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Kylian Mbappe celebrates as he helped Real Madrid to victory

Euro wrap: Mbappe opens account with brace for Madrid

Kylian Mbappe opened his La Liga account at the fourth time of asking with a brace to fire Real Madrid to a 2-0 home win over Real Betis.

Soccer • 01 Sep 24

Kylian Mbappe's La Liga debut ended in a frustrating 1-1 draw in Mallorca

Euro round-up: Mbappe's Madrid held in Mallorca

Kylian Mbappe's Real Madrid LaLiga debut ended in a frustrating 1-1 draw at Mallorca.

Soccer • 18 Aug 24

Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring the first of what should be many goals for Real Madrid

Real Madrid claim Super Cup as Mbappe scores on debut

Kylian Mbappe scored on his competitive debut for Real Madrid as they beat Atalanta 2-0 in Warsaw to clinch the UEFA Super Cup.

Soccer • 14 Aug 24

Kylian Mbappe could make his first Real Madrid appearance

Ancelotti coy on starting Mbappe in Super Cup

Kylian Mbappe could make his debut for Real Madrid when they face Atalanta in the Super Cup tonight but coach Carlo Ancelotti would not be drawn on whether the French forward would start the game.

Soccer • 14 Aug 24

Real Madrid unveil new signing Kylian Mbappe at a packed Bernabeu

Real Madrid unveil Mbappe at a packed Bernabeu

Kylian Mbappe has been formally unveiled as a Real Madrid player at a packed Bernabeu Stadium.

Soccer • 16 Jul 24

Real Madrid are due to compete in the tournament

Real Madrid now say they will play in Club World Cup

Real Madrid have issued a statement to confirm that they will take part in FIFA's expanded Club World Cup next summer, hours after their coach Carlo Ancelotti said they would refuse to play in the tournament.

Soccer • 10 Jun 24

Kylian Mbappe spoke to the French media on Tuesday

Mbappe takes furious swipe at PSG after exit

Kylian Mbappe has accused Paris St Germain of reacting "with violence" to his decision to refuse to sign a new contract with the club.

Soccer • 04 Jun 24

Kylian Mbappe during France training on Monday

Mbappe seals blockbuster move to Real Madrid

Real Madrid have confirmed the signing of World Cup winner Kylian Mbappe on a five-year deal.

Soccer • 03 Jun 24

Kylian Mbappe will be lining out in Real Madrid white next season.

Mbappe puts pen to paper on Real Madrid deal

Kylian Mbappe has signed a contract to join Real Madrid on a free transfer, according to reports.

Soccer • 02 Jun 24

A pitch invader takes a selfie with Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior at Wembley

Wembley pitch invaders arrested following final delay

Three pitch invaders at the start of Saturday's Champions League final at Wembley have been arrested.

Soccer • 01 Jun 24

Nacho Fernandez lifts the Champions League trophy for Real Madrid at Wembley

Wasteful Dortmund pay the price as Madrid rule again

Real Madrid were crowned kings of Europe for a record-extending 15th time with a 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League final at Wembley.

Soccer • 01 Jun 24

Champions League final: Dortmund 0-2 Real Madrid recap

Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid face off at Wembley in the 2024 Champions League final

Soccer • 01 Jun 24

Edin Terzic keeps an eye on his troops in training at Wembley on Friday

Outsiders status causes no concern for Dortmund

Borussia Dortmund coach Edin Terzic wants his players to embrace their underdog tag and insists past disappointments only fuel the will to win the Champions League.

Soccer • 01 Jun 24

Carlo Ancelotti is flanked by Luka Modric and Toni Kroos during training at Wembley on Friday

Ancelotti: Fear factor will spur Real Madrid on

Carlo Ancelotti wants his Real Madrid players to feel the fear of the Champions League final when the anthem plays ahead of kick-off at Wembley.

Soccer • 01 Jun 24

The current squad is a blend of youth and experience

Real seeking to establish new Champions League dynasty

Real Madrid face Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League final at Wembley Stadium tonight with Carlo Ancelotti's side seeking to add another chapter to the club's already astonishing love affair with European soccer's elite trophy.

Soccer • 01 Jun 24

Toni Kroos will retire from football after the upcoming European Championships

Kroos to hang up boots after Euro 2024

Real Madrid and Germany midfielder Toni Kroos has announced he will retire after this summer's European Championship.

Soccer • 30 May 24

Bayern boss Thomas Tuchel gets into it with the linesman

Tuchel rage at Bernabeu 'betrayal' that sent Bayern out

Thomas Tuchel vented his frustration at the "disastrous decision" to rule out a potential Matthijs de Ligt equaliser after Bayern Munich missed out on the Champions League final following a 4-3 aggregate loss to Real Madrid.

Soccer • 09 May 24

Joselu celebrates scoring the decisive goal at the Bernabeu

Super-sub Joselu's late brace sparks Real joy

A dramatic late double by Joselu sent Real Madrid through to the Champions League final at Wembley after a 4-3 aggregate win over Bayern Munich at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Soccer • 08 May 24

An exciting encounter with a twist at the finish as Madrid progressed

Champions League recap: Madrid 2-1 Bayern (Agg: 4-3)

Real Madrid have edged Bayern Munich to secure a place in the Champions League final.

Soccer • 08 May 24

Real Madrid celebrate their victory over Cadiz CF at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid

Europe: Real crowned La Liga champs as Barcelona beaten

Real Madrid were crowned LaLiga champions after beating Cadiz 3-0 at Santiago Bernabeu before Barcelona slipped to defeat.

Soccer • 04 May 24

Harry Kane: 'It's all to play for next week'

Kane has faith Bayern can achieve Bernabeu glory

Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane said their 2-2 draw with Real Madrid in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-final is "a little disappointing" but has full belief they can qualify next week.

Soccer • 30 Apr 24

Vinicius Junior tucks away a penalty to equalise for Real Madrid

Real hit back as absorbing Munich clash ends all square

Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr scored twice, including an 83rd-minute penalty, to snatch a 2-2 draw at Bayern Munich in an entertaining Champions League semi-final, first leg.

Soccer • 01 May 24

Champions League: Bayern Munich 2-2 Real Madrid recap

Bayern Munich and Real Madrid played out a 2-2 draw in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final. Read back on how the action unfolded.

Soccer • 30 Apr 24

Thomas Tuchel will be hoping Harry Kane can inspire his side against Real Madrid

Tuchel hoping 'tactics and luck' enough against Real

Thomas Tuchel admits Bayern Munich will need luck if they are to overcome Real Madrid in their Champions League semi-final, as he encouraged his side to play with freedom in tonight's first leg at the Allianz Arena (live on RTÉ2/RTÉ Player).

Soccer • 30 Apr 24

Arda Guler celebrates his goal, which handed Real Madrid the win

Euro wrap: Guler strike moves Madrid closer to title

Teenager Arda Guler scored on his first league start to move Real Madrid within four points of winning their 36th La Liga title with a 1-0 victory over Real Sociedad.

Soccer • 26 Apr 24