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Kylian Mbappe Learns 2025 Ballon d’Or Fate After Historic Real Madrid Debut Season

The Frenchman placed ahead of teammates Vinícius Júnior and Jude Bellingham in the 2025 Ballon d’Or voting.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 22, 2025

Why Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid Aren’t at 2025 Ballon d’Or Ceremony

Three Real Madrid players were nominated for the 2025 Men’s Ballon d’Or award.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 22, 2025

Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham Suffer Massive Drops in Ballon d’Or Rankings

The Real Madrid superstars finished second and third in the voting for the 2024 Ballon d’Or.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 22, 2025

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No Alexander-Arnold or Huijsen, No Problem: Takeaways From Real Madrid's 2–0 Win Over Espanyol

The Spanish giants look to be in unstoppable form even without their blockbuster summer signings.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 20, 2025

How Does Ballon d'Or Voting Work? Nominees and Format Explained

The Ballon d'Or ceremony is held at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 19, 2025

The Road to 50: Kylian Mbappe’s Best Goals for Real Madrid So Far

The Frenchman has scored in seven different competitions since making the move to the Spanish capital.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 19, 2025

Vinicius Junior ‘Concerned’ by Real Madrid Role After Xabi Alonso Snub

The winger’s new battle for a starting job comes amid strained contract negotiations with Real Madrid.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 18, 2025

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Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Marseille: Mbappe Plays Hero in Dramatic 2–1 Victory

An injury to Trent Alexander-Arnold and a red card to Dani Carvajal were not enough to deny Los Blancos.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 16, 2025

Xabi Alonso Makes Shock Vinicius Junior Decision for Real Madrid’s Champions League Opener

The new Real Madrid boss is putting his faith in Rodrygo over Vinícius Júnior against Marseille.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 16, 2025

Real Madrid vs. Marseille: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Marseille come into the clash having never defeated Real Madrid.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 15, 2025

Real Madrid vs Barcelona: El Clásico Preview, History, and How to Watch in 2025

Full preview of Real Madrid vs Barcelona in La Liga 2025 — key players, tactics, history, results, and how to watch this season’s El Clásico live.

inkl · Sep 15, 2025

Real Madrid’s Best XI After 2025 Summer Transfer Window

Los Blancos prioritized bringing in defensive reinforcements this summer.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 11, 2025

‘Failed’—Real Madrid’s 2025 Ballon d’Or Ceremony Attendance in Doubt

The club did not attend the 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony in protest of Rodri winning the award over Vinícius Júnior.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 9, 2025

Trent Alexander-Arnold: Has He Made a Mistake Leaving Liverpool for Real Madrid?

The Englishman took the risk of a lifetime by leaving behind a flourishing career on Merseyside.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 9, 2025

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Sports Illustrated · Sep 8, 2025

What Is Vinicius Junior’s Rating in EA Sports FC 26?

The Real Madrid forward saw a decline in production last season.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 8, 2025

The 52 Highest Rated Players in EA Sports FC 26 Revealed

Mohamed Salah, Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé headline the best men’s players in the game.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 3, 2025

Brazil vs. Chile: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Chile have not defeated Brazil in a decade, with their last win against the Seleção coming back in 2015.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 3, 2025

Brazil Predicted Lineup vs. Chile: Raphinha, Estevao to Steal the Show

The Seleção will look to remain unbeaten under new boss Carlo Ancelotti.

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Sports Illustrated · Aug 31, 2025

‘The Best’—Vinicius Jr Explains New Real Madrid Goal Celebration

The Brazil international left Madridistas confused after he buried the winner against Mallorca.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 30, 2025

Alexander-Arnold Redeems Himself: Takeaways From Real Madrid’s 2–1 Win Over Mallorca

The England international responded to recent criticism with a clinical performance at both ends of the pitch against Mallorca.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 30, 2025

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Mallorca: Vinicius Junior Bags Brilliant Winner in 2–1 Win

Los Blancos came from behind for the first time this season to record their third La Liga win of the 2025–26 campaign.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 30, 2025

Rodrygo: Real Madrid Star Makes ‘Final’ Transfer Decision

The Brazil international has been linked with a move to Premier League after falling out of favor with Xabi Alonso.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 26, 2025

Ballon d’Or 2019 Winners: Full List

Winners for the 2019 Men’s Ballon d’Or, Women’s Ballon d’Or, Yashin Trophy and Kopa Trophy.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 26, 2025

Carlo Ancelotti Explains Shock Real Madrid Snubs for Brazil World Cup Qualifiers

There wasn’t a single Real Madrid player in Carlo Ancelotti’s squad for September’s qualifiers.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 25, 2025

‘We Need Everyone’—Xabi Alonso Gives Rodrygo Verdict After Season Debut

Rodrygo started on the left wing amid scrutiny regarding his possible exit from Real Madrid.

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