Real Madrid
Friday, 7 August 2026
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Mourinho returns to Real Madrid with a singular demand: sacrifice everything for the team
Jose Mourinho returns to Real Madrid after 13 years. His demand: collective sacrifice over individual talent. Can he hold Mbappé, Vinicius, and Bellingham
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Shay Given backs Tielemans and Lammens in Manchester United assessment
Shay Given says Manchester United got value with Youri Tielemans' £35 million move and believes Senne Lammens can solve the club's goalkeeping problem.
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Yan Diomande completes Real Madrid move on seven-year deal
Real Madrid have completed Yan Diomande's move on a seven-year deal, with €125 million guaranteed and up to €15 million in add-ons.
Thursday, 6 August 2026
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Vinicius Jr stays at Real Madrid as Arsenal reset their winger plans
Vinicius Jr has agreed a new Real Madrid contract, and Arsenal are now shifting to other winger targets after missing their top left-sided option.
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Franco Mastantuono loan to Fiorentina agreed
Fiorentina and Real Madrid have agreed a season-long dry loan for Franco Mastantuono, with wages shared and no buy option included.
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Vinicius Junior contract talks turn on Mourinho's intervention
Real Madrid are close to a new Vinicius Junior deal, with Mourinho involved and Rafael Alkorta linking the saga to his Ballon d'Or disappointment.
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Rodri Barcelona transfer turns on fee and timing
Rodri has reportedly shifted his preference from Real Madrid to Barcelona, with Manchester City weighing a €60m-€70m sale before August 13.
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Yan Diomande joins Real Madrid on long deal after Leipzig breakout
Yan Diomande has joined Real Madrid from RB Leipzig until 2033 after 13 goals and 10 assists in 36 games. Fee reports vary on confirmation.
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Julian Alvarez to Barcelona is now a deadline standoff with Atletico
Julian Alvarez transfer talks have reached a standoff as Barcelona push with a bid close to €100m and Atletico hold firm before August 10.
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Vinicius Junior contract renewal reaches the final stretch
Vinicius Junior's Real Madrid future appears to be heading toward renewal after multiple reports of positive talks, with Arsenal's hopes fading.
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Raúl Asencio transfer stalls as Liverpool are sounded out
Liverpool have been contacted about Raúl Asencio, but the Real Madrid defender wants to stay and no formal talks have begun.
Wednesday, 5 August 2026
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Vinicius Jr contract talks turn positive after new offer
Real Madrid have improved their contract offer to Vinicius Jr after positive talks, with Arsenal watching and Mourinho reportedly influencing the discussion.
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Yan Diomande Real Madrid transfer nears €140 million
Real Madrid have a breakthrough Yan Diomande transfer agreement, with a €125 million guarantee and a package that could reach €140 million.
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Yan Diomande transfer not done yet, says RB Leipzig
RB Leipzig sporting director Marcel Schäfer says Yan Diomande's Real Madrid move is not done yet, with a €130m to €140m package still being discussed.
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Vinicius Real Madrid contract talks reach a decisive stage
Vinicius Jr has reportedly turned down Real Madrid's €22 million offer, with less than 12 months left and Arsenal monitoring the standoff.
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Trent Alexander-Arnold tested as Mourinho's extra midfielder
Mourinho tested Trent Alexander-Arnold as an inverted midfielder against Fiorentina, a move that added control but still points to Rodri.
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Franco Mastantuono close to Fiorentina loan as Real Madrid weigh the next step
Franco Mastantuono looks close to a season-long loan move to Fiorentina, with Real Madrid and the Viola negotiating salary details.
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Vinicius Junior Arsenal move looks like leverage, says Carragher
Jamie Carragher says Vinicius Junior is likely using Arsenal's interest to win a new Real Madrid deal, and doubts he would fix their Champions League ceiling.
Tuesday, 4 August 2026
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Yan Diomande Real Madrid deal is not done
Marcel Schäfer has denied reports that Yan Diomande's move to Real Madrid is already done, while saying Leipzig do not expect the agent dispute to derail
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Fulham transfer news: Gonzalo García and César Palacios arrive from Real Madrid
Fulham have confirmed a double Real Madrid deal, with Gonzalo García on a €42m package and César Palacios also joining.
Groups
Group A
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Palmeiras | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 |
 Inter Miami | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +1 | 5 |
 FC Porto | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 |
 Al Ahly | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -2 | 2 |
Group B
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Paris Saint Germain | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +5 | 6 |
 Botafogo | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 6 |
 Atletico Madrid | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 6 |
 Seattle Sounders | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 0 |
Group C
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Benfica | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +7 | 7 |
 Bayern München | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +10 | 6 |
 Boca Juniors | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 |
 Auckland City | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -16 | 1 |
Group D
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Flamengo | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +4 | 7 |
 Chelsea | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 6 |
 ES Tunis | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -4 | 3 |
 Los Angeles FC | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 1 |
Group E
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Inter | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +3 | 7 |
 Monterrey | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +4 | 5 |
 River Plate | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
 Urawa | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -7 | 0 |
Group F
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Borussia Dortmund | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +2 | 7 |
 Fluminense | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 |
 Mamelodi Sundowns | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
 Ulsan Hyundai FC | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -4 | 0 |
Group G
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Manchester City | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +11 | 9 |
 Juventus | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +5 | 6 |
 Al Ain | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -10 | 3 |
 Wydad AC | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -6 | 0 |
Group H
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Real Madrid | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +5 | 7 |
 Al-Hilal Saudi FC | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 |
 Red Bull Salzburg | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 4 |
 CF Pachuca | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 0 |