This summer, the addition of Mbappe seemed to herald the "Galactic Battleship" setting sail once again, heading full speed towards various championship trophies. However, half a season of actual combat has mercilessly shattered the beautiful fantasy. In the Champions League, Real Madrid stumbled and struggled forward; in the league, they were brutally slaughtered by Barcelona with a painful score of 4-0. This outcome indicates that simply stacking superstars is far from enough; there are many pressing issues with Real Madrid's squad depth and tactical compatibility that need to be addressed. The center forward position was originally hoped to be perfectly resolved with the arrival of Mbappe. However, Mbappe's strength lies in his breakthroughs and attacks on the left flank, which conflicts with Vinicius, who is also active on the left, making the personnel configuration in this area somewhat redundant, while the true center forward issue remains unresolved. At this time, Real Madrid keenly noticed Manchester City's poor performance this season and the pressure from the financial fair play regulations, which may result in them being unable to participate in the Champions League next season. Therefore, Haaland entered Real Madrid's transfer radar, and the addition of this super center forward is expected to completely solve the persistent problem of insufficient attacking power in the middle of Real Madrid's front line. The defensive midfielder position has also fallen into trouble. The arrival of Tchouameni was supposed to be a strong supplement to Casemiro's departure, but reality has taken a different turn. Tchouameni lacks sufficient intensity in defensive midfield and his passing ability…

A winter night in international football was filled with excitement due to several dramatic matches. Sporting Portugal ended their four-game losing streak, showing an inspiring comeback; while Real Madrid and Juventus unexpectedly lost points against weaker opponents, leading to a series of upsets. This football feast proved that victory is not only determined by paper strength but also by on-site wisdom and willpower. Manchester City's nemesis recovered as Sporting Portugal ended their four-game losing streak. After the departure of coach Amorim, they fell into a slump, suffering four consecutive defeats. In the 14th round of the Portuguese Super League, they defeated Boavista 3-2 with Trincao scoring twice and Zekairesh making a crucial goal, ending their losing streak and demonstrating their resilience in adversity. The "Galactic Battleship" stumbled as Real Madrid drew 3-3 with Vallecano, missing the opportunity to top the league. Despite having a possession rate of 66%, their unstable defense allowed the opponent, who had only 34% possession, to attempt 14 shots and score three times. Vallecano showed their fighting spirit, using intelligence to make up for their lack of strength. The "Draw Master" reappeared as Juventus struggled to draw 2-2 at home against newly promoted Venice, which was shocking. Although they had a possession rate of 69% and dominated in shots, Juventus conceded twice due to defensive issues. Concesan created a penalty, and Vlahovic scored to save the day, but Juventus' tough four consecutive draws made their title hopes slim. Meanwhile, Venice's tenacious performance proved the resilience and potential of the newly promoted team. This night, the thrilling…

The Champions League stage is always filled with drama, and this season's journey for Real Madrid has been akin to a suspenseful thriller with ups and downs. The focus match of the 6th round of the Champions League between Atalanta at home and Real Madrid not only thrilled fans but also concluded the group stage with a dramatic 3-2 victory. Within just 10 minutes of the opening, Kylian Mbappe scored after receiving a direct pass from Dias, marking his 50th goal in the Champions League proper. However, he was forced to leave the field prematurely due to injury in the 35th minute, casting a shadow over Real Madrid's victory. During stoppage time in the first half, Joao Felix committed a foul in the penalty area, resulting in a penalty kick that was successfully converted by De Ketelaere, allowing Atalanta to equalize at 1-1, putting Real Madrid in a passive position at halftime. In the second half, in the 56th minute, Vinicius Junior took advantage of a defensive error to score, followed by Jude Bellingham adding another goal three minutes later, extending Real Madrid's lead to 3-1. In the 66th minute, Luke Manne scored for Atalanta, reducing the deficit to 3-2, but they were unable to turn the tide. Ultimately, Real Madrid managed a narrow away win, ending their losing streak and halting their opponent's record of nine consecutive victories. Real Madrid's victory was not without its challenges, and the team's resilience and determination were evident as they fought back from adversity. The return of Bellingham and Vinicius Junior proved to…

