In numbers: Real Madrid’s direct free-kick struggles since Cristiano Ronaldo’s departure

It has been more than seven years since Cristiano Ronaldo left Real Madrid, bidding goodbye in 2018 as the highest goalscorer ...

Real Madrid vs Benfica: Mourinho adds spice as Madrid seek direct Champions League last 16 qualification

Qualification battle meets old grudges in LisbonReal Madrid vs Benfica: Mourinho adds spice as Madrid seek direct Champions ...
France 24

Old ally Mourinho between Real Madrid and Champions League last 16

Real Madrid are aiming to seal direct passage to the Champions League last 16 at Benfica on Wednesday, but standing in their ...

Real Madrid vs. Benfica: How Arbeloa’s Side Can Clinch Direct Champions League Round of 16 Berth

Real Madrid face Benfica on Matchday 8 of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League with a spot in the Round of 16 on the line as the league phase reaches its conclusion. The 2025-26 UEFA Champions League ...

Why Real Madrid Need One More Win to Reach Champions League Round Of 16 — But Barcelona Don’t

Real Madrid finished ninth in the league after a 4-2 defeat to Benfica, which allowed Benfica to secure a playoff spot. Despite Kylian Mbappé's two goals, Madrid missed direct qualification for the ...
Al Jazeera

Benfica vs Real Madrid 4-2: UEFA Champions League – as it happened

All our updates, with reaction and interviews, following our text commentary stream of the UCL league-phase finale.
The New York Times

Real Madrid in 2025: A year of transition at a club that does not like to wait

Madrid ended the year with a 2-0 win over Sevilla on Saturday (Diego Souto/Getty Images) It has been a difficult year for Real Madrid. No remontadas, no Champions League epics, no cigar for the ...