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Yahoo
7 days ago
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- Yahoo
RFEF rejects Real Madrid's appeal to reduce defender's six-game suspension after Copa del Rey fiasco
In a fresh blow to Real Madrid, the Spanish Football Federation's (RFEF) Appeal Committee has rejected the club's appeal against the six-match ban handed to Antonio Rudiger. The decision, reported by SPORT, confirms that the German international will serve the full suspension, stemming from his controversial dismissal in the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona. Advertisement The incident, which occurred in April, saw Rudiger sent off by referee Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea. According to the match report, the defender was expelled for 'throwing an object from the technical area'—a moment that was later revealed via footage to involve a bag of ice that didn't even reach the official. However, the situation escalated when the referee added that Rudiger had to be physically restrained by several coaching staff members due to what was described as an 'aggressive attitude'. No leniency towards Rudiger Antonio Rudiger will stay suspended for six games. (Photo by Florencia) Citing Article 101 of the RFEF Disciplinary Code, the single-judge committee initially imposed a six-match ban, classifying the behaviour as 'mild violence towards the referees'. Advertisement The article provides for a suspension ranging from four to twelve games, meaning that Rudiger actually received a mid-range penalty. Still, Real Madrid believed there were mitigating circumstances. The club's appeal highlighted Rudiger's public apology, posted on social media shortly after the incident, in which he expressed regret and asked for forgiveness. Madrid hoped this gesture of contrition would be enough to reduce the punishment. However, the Appeal Committee saw no grounds for leniency and chose to uphold the original decision. Rudiger, who is currently recovering from a meniscus operation, wouldn't have been fit to feature in the immediate matches anyway. The timing of the suspension coincides with his recovery, though he is hopeful of returning in time for the FIFA Club World Cup under the guidance of new manager Xabi Alonso.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Real Madrid expect defender to return ahead of schedule for Club World Cup
Real Madrid are hoping to salvage their season by winning the Club World Cup, and their chances of doing so appear to have been boosted in recent days. Xabi Alonso's first matches in charge will be during this summer's tournament in the United States, at which point it will be seen what tactic he has in store for Real Madrid. At this stage, the expectation is that he will replicate the 3-4-3 system that he used at Bayer Leverkusen, although he could be short on central defenders for this. Advertisement At this stage, he only has Aurelien Tchouameni and Raul Asencio. Eder Militao is expected to miss out, while there are doubts about David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger being able to make the trip stateside. But in the case of the latter, there is now optimism. Real Madrid to count on Antonio Rudiger for Club World Cup Image via Europa Press As reported by Diario AS, Rudiger is expected to return in time for Real Madrid's second Club World Cup group stage match, which is against Pachuca on the 22nd of June. The Germany international underwent surgery on his knee at the end of April, but while there were doubts about him being available for the United States trip, he is expected to answer them. Advertisement Rudiger has had a tough 2024-25 season up until now, having played through the pain barrier for a long time. His knee problem had got progressively worse, which is why the decision was taken for him to undergo surgery after Real Madrid's Copa del Rey final defeat to Barcelona – a match that he was sent off in, and he was given a six-match suspension on the back of this. It will be interesting to see how much Rudiger is used during the Club World Cup. Real Madrid and Alonso will be keen to not overplay him immediately due to the possibility of a flare-up, which would be a disaster.
Metro
11-05-2025
- Sport
- Metro
Barcelona vs Real Madrid TV channel: How to watch El Clasico in the UK
Barcelona will be on the verge of becoming La Liga champions if they defeat arch-rivals Real Madrid in El Clasico today. Just a few days after being knocked out of the Champions League semi-finals by Inter Milan, Barcelona have the chance to complete a clean sweep of El Clasico victories and all but guarantee the Spanish league title. But beating Real is no easy feat, and Los Blancos players will be extra motivated to win in what will be manager Carlo Ancelotti's final derby game before he leaves in the summer. Here's everything you need to know about Sunday's El Clasico, including how to watch the huge match on TV and live stream in the UK. In the UK, the game will be televised live on Premier Sports, with coverage to begin on Premier Sports 1 at 3.10pm. You can also live stream the action on the Premier Sports app and website. Today's El Clasico kicks-off at 3.15pm UK time at the Barcelona Olympic Stadium – the home side's final match at the venue before they return to the renovated Camp Nou next season. Jules Kounde scored the winner in the last El Clasico but the Barcelona defender is out for the season after suffering a hamstring injury. Left-back Alejandro Balde is back in training, while star striker Robert Lewandowski returned from injury to come off the bench in Milan but Hansi Flick says neither will start today. Captain and goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen recently played his first game in nine months after rupturing his patellar tendon but Flick has confirmed that deputy Wojciech Szczęsny will start this massive game. Real Madrid's defence has been decimated by injuries this season, with Antonio Rudiger, David Alaba, Dani Carvajal, Eder Militao and Ferland Mendy all in the treatment room. Midfielder Eduardo Camavinga is also out for the season, but in better news forward Rodrygo