Trent Alexander-Arnold wearing the Real Madrid crest Liverpool suffered a heavy blow in their efforts to retain Trent Alexander-Arnold, but Arne Slot hopes to alleviate the pressure of his departure by signing a long-term target. Alexander-Arnold, along with Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk, has a contract that expires this summer. However, unlike his Liverpool teammates, the Reds academy graduate appears set to leave the club rather than sign a new contract. Earlier this month, Salah openly stated that he is "closer to leaving" than staying due to Liverpool not offering him a new contract. However, a report on Friday claims that the Egyptian player is "prepared to sign a new contract" as he "has shown willingness to agree to a new contract." Despite Van Dijk rejecting the initial offer, the club seems equally confident in renewing his contract. However, their hopes of retaining Alexander-Arnold are slim. Spanish media outlet Marca reports that the Liverpool full-back "has told Liverpool's hierarchy that he wants to play for Real Madrid," which dealt a heavy blow to Alexander-Arnold after "the latest attempt at renewal by the Anfield hierarchy." The report adds: "There seems to be evidence that the defender has fallen into the temptation and the Madrid curse, which also means gaining a whole new experience, making it impossible to continue lateral attacks in such a situation." Due to Arne Slot's team topping the Premier League, Alexander-Arnold will not leave Liverpool in January. However, he can sign a pre-contract agreement with Real Madrid, who will "only wait" as "negotiations for possible immediate inclusion…

Recently, according to the latest report from Defensacentral.com, a specialized website that tracks Real Madrid news, Real Madrid is currently brewing a major transfer deal, targeting young midfielder Martin Zubimendi, who is currently playing for Real Sociedad. This news quickly attracted attention in the European football world, with fans and media discussing it extensively. Zubimendi, 25 years old and a Spanish international star, has gradually become a hot commodity in the European transfer market as he has been performing better and better in recent seasons with Real Sociedad. It is reported that in addition to Real Madrid, there are also Premier League giants such as Manchester City and Liverpool interested in Zubimendi. The media further pointed out that the reason why Zubimendi has become a hot target for Real Madrid is not only because his performance on the field bears a striking resemblance to that of Real Madrid's legendary midfielder Toni Kroos. Both are adept at controlling the tempo, making precise passes, and possess excellent vision and a sense of the big picture. More importantly, as a Spanish native, Zubimendi naturally brings a sense of belonging, which is particularly important in traditional powerhouses like Real Madrid. The preference of Real Madrid's management for introducing outstanding local talent is no longer a secret. The addition of Zubimendi will undoubtedly further enhance the team's localization and cohesion. In the transfer market, a player's valuation is often a direct reflection of their value. Currently, Zubimendi is valued at 60 million euros on the German transfer market website, a figure that not only reflects…

Barcelona's La Masia youth academy is renowned worldwide for consistently producing outstanding young players, with the likes of Messi, Xavi, Iniesta, and Ansu Fati being the pride of the club. Due to the abundance of young talent at Barcelona and the intense competition within the team, the club often has to let go of some players, who then go on to prove themselves elsewhere, such as Olmo and Harvey Simons. Now, another former Barcelona player has stepped up to show his worth. Barcelona took a significant loss by releasing a top midfielder for just 8.4 million euros: scoring 6 goals and providing 5 assists in 25 games, becoming the core of his new team's championship bid. In the early hours of December 29th, during the 16th round of the Portuguese League, Porto faced off against Boavista at home, winning 4-0 in a comfortable victory. Two young players who had left Barcelona and Atletico Madrid played a pivotal role in the match's outcome. Nico Gonzalez scored one goal and provided one assist, earning the highest rating of 8.4 for the game, while Omoregbe scored twice, earning an 8.2 rating, just behind Gonzalez. Additionally, Porto's 17-year-old youngster Mora contributed with one pass and one shot. Gonzalez is a product of Barcelona's youth system but did not receive many opportunities at the club. He was once loaned to Valencia by Barcelona and officially left the club last summer to join Porto. Since arriving at Porto, Gonzalez has been given significant responsibility and has become the backbone of the midfield this season. So far…

On December 23, 2024, in the La Liga match, Real Madrid defeated Sevilla 3-1. In this game, what cannot be overlooked is Rodrigo's eye-catching performance. This young man has recently become an invisible big killer for Real Madrid, even the die-hard fans of Madrid couldn't help but exclaim: This guy, the more he plays, the more demon-like, it feels like he's not human! Yes, that's right, Rodrigo's state is simply too hot. If you ask me how he performed in this game, my answer is - he is simply an underrated football superstar, shining and unreserved. This game, we must mention Rodrigo! Well, let's not beat around the bush, let's get straight to the point! In this game, Rodrigo can be said to have held up half the sky by himself. In the first half, he contributed a pass assist and a goal. Imagine when his pass accurately found his teammate, the whole audience was stunned, and the cheers of the fans almost lifted off the roof of the Bernabéu. And when he sent the ball into the opponent's goal himself, the Real Madrid fans were relieved and delighted. To be honest, Rodrigo's performance today is simply relaxed and pleasant, looking very at ease, without any tension at all. Just as if he knew that his current form no longer needed to prove anything. If you watch him play, you might think: Where did this guy come from? His goals and assists seem to be in his hands, easily done. Especially in this game, he directly participated in two goals…

