans in stitches, one said: “Iniesta was feasting.”
      Another joked: “Cristiano Ronaldo would never order such a thing.”
      A third commented: “This is basically a kids menu.”
      More reacted: “Messi does it simple on and off the pitch.” More

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      Amazing photo of young Mikel Arteta with Premier League legend goes viral as Real Madrid ‘chase breakthrough boss’

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      AN amazing photo of young Mikel Arteta with Premier League legend Xabi Alonso has gone viral.Real Madrid could make a move for the Bayer Leverkusen coach to replace Carlos Ancelotti at the end of the season.
      A photo of young Mikel Arteta left and Xabi Alonso has gone viral
      Alonso is wanted by his former club Real Madrid to replace Carlo AncelottiCredit: Reuters
      A viral photo shows both Spaniards Arteta, 41, and Alonso, 42, as kids when they played for San Sebastian side Antiguoko before they went their separate ways to pursue their senior careers.
      The pair then met again in 2005 when Arteta joined the Premier League for Everton while Alonso was already in Merseyside at Liverpool.
      Arteta then left the Toffees for Arsenal in 2011 where played until 2016 before he became the head coach in 2019.
      Meanwhile, Alonso departed Anfield in 2009 and headed to the Spanish capital.
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      The Liverpool legend then spent six seasons at the Bernabeu as a player, winning La Liga in 2012 and then the Champions League two years later during Ancelotti’s first spell at the club.
      After three seasons at Bayern Munich, the 2010 World Cup winner retired and managed Real’s youth team, before taking over Real Sociedad’s B squad.
      In 2022 Alonso became the first-team manager for Leverkusen where he has since caught the eye of Los Blancos, who are keen to appoint him as Ancelotti’s successor next term.
      When he arrived in October last year, Alonso replaced Gerardo Seoane and the club was second from bottom after eight Bundesliga games.
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      The Spaniard turned things around leading Leverkusen to finish sixth in the league and to the semi-finals of the Europa League.
      This season he has dominated the league as his side sits in the top spot two points ahead of last year’s champions Bayern Munich.
      Brazilian boss Ancelotti is expected to step down at the end of his season when his contract expires.
      Real Madrid are not concerned with Alonso’s lack of managerial experience and believes his efforts display he is a top contender to become their next head coach.
      Carlos Ancelotti’s contract is set to expire at the end of the seasonCredit: Getty More

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      Mason Greenwood targeted for huge transfer from Man Utd by three European clubs – but Getafe are back of the queue

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      MASON Greenwood is set to find himself at the centre of Spanish summer transfer flurry, The Sun can reveal.The 22-year-old was loaned by Manchester United to Getafe at the start of this season – and has been in impressive form.
      Mason Greenwood is set to find himself at the centre of Spanish summer transfer flurry, The Sun can revealCredit: Rex
      He’s scored four times in 11 starts and his goal return is catching the eye of a string of Spanish clubs.
      The Sun understands Valencia and Real Sociedad are both “monitoring” the England striker and could be poised to make a move in the summer.
      Our source said: “Mason has done brilliantly since he moved to Spain and is really catching the eye after a strong start to his time at Getafe.
      “There are a number of clubs looking at him in Spain with scouts from Valencia and Sociedad seemingly at the front of the queue.
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      “It is highly unlikely Mason will return to Manchester United.
      “That ship has sailed, and he looks set to enjoy the next phase of his career in Spain where he has really settled and found his feet both personally and professionally.
      “He owes a huge debt to Getafe for the help and support they have given him, and it’s possible he could make his move there permanent at the end of the season.
      “But if he carries on playing like he is, other bids and offers are likely to come in, leaving Mason, and the club, with a decision to make.
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      “After a very difficult year or so Mason feels like his career is on the up.”
      Our story comes as United are linked with a move for ex Chelsea-flop Timo Werner.
      The German striker is believed to be interesting Erik Ten Hag as he looks to beef up his attack.
      But the idea hasn’t gone down well with many United fans – some of whom would love to see Greenwood given a second chance.
      Our source added: “Ten Hag was always keen to keep Mason but that decision, in the end, was taken out of his hands.
      “He’s now planning for the long term and Mason isn’t part of those plans.” More

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      Former Barcelona Wag risks Instagram ban with naked bed pic after stunning fans in outrageous outfit

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      MARC BARTRA’S partner Jessica Goicoechea took social media by storm once more with another risque photo.This time, Jessica posed nude in bed with nothing but the duvet covering her as she took a snap for Instagram.
      Jessica Goicoechea posed nude on Instagram in another risque photoCredit: Instagram @goicoechea
      Jessica also issued a photo of her wearing an outrageous dressCredit: Instagram @goicoechea
      This comes after the Spanish model issued another pic of her in an outrageous dress on social media.
      The 27-year-old’s 1.8million followers were left in awe as they stormed the comments’ section.
      One fan posted: “Flawless.”
      Another commented: “Diva!”
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      A third said: “Princess.”
      This fan wrote: “Spectacular.”
      And that one gushed: “Queen.”
      Jessica’s partner Barta is now playing for Real Betis but is currently nursing an Achilles tendon injury.
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      The centre-back started his career at Barcelona and spent six years in the senior squad after 10 years in the youth ranks.
      The ex-Spain international starred in the Blaugrana’s first team alongside legends, such as Lionel Messi and current manager Xavi.
      The 32-year-old has also played for Borussia Dortmund as well as Trabzonspor.
      Check out more glam pics from Jessica below
      Jessica shares a series of risque photos on InstagramCredit: Getty
      Jessica tries on a series of outrageous dresses for her fansCredit: Getty
      Jessica tries a number of see-through options for her followersCredit: Instagram
      Jessica has also shared a series of bikini snaps across her channelsCredit: Instagram @goicoechea
      Jessica is never afraid to push the boundaries on social mediaCredit: Instagram
      Jessica is in a relationship with Real Betis star Marc BartraCredit: Instagram @goicoechea
      Bartra used to play for Barcelona and also competed for Borussia DortmundCredit: AP
      Jessica has attracted over 1.8million followersCredit: https://www.instagram.com/goicoechea/
      Jessica publishes a series of raunchy selfiesCredit: https://www.instagram.com/goicoechea/
      Here’s Jessica with another see-through dressCredit: Instagram @goicoechea
      Jessica has risked an Instagram ban quite a few timesCredit: Instagram @goicoechea
      Jessica has also been on quite a few red carpetsCredit: Splash
      Jessica’s photos attract many likesCredit: Instagram @goicoechea More