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Five Burning Questions Looming Over Real Madrid’s 2026–27 Season

The 15-time European champions are desperate to once again conquer Spain and Europe.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 20

Jose Mourinho Won’t Repeat Xabi Alonso’s Mistakes With Vinicius Junior

The Portuguese boss is making amends for his past head-turning comments.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 20

Transfer Rumors: Barcelona Eye Huge Alvarez Alternative; Bellingham’s Haaland Sacrifice

Lautaro Martínez, Harry Kane, Paul Pogba, Enzo Fernández, Gabriel Jesus and many more feature in the gossip.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 19

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Barcelona 2026–27 Season Preview: Blaugrana Aiming to Continue Dominance

The Catalan giants are targeting a third-straight La Liga title and plenty more this season.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 19

‘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 · Aug 19

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.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 19

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.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 19

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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 · Aug 18

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 · Aug 18

The Winners and Losers From Rodri’s Barcelona Transfer

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

Sports Illustrated · Aug 18

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

The Guardian - UK · Aug 18

How Arsenal Fared in the Premier League After Every Previous Community Shield Victory

The Gunners laid down an ominous marker in their Community Shield victory over Manchester City.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 18

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 · Aug 17

Transfer Rumors: Osimhen Wants Man Utd Switch; Real Madrid Make Zubimendi Move

Enzo Fernández, Adam Wharton, Rodri, Gavi, Álvaro Carreras and Joshua Zirkzee all feature in the gossip.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 16

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Sports Illustrated · Aug 16

Three Things We Learned As Real Madrid Wrap Preseason With Straightforward Win

The practice is now over for José Mourinho and his team.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 16

Schalke vs. Real Madrid—Friendly: Live Score and Match Stats

Real Madrid end their preseason journey in Germany.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 16

How to Watch Schalke 04 vs. Real Madrid on TV, Live Stream

Los Blancos have yet to suffer a defeat under José Mourinho.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 16

Schalke 04 vs. Real Madrid: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Los Blancos come into their final preseason clash on a five-game unbeaten run this summer.

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The Guardian - UK · Aug 15

Community Shield offers insight into Arsenal’s desire and Maresca’s Manchester City impact

Curtain-raiser can offer clues but it is no reliable pointer to a season – its winners have not landed the title since 2018

The Guardian - UK · Aug 15

La Liga 2026-27 preview: Madrid look to Mourinho in bid to dethrone Barcelona

Florentino Pérez pressed the Special One button again after two straight trophyless seasons at Real, but Lamine Yamal and co remain title favourites

Sports Illustrated · Aug 14

Kylian Mbappe Reveals Why He Is Excited to Play for Jose Mourinho

The pair’s relationship may hold the key to Mourinho being a success at the Bernabéu second time round.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 14

Why Barcelona and Real Madrid Are Not Playing on La Liga’s Opening Weekend

The two biggest clubs in Spain do not have scheduled opponents.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 14

Five Factors That Make La Liga Box-Office Viewing in 2026–27

Real Madrid, Barcelona and Atlético Madrid are the headline acts as usual.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 13

Real Madrid’s Summer Signings Under Jose Mourinho So Far—Ranked

The 15-time European champions desperately needed new blood at the Bernabéu.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 13

‘Fed Up’—Jose Mourinho Slams ‘Spoiled’ Cristiano Ronaldo-Era Real Madrid

The Portuguese coach struggled to manage some massive egos at the Bernabéu.

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