Barcelona's La Masia youth academy is renowned worldwide for consistently producing outstanding young players, with the likes of Messi, Xavi, Iniesta, and Ansu Fati being the pride of the club. Due to the abundance of young talent at Barcelona and the intense competition within the team, the club often has to let go of some players, who then go on to prove themselves elsewhere, such as Olmo and Harvey Simons. Now, another former Barcelona player has stepped up to show his worth. Barcelona took a significant loss by releasing a top midfielder for just 8.4 million euros: scoring 6 goals and providing 5 assists in 25 games, becoming the core of his new team's championship bid. In the early hours of December 29th, during the 16th round of the Portuguese League, Porto faced Boavista at home, winning 4-0 in a comfortable victory. Two young players who left Barcelona and Atletico Madrid played a decisive role in the game's outcome. Among them, Nico Gonzalez scored one goal and provided one assist, earning the highest rating of 8.4 for the match, while Omoregbe scored twice, earning an 8.2 rating, just behind Gonzalez. Additionally, Porto's 17-year-old youngster Mora contributed with one pass and one shot. Gonzalez is a product of Barcelona's youth system but did not receive many opportunities at the club. He was once loaned to Valencia by Barcelona and officially left the club last summer to join Porto. After arriving at Porto, Gonzalez received significant playing time and became the backbone of Porto's midfield this season. So far this season, Gonzalez…

Real Madrid has experienced a dip in performance this season, currently ranking second in La Liga and 20th in the UEFA Champions League. Despite this, the team has shown signs of recovery with recent results of four wins and one draw. Fans are eagerly anticipating the club's actions during the winter transfer window to bolster the squad's strength. It now appears that Real Madrid's "first signing" has been revealed. Congratulations to Real Madrid! The "first winter signing" has been announced, with a top-class defender coming to the rescue, alleviating Coach Ancelotti's urgent need. On December 29th, Spanish media outlet Marca reported that David Alaba, who has been out for an extended period due to injury, is expected to rejoin team training on the 30th of this month. Alaba's return date will be determined by his own recovery progress. It is understood that Alaba has fully recovered from his injury. Alaba suffered a knee anterior cruciate ligament injury last December and has been absent from the team for over a year without playing for Real Madrid. Even without Alaba, Real Madrid has demonstrated its formidable strength, winning five titles this year, excluding the Copa del Rey. Now, as Alaba gradually recovers from his injury and is close to returning, his comeback is indeed akin to a significant new signing for Real Madrid. The new year is approaching, and Real Madrid has at least seven matches scheduled for January 2025. If they reach the final of the Spanish Super Cup, they will play eight matches. Their second match in January is against…

The winter transfer market is always an important opportunity for clubs to reshape their squads and strengthen their capabilities. In the 2023 winter transfer window, two giants, Barcelona and Inter Milan, have already set their sights on their respective targets, attempting to enhance their competitiveness through a series of moves. Barcelona has set its sights on Leverkusen's central defender Jonathan Tah, while Inter Milan has focused on Serie A's new star striker - Bologna's Castro. Let's delve into the dynamics behind these transfers and each club's strategic considerations. First, let's talk about Barcelona. As we all know, Barcelona's defensive issues have plagued them for quite some time. Especially last year and this year, defensive mistakes in key matches often cost them dearly. Considering the team's current defensive depth and several players being unable to play due to injury, Barcelona decided not to spend big money but instead chose to take advantage by targeting Leverkusen's central defender Jonathan Tah. This guy's strength is no fluke. Tah's performance in the Bundesliga this year has been as steady as an old dog, never faltering. So far, he has made 15 interceptions and 49 clearances in 15 rounds of Bundesliga matches, not only helping Leverkusen stand out defensively but also with his stability recognized by everyone. On the Champions League stage, Tah did not disappoint the fans either. Although Leverkusen's overall strength is slightly inferior compared to top-tier giants, Tah's outstanding defensive abilities undoubtedly made the team's defense as solid as a rock. Just imagine, Barcelona can sign such a central defender with Champions…