should be fit after missing last week's win over Celta Viga through illness. With four games left, Barcelona lead Real Madrid by four points in the La Liga table. Victory over Los Blancos today would leave them needing to win just one of their remaining three games in order to seal the title. They'd still have an advantage if they drew or lost but their run-in includes clashes against fourth-place Athletic Bilabo and fifth-place Villarreal. More Trending It should be noted that if teams are level on points in La Liga, the first tie-breaker is head-to-head goal difference. Thankfully for Barcelona, they have a huge advantage here having beaten Real 4-0 in October in their first league meeting. Barcelona: Espanyol (A) – May 15Villarreal (H) – May 18 Athletic Bilbao (A) – May 25 Real Madrid: Mallorca (H) – May 14Sevilla (A) – May 18 Real Sociedad (H) – May 25 This is the fourth El Clasico of the season and it comes just two weeks after the last one when the fierce rivals met in the Copa del Rey final. Barcelona lifted the trophy after a 3-2 win courtesy of Jules Kounde's extra-time winner, but there were ugly scenes after full-time when Antonio Rudiger threw ice at the referee. The other two encounters also went Barcelona's way, with a crazy 5-2 win in the Spanish Super Cup in January and the aforementioned 4-0 thrashing at the Santiago Bernabeu. For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Real Madrid consider signing £27m Arsenal star after 'dream target' William Saliba MORE: Spain star rejects Real Madrid and Xabi Alonso to agree Arsenal move MORE: Gary Neville names Inter Milan star who would be perfect for Manchester United
The Sun
10-05-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Real Madrid to raid Premier League again as they eye shock deals for Arsenal's David Raya and Brighton's Bart Verbruggen
BRIGHTON keeper Bart Verbruggen is a shock target for Real Madrid. But he would have to start on their bench. 3 3 The Dutch 22-year-old is fancied by the Spanish giants as they look for a long-term successor to Thibaut Courtois. They could be selling Ukrainian keeper Andriy Lunin, 26, who has been happy to cover for Courtoi s over the last five years. And Real are now ready to ask the big question and find out if Verbruggen fancies the move. The idea is that he would have the chance of becoming their first choice down the line. The Seagulls are aware of the interest and hope for a decision in the summer transfer window. Should Verbruggen leave, they would have to find a top-class replacement for him. Brighton have already been tracking Liverpool No 2 Caoimhin Kelleher, 26, and Burnley's 22-year-old James Trafford for some time. after a long fight. And, therefore, he may be reluctant to give it up for the reserve job behind Courtois, 32, in Madrid. However, all parties need to make the call on a potential move for the Holland international to let the clubs go about their business. Antonio Rudiger sent off for throwing ICE PACK at referee in Copa del Rey final as Real Madrid bench restrain fuming ace Real have also considered Arsenal's Spanish keeper David Raya, 29, for the long-term role. But that deal would be even harder to pull off than Verbruggen. 3
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
How to watch Barcelona vs Real Madrid live: El Clasico TV channel, stream link, team news, prediction
The word "epic" gets overused but good luck trying to steer the adjectives in another direction when describing the upcoming La Liga match between El Clasico rivals Barcelona and Real Madrid. MORE — Barca win Copa del Rey | El Clasico player ratings Advertisement The May 11 match will likely be the decider when it comes the 2024-25 La Liga title, and the fact that it comes on the heels of a 5-goal, lead-alternating, extra time Copa del Rey final between the historic rivals only amps up the tension. Oh, did we mention that three Real Madrid players were sent off near the final whistle for losing their cool — and in Antonio Rudiger's case, his water bottle — at officials? MORE — Barca come up short in Champions League all-timer Yep, one of the world's all-time rivalries remains full of intrigue. At the moment, Barca hold a four-point lead on second place Real with just four matches left each in the La Liga season. A win wouldn't mathematically end Real's one-year reign atop La Liga, but it would signal its imminent demise. Advertisement Then comes this match, and a seven-point lead with only three match days left would signal Barca's return to domestic dominance. How to watch Barcelona vs Real Madrid live, stream link and start time Kick off time: 10:15am ET Sunday (May 11) Venue: Estadi Olímpic de Montjuïc — Barcelona TV/Streaming: ESPN Deportes, ESPN+ This season's Clasico matches October 26, 2024 — La Liga — Real Madrid 0-4 Barcelona January 12, 2025 (Saudi Arabia) — Supercopa de Espana Final — Real Madrid 2-5 Barcelona April 26, 2025 (Seville) — Copa Del Rey Final — Barcelona 3-2 aet Real Madrid — Player ratings Advertisement May 11, 2025 — La Liga — Barcelona vs Real Madrid Barcelona team news OUT: Jules Kounde (knee) Marc Bernal (ACL), Marc Casado (knee), Daniel Rodriguez (shoulder) | QUESTIONABLE: Alex Balde (back), Marc Andre ter Stegen (undisclosed) Real Madrid team news OUT: Antonio Rudiger (knee), David Alaba (knee), Ferland Mendy (muscular), Dani Carvajal (knee), Eder Militao (knee), Eduardo Camavinga (tendon) Barcelona vs Real Madrid prediction It seems absurd that Barca would win all four Clasicos in one season, doesn't it? This Barca looks strong in all aspects, especially given the amount of injuries in Real's defense. Rudiger is a massive miss with Militao and Carvajal already long-term absences, though Lewandowski's not 100% fit status does help the visitors. Advertisement That said, for all of Real's quality they are quite off their path right now. Real are 12W-3D-7L since the start of February and 4W-1D-4L since the start of April. As for Barca? They are on an absurd run since the calendar hit 2025 — the Blaugranas are 24W-2L-4D in all competitions, the lone losses away to Borussia Dortmund and Inter Milan. Maybe this is just one of those years. Barcelona 2-2 Real Madrid.
