Real Madrid

Defending champions Real Madrid continued their title defence in style as they cruised to a comprehensive win over Celta Vigo 4-1 in La Liga's second week ...

In the absence of Toni Kroos and Casemiro, with the latter transferred to Machester United for £70 million, Modric remained phenomenal as he gave Madrid the lead with a signature curling shot just before halftime, and he later set up Vinicius Junior with a brilliant pass to make it 3-1 after the break. With goals from Luka Modric, Federico Valverde, and Vinicius Junior, Real Madrid earned its second victory of the season and signalled the intention to continue its domination over the title. Karim Benzema scored the opening goal of the game on a penalty before Iago Aspas equalized for the home side, but then Madrid upped the ante and drifted the game away from Celta Vigo’s reach.

Usual suspects Karim Benzema and Vinicius Junior scored in Real Madrid's routine 4-1 win over Celta Vigo on Saturday as the holders continued their perfect ...

Real Madrid's Karim Benzema, center, kicks the ball during a Spanish La Liga soccer match between Celta Vigo and Real Madrid at the Balaidos stadium in Vigo, Spain. On Sunday, Athletic Bilbao and Atletico Madrid host Valencia and Villarreal respectively in crucial fixtures. Luka Modric and Federico Valverde also found the back of the net, Other gameweek two fixtures in Spain however witnessed a flurry of red cards -- two each in Espanyol vs Rayo Vallecano and Sevilla vs Valladolid clashes, and one in Osasuna vs Cadiz match.

The summer transfer window is here, and there's plenty of gossip swirling about who's moving where. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, ...

[Memphis Depay](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/159255/Memphis-Depay) is moving closer to a [Juventus](/soccer/team?id=111) transfer, according to [Sky Sport Italia](https://gianlucadimarzio.com/it/depay-juventus-trattativa-calciomercato-news-10-agosto-2022). The Albania international has already attracted interest from [Atalanta](/soccer/team?id=105), and appears set to depart North London after being displaced by from Antonio Conte's starting 11 for this season following the arrival of [Ivan Perisic](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/103485/Ivan-Perisic). [Mauro Icardi](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/167411/Mauro-Icardi) from PSG, reveals [Ekrem Konur](https://twitter.com/Ekremkonur/status/1560903912852492288?t=0gFjjMgGCWxxIG_rjMEshvhI3bo75UKRuOlWbUyydzc&s=19). Aubameyang reportedly is interested in a move to Stamford Bridge following the departure of [Timo Werner](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/191088/Timo-Werner) now that [Robert Lewandowski](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/125824/Robert-Lewandowski)'s arrival in Barcelona could siphon away playing time. Maurizio Sarri is still searching for a left-back this transfer window, and after failing to secure the signing of Chelsea's [Emerson Palmieri](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/159051/emerson), the Serie A side are set to pursue the 25-year-old from [Tottenham Hotspur](/soccer/team?id=367). The 28-year-old defender, who made just four Premier League appearances last season, is not part of Erik ten Hag's plans for the season and is fifth-choice centre-back following the arrival of [Lisandro Martinez](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/233937/Lisandro-Martínez). Despite only arriving at the Camp Nou in the January transfer window, the 33-year-old could be set to leave as Barcelona look to sign [Jules Kounde](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/231692/Jules-Koundé). According [to Marca](https://www.marca.com/futbol/real-madrid/2022/08/20/63009c7b22601ddc5b8b4590.html), the [England](/soccer/team?id=448) international is closer to joining Carlo Ancelotti's side following [Casemiro](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/173666/Casemiro)'s imminent move to Manchester United. The 24-year-old winger is set to return to the Premier League in a deal reportedly worth more than £25m plus add-ons. [Marseille](/soccer/team?id=176) and Manchester United have reached a full agreement to sign [Eric Bailly](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/212342/Eric-Bailly) on loan, reports [Fabrizio Romano](https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1560943171332366337). "There have been a few offers in for some players -- nowhere near the valuation the club would want to sell. Instead, it will fund his transfer to the Santiago Bernabeu as Real Madrid look to act ahead of Liverpool.

After Celta Vigo striker Iago Aspas cancelled out Karim Benzema's early penalty on Saturday evening, goals from Luka Modric, Vinicius Jr and Federico ...

