Why do some giants always remain as stable as Mount Tai, while others collapse at critical moments? This question may have found an answer in the European football scene on this night. The four giant teams of Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, AC Milan, and Inter Milan interpreted the importance of strength, tactics, mentality, and luck in football with their respective performances. Among them, there were crushing victories, tenacious reversals, and the regret of losing a good game. Bayern Munich faced off against Red Bull Salzburg in a friendly match, resulting in a 6-0 scoreline. Frankly, the direction of the game was largely anticipated by fans. After all, Bayern's strength has long surpassed that of many second-tier European teams. From the start to the end of the match, the Bavarians hardly gave their opponents any breathing room: they had a possession rate of as high as 70%, and their number of shots was overwhelming. Interestingly, this game reminded people of a confrontation between the two teams in 2019, when Bayern won 7-1 over the Red Bulls. The two games were almost identical - with a strong pressing game, quick and fluid attacking rhythm, and a comprehensive explosion of individual player abilities. Over the past few years, Bayern's playing style has remained stable, relying on a tight tactical system that allows players to perform freely both in the club and in the national team. However, the question arises: does an easy victory in a friendly match truly represent the team's true level? Some fans may question: can Bayern maintain such a state…

In the world of football, the referee's whistle often determines the direction of a match. However, in a clash between Valencia and Real Madrid, the whistle became the source of all controversy. Real Madrid faced multiple "unfair" decisions in this dramatic encounter, from overlooked fouls to red cards that sparked outrage, and the VAR's "mysterious silence." This ordinary La Liga match turned into a storm of controversy, leaving us to question: Is the referee the guardian of the game or the creator of disputes? The Mestalla Stadium, known as Valencia's "devil's home ground," has never shied away from tough battles, even against superpowers like Real Madrid. Despite a recent decline in performance, Valencia has managed two wins and two draws in their last five home matches against Real Madrid, losing only once. When facing Real Madrid, Valencia always brings their A-game, sometimes even exceeding expectations. The match started with Valencia showing great initiative, and in the 27th minute, they finally broke through Real Madrid's defenses. Duro scored during a quick counterattack, sending the crowd into a frenzy. However, slow-motion replays quickly plunged the goal into controversy—earlier, Rodrigo appeared to be fouled by a Valencia player during a challenge, but the referee took no action. This scene infuriated the Real Madrid players on the field, while Ancelotti, sitting on the bench, spread his arms and shook his head repeatedly. Was the referee really blind, or did they choose to "turn a blind eye"? No one could tell. In the second half, Real Madrid attempted to intensify their attack and finally earned…

In the first game of the new year, Real Madrid won cleanly against Valencia, securing the top spot on the leaderboard with a comeback victory. This is undoubtedly a cause for celebration, as who wouldn't enjoy seeing their team at the top of the standings? However, a closer look reveals that this victory was not as glorious as the score suggests. Vinicius Junior (referred to as Vinicius) was sent off with a red card due to an impulsive act, shifting the focus from the win to an "incident," and even sparking internal strife in the locker room after the match. Behind this, the role of Kylian Mbappé is particularly intriguing. Vinicius' red card, Mbappé's "advice," and the potential major cleanup at Real Madrid have all come together to create a "palace drama" within the football world. During the match, Mbappé repeatedly tried to dissuade Vinicius from losing control of his emotions. Many see this behavior as a display of leadership, as it takes courage to step up and prevent a teammate from acting impulsively in such tense moments. However, there seems to be more to his actions and subsequent statements. According to reports, Mbappé publicly stated after the game that he hopes the club will sell Vinicius. His reasoning sounds reasonable – the team needs more stable and reliable players. However, external interpretations are not so simple. Some analysts believe that this is Mbappé taking the opportunity to push out Vinicius and consolidate his position as the core of Real Madrid. After all, since joining Real Madrid, Mbappé has been…

