Real Madrid continued their record breaking streak, equaling Barcelona’s Spanish record of 18 consecutive wins in all competitions. Meanwhile, there were also wins for Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, as well as Champions League spot favourites (at least for now) Sevilla. … [Read more...]
Real Madrid 4-0 Ludogorets: 3 Records Achieved
In a match that saw not one, not two, not three, but four different records at stake, you knew that Real Madrid would actually play for something, yet that still didn't change the fact that with mostly fringe players and never leaving 3rd gear, the reigning European champions easily dismantled the Bulgarian champions. The first record on the line was of course the most consecutive wins by a Spanish club which until last night, Real Madrid shared with Barcelona. But with their 19th consecutive win in all competitions, Real Madrid are now officially the club with the most consecutive wins in the … [Read more...]
James Says Ronaldo Should Win the Ballon d’Or with “99% of Votes”
Real Madrid’s James Rodriguez believes teammate Cristiano Ronaldo should win the Ballon d’Or by a landslide. "It is an award all players dream of, but the Ballon d'Or is Cristiano's right now," the Colombia international told Marca. "He'll win it again this year because he deserves it, simple as that. He should win with 99 per cent of votes.” … [Read more...]
Sergio Ramos praises Ballon D’or Favourite and Luis Enrique admits his El Clasico Rivals have ‘Better Players’
Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos has hailed his teammate Cristiano Ronaldo, claiming that there are no words left to describe the superstar, according to Sports Mole. The 29-year-old has been breaking records since joining the Spanish giants in 2009 and has now claimed his 23rd La Liga hat-trick. His three goals secured the 3-0 win over Celta Vigo at the weekend for his side’s 18th consecutive victory and he has now overtaken Telmo Zarra and Alfredo Di Stefano in all-time La Liga trebles. … [Read more...]
Why Real Madrid Defence Deserves Credit in Cristiano Ronaldo-Inspired Record Run
After yet another Cristiano Ronaldo hat-trick led Real Madrid to victory for an 18th consecutive occasion on Saturday, CarloAncelotti wasn't hesitant to say that the presence of his main marksman makes the club's weekly task appreciably easier. "Having Cristiano gives us a great advantage," the Italian said in the wake of Los Blancos' 3-0 victory over Celta Vigo, per Inside Spanish Football. "He is in incredible form, he is extraordinarily motivated and he's at his physical peak." … [Read more...]
Marco Asensio signs for Real Madrid
Real Madrid have confirmed the signing of exciting young winger Marco Asensio from Real Mallorca for an undisclosed fee. The European champions announced details of the signing on their official website, including a six-year deal for the player and the news the 18-year-old will remain with Mallorca for the remainder of the current campaign. Asensio has long been expected to complete a move to Los Blancos, but wrangling over various details scuppered a deal going through earlier in the week, per Marca’s Paco Munoz. According to InsideSpanishFootball.com, Barcelona were also very interested in … [Read more...]
Real Madrid vs Ludogorets: Preview & Stats
The Santiago Bernabeu will play host to the final group stage match for Real Madrid in the Champions League this season vs Ludogorets, a match that might see the reigning European champions set not 1, but 2 records with a win vs the team at the bottom of Group B. The first record is becoming the Spanish club with the most consecutive wins in all competitions in history, a record they currently share with Barcelona as both clubs have 18 straight wins. Beating Ludogorets would push Real Madrid towards their 19th consecutive win and make them outright holders of the coveted record. The second … [Read more...]
Real Madrid 3-0 Celta: Records Aren’t Easy
With 18 wins in all competitions, Real Madrid have now equaled Barcelona as the Spanish club with the most consecutive wins in all competitions in history, and with a home match vs Ludogorets in a few days, you have to believe that Ancelotti's men will break the record. In fact, Carlo Ancelotti might have his eyes set on Coritiba's all-time record which is the longest stretch of wins in the history of football in all competitions (recorded history at least). Coritiba's streak went to 24 matches, 6 more than Real Madrid's current streak. To equal it, Real Madrid have to win all their remaining … [Read more...]
Who Can Stop Real Madrid?
17 matches, 17 wins, 64 goals scored, just 9 conceded, and 9 clean sheets = Real Madrid's record-breaking 17-match winning streak with Carlo Ancelotti. The longest winning run in the club's history and second longest by any Spanish club in history (second only to Barcelona's 18 wins). Real Madrid have rampaged to a 10-match winning streak in La Liga that propelled them to the top of La Liga rankings in addition to a 5-match winning streak in this season's UCL that secured the top spot in their group. Finally, they also won their 2 matches in the Copa del Rey this season to set up a potential … [Read more...]
Messi stars in this week’s La Liga team of the week
Messi! Messi! Messi! That was the name on everyone’s lips as the Barcelona man once again broke another record. This time though, it was Telmo Zarra’s long-standing supposedly unbeatable record that was shattered by the little Argentine. Lionel Messi hit a hattrick in what was meant to be a tough test for Barcelona at the Nou Camp against a Sevilla side enjoying a great season. … [Read more...]