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Rotation Works Out for Xabi Alonso: Three Takeaways From Real Madrid’s Eventual 3–0 Win Over Real Oviedo

Real Madrid still have room to improve after a very short summer break.

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Mbappe scores twice as Real Madrid beat Oviedo in La Liga

Kylina Mbappe grabs a brace and Vinicius Jr gets the third as Xabi Alonso’s side see off newly-promoted Real Oviedo.

Al Jazeera

Oviedo vs Real Madrid: La Liga – teams, start, lineups

Record La Liga winners Real Madrid head to newly promoted Oviedo with a keen eye on new Los Blancos coach Xabi Alonso.

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Real Madrid Accused of Breaching La Liga Rules Over Franco Mastantuono Debut

Los Blancos controversially did not hand the Argentine a first-team squad number upon his move to the Spanish capital.

Sports Illustrated

Mbappe scores as Real Madrid beat Osasuna in La Liga season opener

Kylian Mbappe’s goal secures the nervy 1-0 home victory for Real Madrid against Osasuna at Santiago Bernabeu.

Al Jazeera

‘Incredible Potential’—Argentina Legend Gives Verdict on New Real Madrid Wonderkid

Former Real Madrid star Angel Di Maria is excited about what Franco Mastantuono can achieve with Los Blancos.

Sports Illustrated

Argentina 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Squad Confirmed for September: Messi Missing Key Midfielder

Lionel Messi, Alexis Mac Allister and Franco Mastantuono are among those selected.

Sports Illustrated

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Real Madrid ‘Hatch Plan’ for Franco Mastantuono in La Liga Season Opener

A unique opportunity awaits the teenager when Real Madrid host Osasuna on Tuesday, Aug. 19.

Sports Illustrated

‘We Have to Talk About This’—La Liga Chief Hits Back at Real Madrid

Real Madrid’s registration of Franco Mastantuono was spotlighted by Javier Tebas.

Sports Illustrated

Franco Mastantuono Admits Rejecting European Giants for Real Madrid

Big things are expected of Franco Mastantuono, who has followed a similar path to Vinícius Júnior.

Sports Illustrated

Franco Mastantuono’s Surprising Real Madrid Shirt Number Confirmed

Real Madrid’s strategy leaves the door open to another signing before the window closes.

Sports Illustrated

Report: Real Madrid Hatch Bold Plan for New Signing

Hopes are incredibly high for Franco Mastantuono following his arrival from River Plate.

Sports Illustrated

Three Players Who Could Wear No. 9 for Real Madrid in 2025–26

With Kylian Mbappé switching to the number 10 shirt, Real Madrid’s No. 9 is up for grabs.

Sports Illustrated

How Real Madrid’s Summer Signing Solves Jude Bellingham’s Extended Absence

Franco Mastantuono could be the answer to Real Madrid's pressing Jude Bellingham problem.

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Jude Bellingham Injury: Progress, Potential Return Date After Undergoing Surgery

Real Madrid will have to kick off their 2025–26 season without Jude Bellingham.

Sports Illustrated

‘Changed My Mind’—Franco Mastantuono Reveals How Xabi Alonso Convinced Him to Join Real Madrid

Real Madrid beat out Paris Saint-Germain to bring 17-year-old Franco Mastantuono to the Spanish capital.

Sports Illustrated

Report: Franco Mastantuono Forces Real Madrid to Delay Exciting Return

Real Madrid still have the option to pull off a bargain deal next summer or the year after.

Sports Illustrated

Franco Mastantuono Reveals ‘Incredible’ Xabi Alonso Intervention in Real Madrid Transfer

Real Madrid’s record-breaking recruit also discussed a potential conflict of interests when it comes to the Club World Cup.

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Evening Standard

How to watch Inter Milan vs River Plate: TV channel and live stream for Club World Cup today

Both teams are aiming to avoid a shock group stage exit

Sports Illustrated

River Plate vs. Monterrey: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

River Plate and Monterrey will face-off at the Rose Bowl in an all-Latin American battle.

Latin Times

Marcelo Gallardo Reflects on River Plate's Club World Cup Start, Mastantuono and Squad Fitness

"We have to keep on improving," Gallardo said. "Despite getting the result today, which was the most important thing, there were some nerves around the squad. There was also a sense of obligation to win, so from that perspective, we did what we had to do."

Sports Illustrated

Franco Mastantuono: Real Madrid’s New Signing Shines in River Plate’s Club World Cup Opener

Future Real Madrid player Franco Mastantuono had moments of brilliance in River Plate's first Club World Cup match.

Evening Standard

How to watch River Plate vs Urawa Reds for FREE: TV channel and live stream for Club World Cup today

Club World Cup Group E encounter pits two of the most decorated clubs in the world against each other

Sports Illustrated

River Plate vs. Urawa Red Diamonds: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

River Plate and Uruwa Red Diamonds will face of in Seattle on Tuesday, June 17.

Sports Illustrated

Why Real Madrid’s Latest Signing Is Playing for a Different Team at Club World Cup

Franco Mastantuono will represent River Plate at the Club World Cup despite signing with Real Madrid.

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