A Crazy Night in Football: Bayern and Real Madrid Create Big Disasters, Milan Comeback to Kill Inter and Win the Title On the early morning of January 7th, Beijing time, the Italian Super Cup final, Spanish King's Cup, and friendly matches were fiercely contested overnight. Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, Inter Milan, and AC Milan, four major giants, took part in the matches. Among them, Milan made a thrilling comeback to defeat Inter 3-2, while Real Madrid won 5-0 against Minella, and Bayern Munich swept Salzburg 6-0. Italian Super Cup: Milan 3-2 Inter This was the third time the two teams met in the Italian Super Cup, with each team winning one game previously. In the first half, both teams had five shots on goal, with Inter hitting the target twice and Milan once. The only goal came during stoppage time when Lautaro scored from close range to give Inter a 1-0 lead. In the second half, Inter quickly extended their lead to 2-0 with a goal from De Vrij assisting Taremi. Shortly after, Theo scored directly from a free-kick to bring Milan back into the game at 1-2. In the 80th minute, Pulisic equalized for Milan, making it 2-2. Then in the 93rd minute, Leao assisted Abraham to score, completing Milan's remarkable comeback victory at 3-2. Lautaro, who scored the opening goal for Inter, has now scored four goals in six appearances in the Italian Super Cup, becoming Inter's top scorer in the competition. He also equaled Dybala's record as the joint-top scorer in the history of the Italian Super…

Under new coach Ruben Amorim, last season's best player Diogo Dalot remains one of Manchester United's absolute mainstays. However, the Portuguese full-back's performance has been unsatisfactory, as he has had to play out of position on the left, leading to growing dissatisfaction among Red Devils fans. However, in European football, the 25-year-old Dalot has attracted many potential buyers, including Real Madrid! At the start of the season, Real Madrid veteran Dani Carvajal suffered a serious knee ligament injury that required surgery and ended his season, leaving coach Carlo Ancelotti in need of a new right-back. Trent Alexander-Arnold of Liverpool is the player "Galacticos" most want to sign, but prying him away from Anfield is no easy task. The 26-year-old Alexander-Arnold not only came through the ranks at Liverpool but has spent his entire career there and is also in contention for the club's second-ever Premier League title. Therefore, whether his contract is about to expire or not, leaving in January is not his preferred option. After Alexander-Arnold, Real Madrid sees Manchester United's Dalot as a backup option. English media reports reveal that they have been keen to find out if Amorim would be willing to sell this Portuguese international. Despite playing a key role for the Red Devils so far this season, Dalot has been playing out of position at left-back due to Luke Shaw's continuous injuries. In the recently concluded double-header against Liverpool, Dalot outperformed Alexander-Arnold, causing the latter to be substituted early by manager Jurgen Klopp. However, if Manchester United were to bring in a new left-back, Dalot…

The year 2025 has arrived, and European football has entered its winter break. Apart from the English Premier League and Serie A, all other leagues have entered their off-season. In the early hours of this morning, the Italian Super Cup final was held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with both Inter Milan and AC Milan reaching the final to compete for the championship. Additionally, in the third round of the Spanish King's Cup, Real Madrid faced off against lower-tier team Minera away from home. Due to the Bundesliga's break, Bayern Munich found a friendly match opponent in Red Bull Salzburg. Each team experienced a mix of joy and sorrow, with some celebrating and others feeling down. Inter Milan 2-3 AC Milan Inter Milan has been the most stable team in Serie A this season. Coach Simone Inzaghi has largely retained the core lineup that won the title last season. Recently, they have achieved five consecutive victories in various competitions and are ranked third in the Serie A standings. On the other hand, AC Milan's state this season has been more volatile. Coach Fonseca was sacked mid-season, and Concelao took over. In the semi-finals of the Italian Super Cup, AC Milan staged a comeback to eliminate Juventus and advance. In the first league encounter between the two teams this season, AC Milan defeated Inter Milan, handing them their first loss of the season. During the match, in the first half, Reinard missed a good opportunity, Maignan made an excellent save, Calhanoglu was injured and withdrawn, Taremi assisted Lautaro to score a low…

After the introduction of Mbappe, Real Madrid's strength did not significantly increase, but as the season progressed, several star players in the front line of the Galacticos, whose valuations all exceeded 100 million euros, also delivered their expected performances; after winning the previous round of make-up matches, Real Madrid became the leader of La Liga for the first time this season. On the early morning of January 7th, Beijing time, in the third round of the King's Cup, Real Madrid played away against Minera Sports, with Balvede, valued at 130 million euros, contributing a pass and a shot, and the 19-year-old Gulailer scoring twice, leading Real Madrid to a big win with 5 goals. Minera Sports comes from the Xieyi B League, and has never participated in La Liga or the second division in its history; because the opponent is not strong, Courtois and Rudiger did not enter the squad, and Ancelotti also let Mbappe, Bellingham, and Vinicius sit on the bench. Endrick, Gulailer, and Diaz partnered in the attack; Modric, Balvede, and Camavinga anchored the midfield; Fran Garcia, Diego Aguado, Asensio, and another Aguado formed a defensive line trained by Real Madrid, with Lunin as the goalkeeper. After the start of the game, Real Madrid achieved a dream start. In the 2nd minute, Endrick made a pass, and Gulailer's shot was saved by Martinez; in the 4th minute, Gulailer passed straight through, and Endrick's counter-offside shot was saved by the onrushing Martinez; in the 5th minute, Diaz crossed, and Minera Sports made an error in clearing the ball, Balvede…