Asenjo failed to control the ball, and Karim Rekik scored five minutes after Anuar Tuhami had given the promoted side an 80th-minute lead. The second round began on Friday night with Rayo Vallecano winning 2-0 away to Espanyol. Both of Betis’ goals in their 2-1 win away to Mallorca, and Osasuna’s two goals in their 2-0 home win over Cadiz came from the penalty spot, Xinhua reports.

The transfer of Casemiro from Real Madrid to Manchester United caught almost everyone by surprise. The Brazilian midfielder has been an instrumental part of ...

Real Madrid did not stand in Casemiro’s way when the opportunity presented itself and it follows Los Blancos’ lack of sentiment when it comes to veteran players. [Wayne Rooney](https://www.football-espana.net/tag/wayne-rooney). News of United’s interest first broke on Tuesday and by Friday the deal was done.

The 36-year-old opened his La Liga account for the 2022-23 season in some style as he curled a fantastic strike beyond a helpless Agustin Marchesin.

The goal restored the Spanish champions' one-goal lead after Karim Benzema and Iago Aspas both scored early penalties. Modric soon turned provider as he picked out Vinicius Junior with an unbelievable through ball to start one of the most clinical counter attacks you'll see all season. The five-time Champions League winner left Renato Tapia in a heap on the floor before curling a sensational effort beyond Agustin Marchesin and into the top corner from 25 yards.

No Casemiro, no problem. Aurelien Tchouameni stepped up as Real Madrid rolled over a Celta Vigo team that couldn't keep up.

26 ( [watch LIVE on ESPN+](https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/37eca2d5-ec06-470f-b81b-0a129ec9d9ca)) and then they host Cádiz one week later. 28 ( [watch LIVE on ESPN+](https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/5ee7c66a-7a8e-45ed-9621-5bde9c8216e3)) ahead of the home opener at the newly renovated Bernabeu against Real Betis on Sept. [Espanyol](/football/team?id=88) on Aug. [Real Madrid](/football/team?id=86) cruised to [a comfortable victory](/football/match/_/gameId/643790) over [Celta Vigo](/football/team/_/id/85/celta-vigo), 4-1, in LaLiga's second week of the season and the club's first game since [Casemiro](https://www.espn.in/football/player/_/id/173666/Casemiro)'s expected departure for Manchester United. [LaLiga table](http://www.espnfc.com/soccer/table/_/league/esp.1) But it's a part of football and we have to carry on without him." [Upcoming fixtures](http://www.espnfc.com/soccer/fixtures?league=esp.1) [Luka Modric](https://www.espn.in/football/player/_/id/76762/luka-modric), [Vinicius Junior](https://www.espn.in/football/player/_/id/252107/vinicius-junior) and [Federico Valverde](https://www.espn.in/football/player/_/id/235818/federico-valverde) all scored in what would be an emphatic statement of intent from Real Madrid to put the rest of LaLiga on notice. [Highlights and notable moments](#highlights) [Best/worst performers](#bestworst) Modric on Casemiro leaving: "It's a shame, we made history with him and he was fundamental. He put Madrid ahead with a trademark curling shot before half-time and later played a visionary pass for Vinicius Junior to make it 3-1 after the break. [Real Madrid-Celta Vigo report](/football/match/_/gameId/643790)

British media said United had closed on a deal worth up to 70 million euros for the Brazilian, who has 63 caps for his national country.

He is understood to have undergone a medical ahead of the deal. Manchester United have reached an agreement with La Liga champions Real Madrid for the transfer of defensive midfielder Casemiro, the Premier League club said. British media said United had closed on a deal worth up to 70 million euros for Casemiro, who has 63 caps for Brazil.

Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti had said earlier Friday that Casemiro was in negotiations for a move and a deal was imminent. He said he spoke with Casemiro and ...

The 30-year-old Casemiro has been with Madrid since 2013 and is regarded as one of the world’s best holding midfielders. Ancelotti said Madrid has replacements for Casemiro, though, including young France midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni, who was signed in the offseason. “Then we’ve got Kroos, who can play in that position too, just like he did in my second year here, and there’s Camavinga as well.” “Real Madrid’s plans don’t change,” he said. It opened this season by winning the UEFA Super Cup. Do not type comments in all capital letters, or in all lower case letters, or using abbreviated text. United said the transfer is subject to the agreement of personal terms, UK visa requirements and a medical. He helped Brazil win the 2019 Copa América. If he doesn’t stay, we’ll have an enormous sense of gratitude to him for all he’s done.” There are talks right now, he’s still a Real Madrid player at this stage, but he wants to leave.” “He wants to try a new challenge, a new opportunity,” Ancelotti said in a news conference. Madrid thanked Casemiro and called him a club legend.

