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‘Jose Mourinho has one job at Real Madrid, and that’s to usurp Barcelona – either you win, or you’re losers and it’s a disaster. It’ll be fireworks watching whether he can do it’ Former Bernabeu favourite assesses the new La Liga season

A legendary boss has returned to Spanish football this season – tasked with overhauling Real Madrid's bitter rivals

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‘He doubted’: Mourinho says Real Madrid did not want Rodri after hesitation over move

José Mourinho has confirmed Real Madrid made Rodri an offer and that he spoke to him about joining the club

The Guardian - UK

What Is Real Madrid’s Strongest Defense Ahead of 2026–27 Season?

The 15-time European champions cannot contend for silverware without a consistent backline.

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Rodri’s ‘doubts’ led to Real Madrid move collapsing, says Jose Mourinho

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The Independent UK

Jose Mourinho Plays His Favorite Trick in Swipe at Failed Rodri Transfer

The Spaniard will instead be plying his trade at Real Madrid’s bitter rivals.

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Jose Mourinho reveals why Rodri joined Barcelona instead of Real Madrid

The World Cup-winning captain completed a move from Manchester City this week

The Independent UK

Who Is Roberto Carlos? Brazil's World Cup Hero Reportedly Converts to Islam

Reports suggest Roberto Carlos has converted to Islam, sparking online debate. The football legend has not confirmed the claims, leaving fans eager for an official statement.

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Premier League predictions: Standard Sport names title winners, relegation race, first manager sacked and more

Our reporters stare into their crystal ball to predict the next 10 months

Evening Standard

Mikel Arteta made Arsenal champions – here’s how he can define a new Premier League era

SEASON PREVIEW: With stability and squad depth the Gunners can capitalise on an unpredictable top-flight season and win back-to-back titles for the first time since 1935 says Miguel Delaney

The Independent UK

"MLS teams dropped the ball, Orlando City wouldn't even drive 45 minutes to see him" How Yan Diomande went from unheralded high school prospect in the USA to Europe's most wanted winger

Before he joined Real Madrid for a club-record fee, Yan Diomande had to overcome widespread rejection from European and MLS clubs

FourFourTwo

Five Premier League stars to watch this season

LONDON - The new Premier League season kicks off on Friday, setting the stage for a galaxy of stars to shine in the 2026-27 campaign.

Bangkok Post

Transfer Rumors: Fernandes Rejects Man Utd Contract; Liverpool Raise Barcola Bid

Marcus Rashford, Julián Alvarez, Rafael Leão and Adam Wharton all feature in the gossip.

Sports Illustrated

Real Madrid 2026–27 Season Preview: José Mourinho Tasked With Rewinding the Clock

After a trophyless season in the Spanish capital, the changes have been rung on and off the pitch.

Sports Illustrated

The Winners and Losers From Rodri’s Barcelona Transfer

The defending Spanish champions successfully pulled off the hijack of the summer.

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The Guardian - UK

Barcelona steal Rodri away from Real Madrid and plan to make him new Busquets

Spain’s World Cup-winning captain has completed his move to Camp Nou where he is a natural successor to club legend

Sports Illustrated

Barcelona Can’t Ignore Rodri’s Injury History—But They Shouldn’t Fear It Either

It took a late hijack from Real Madrid, three bids and a package worth up to $87.8 million (€76.5 million) to bring Rodri to Barcelona this summer, and the def

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When is the Champions League draw and how does it work?

The 2026/27 Champions League campaign is set to get under way in September with the clubs yet to discover their opponents

The Guardian - UK

Interviewing José Mourinho: ego, charisma, talent and his ‘rucksack of pain’

Director Joe Pearlman tells Daniel Harris he expected Real Madrid manager to ‘try to manipulate us’ in making of Netflix series

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The Guardian - UK

From Fenerbahce to Drita: six European ties to check out this week

There will be some familiar faces involved in this week’s European qualifiers as a number of smaller clubs have a chance to make their mark

Sports Illustrated

Transfer Rumors: Barcelona Eye Rashford and Gyokeres; Chelsea Step Up Fernandez Exit Plan

Bruno Fernandes, Rodri, Pedro Neto, Bradley Barcola and Karim Benzema all feature in the gossip.

Sports Illustrated

Rodri Sets Lofty Barcelona Champions League Goal—But Can the Catalans Achieve It?

The midfielder arrived in Barcelona ready to “get to work.”

Sports Illustrated

One Liverpool Star ‘Interests’ Enzo Maresca As a Rodri, Enzo Fernandez Replacement

The Cityzens ideally need another midfield reinforcement this summer.

Sports Illustrated

Rodri’s Potential Jersey Numbers at Barcelona

The World Cup Golden Ball winner has had La Liga’s two behemoths on his tail this summer.

Sports Illustrated

Frenkie de Jong Addresses Barcelona Tensions Amid Rodri’s Expected Arrival

The Dutchman’s recovery from a knee injury has been a source of summer contention at Barcelona.

The Guardian - UK

Sergio’s stunner lights up El Sardinero on Racing Santander’s emotional La Liga return

Teenager’s glorious strike made it 2-0 against Villarreal – but though they were pegged back to a draw the match sealed a feelgood return from the abyss

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