For Real Madrid, after achieving a record of 4 wins and 1 draw in the last 5 matches across various competitions, they have undoubtedly regained their form. On the La Liga leaderboard, they have also returned to the top spot that they had been away from for a long time. Currently, apart from the two long-term injured players Militao and Carvajal, all other injured players have recovered and returned to the team. At the same time, after the opening of this transfer window, Florentino has actively operated several good transfers targeting the shortcomings in the squad. Ancelotti is expected to have a more competitive lineup in the second half of the season. The "Twin Stars" are expected to sign a package deal Objectively speaking, since last season, due to serious injuries suffered by players like Alaba, the defense has become the weakest position for Real Madrid. Therefore, before the start of this season, Real Madrid prioritized the recruitment of central defenders, with Jolo once being just one step away from playing at the Bernabeu. After this transfer was intercepted, Florentino did not choose to bring in other replacements, which also laid hidden dangers for this season. When the season started, Alaba's return was repeatedly delayed, Militao suffered another serious injury, and Ancelotti faced a more severe situation on the defensive line than last season. In addition, Joanameni's performance after retreating to the backline this season was not ideal, and most of the time it was Rudiger who relied on his personal ability to hold on. Moreover, on the left-back position,…

Goodbye Real Madrid! The new Ronaldo makes his stance clear! Unwilling to accept Mbappe, angering Coach Ancelotti, or heading to the Bundesliga to chase the Golden Boot Endrick, as one of the key talents cultivated by Real Madrid in recent years, has always been a young player with both high value and considerable ability. Especially during the summer, he even participated in the Copa America with the Brazilian team, being seen as a future leader within Brazil. However, after joining Real Madrid, Endrick did not receive many opportunities, only managing to get 160 minutes of playing time this season. Moreover, these were mostly during garbage time, which left the player himself quite dissatisfied with his situation. Endrick's team believes that he is capable of competing with Mbappe for playing time and opportunities, rather than just being a substitute and wasting his time at Real Madrid. Endrick also hopes to quickly gain playing opportunities to prove his promising future, but Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti seems reluctant to give him too many chances, never allowing him stable playing time. As a result, this player, known as the new Ronaldo, has completely turned his back, hoping to leave directly during the winter transfer window. Although Real Madrid also wishes to continue cultivating Endrick, they are helpless in the face of the player's resolute desire to leave. Real Madrid can only consider letting him go, while multiple Bundesliga teams hope to extend an invitation to Endrick. Because without a doubt, Endrick's abilities and talent are top-tier; it's just that Real Madrid has too…

Barcelona was actually performing quite well at the beginning of this season, and many believed they could break Real Madrid's dominance in La Liga. However, recent events have shown signs that Barcelona is on the verge of collapse. Recently, La Liga announced that Barcelona players Olmo and Victor are unable to register. This announcement has caused significant turmoil within Barcelona. The players themselves are very disappointed with the club. As a Spanish international, if Olmo cannot be registered, he will not even be able to participate in Spain's national team matches, which is unacceptable to the player. It is highly likely that he will leave for free. Barcelona's top management is also very dissatisfied with Laporta's approach this time and wants to pressure him to resign. Some top management now believe that Laporta should step down and that it is inappropriate for him to continue managing the club. Among these issues, the player registration problem alone has cost Barcelona 120 million euros. If Laporta steps down, Barcelona will once again fall into turmoil. Currently, Laporta himself refuses to step down, but Barcelona's top management will hold an opposition vote. If more than half of the people believe that Laporta should step down, he will be directly removed from his position. However, Laporta is also making a final struggle. He hopes to maintain unity within Barcelona and focus on winning the league championship this season.