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Real Madrid somehow cling on to beat Inter on José Mourinho’s big night

Two goals in the first 23 minutes secured Real Madrid a 2-1 victory against Inter, who had pulled one back through Carlos Augusto, in the Champions League

The Guardian - UK · Sep 8

Dembélé leads PSG's nine-man charge for 2026 Ballon d'Or

The 2025 Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembélé led the nine-strong Paris Saint-Germain contingent on the 30-player shortlist unveiled on Tuesday for the 2026 accolade as the world's best footballer.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 8

Kopa Trophy: Full List of Winners, Most Wins of All Time

No club has more Kopa Trophy winners than Barcelona.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 8

Before Champions League, Kylian Mbappé campaigns for Ballon d'Or

As the Champions League resumes, Real Madrid are hosting Inter Milan. Speaking at a press conference, Kylian Mbappé believes he has every chance of winning the Ballon d’Or.

France 24 · Sep 8

Real Madrid vs. Inter Milan—Champions League: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

José Mourinho takes on the club he guided to an unprecedented treble 16 years ago.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 8

Kylian Mbappe, Harry Kane Discuss Ballon d’Or Hopes As Clock Ticks

The battle for soccer’s greatest individual prize is as tight as it ever has been.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 7

'This might be the year': Mbappé embraces Ballon d'Or talk after World Cup exploits

Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé played up his chances of the winning the Ballon d'Or this year after scoring 10 goals at the recent World Cup to become the tournament's all-time leading scorer. Nominees for the prestigious award will be unveiled on Tuesday.

France 24 · Sep 7

Jose Mourinho Unleashes Vintage Rant That Overlooks Real Madrid’s Glaring Problems

Los Blancos dropped points away at Real Betis in a game dominated by old habits.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 5

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Real Betis: Mbappe Stumbles for Mourinho’s First Defeat

Los Blancos spurned chance after chance on a frustrating night in Seville.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 4

Real Betis vs. Real Madrid: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

José Mourinho faces a true test away at the Benito Villamarín.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 4