Antonio Rudiger was one of the best defenders in the world at Chelsea before joining Los Blancos on a free transfer. On the other hand, the fans must have been ...

According to stats from The 14-time Champions League winners wanted the Brazilian, but a deal was complicated due to the fact that he possessed a non-EU passport. Real Madrid have not made a lot of additions this summer but they have added definite quality to their squad.

Aspas penalty cancelled out Benzema spot kick · Modric worldie restored Madrid's advantage · Vinicius Jr and Valverde wrapped up the win for Los Blancos.

With the strength of Barcelona and Atletico below them, they probably can't afford to drop the same amount of points as they did last season. [August 20, 2022] [pic.twitter.com/zi0zwFEfrp] [August 20, 2022] He did everything that we had come to expect of his predecessor: break up play, dribble past players and pass effectively. [pic.twitter.com/9flxwqA09n] [August 20, 2022] THE BIGGER PICTURE: Having battled with Celta for much of the first half, the second half just highlighted how good Carlo Ancelotti's look again this season.

Iglesias, who also scored in last week's season-opening 3-0 defeat of Elche, again made no mistake with his 73rd-minute penalty.

Do not type comments in all capital letters, or in all lower case letters, or using abbreviated text. (example: u cannot substitute for you, d is not 'the', n is not 'and'). "He is a fantastic leader for us. Iglesias, who also scored in last week's season-opening 3-0 defeat of Elche, again made no mistake with his 73rd-minute penalty, and Betis held on for a 2-1 win as Lee hit the woodwork from a late free-kick. Vinicius Junior and Federico Valverde added further goals in the second half while Eden Hazard had a late penalty saved as Madrid built on their La Liga season-opening 2-1 win at Almeria and joined Real Betis and Osasuna on six points at the top of the fledgling standings. A stunning strike by Luka Modric helped Real Madrid on their way to a 4-1 victory at Celta Vigo on Saturday as the reigning Spanish champions made it two wins from two in La Liga this season.

Why have Real Madrid not been able to bring through players from their academy, despite them going on to become huge success stories elsewhere?

Another point of view is that luck plays a significant role in this situation. Even if they wanted to, little or nothing could be done in terms of bringing in players because you simply cannot be patient at a club of this calibre that seeks victory at every turn. It is no surprise that La Fabrica is synonymous with the word ‘quality’, and this level has been upheld throughout. You may be one of the best in the world and yet struggle at Real Madrid because one bad day could lose you your place in the team. La Fabrica, which literally translates to “The Factory,” has lived true to its name. When it comes to creating talent every season continuously, the setup boasts of unmatchable excellence.

According to Marca, Real Madrid are looking to improve their squad following Casemiro's departure and believe that Borussia Dortmund starlet Jude Bellingham ...

[Manchester United](https://sportscafe.in/football/team/manchester_united) reportedly in the running but Marca has reported that [Real Madrid](https://sportscafe.in/football/team/real_madrid) are looking into a potential move. So much so, that the now 19-year-old was a part of the England squad that reached the finals at Euro 2020 with Bellingham now considered to be amongst the brightest young talents in world football. According to Marca, Real Madrid are looking to improve their squad following Casemiro’s departure and believe that Borussia Dortmund starlet Jude Bellingham would be the perfect option.

Iglesias, who also scored in last week's season-opening 3-0 defeat of Elche, again made no mistake with his 73rd-minute penalty.

Do not type comments in all capital letters, or in all lower case letters, or using abbreviated text. (example: u cannot substitute for you, d is not 'the', n is not 'and'). "He is a fantastic leader for us. Iglesias, who also scored in last week's season-opening 3-0 defeat of Elche, again made no mistake with his 73rd-minute penalty, and Betis held on for a 2-1 win as Lee hit the woodwork from a late free-kick. Vinicius Junior and Federico Valverde added further goals in the second half while Eden Hazard had a late penalty saved as Madrid built on their La Liga season-opening 2-1 win at Almeria and joined Real Betis and Osasuna on six points at the top of the fledgling standings. A stunning strike by Luka Modric helped Real Madrid on their way to a 4-1 victory at Celta Vigo on Saturday as the reigning Spanish champions made it two wins from two in La Liga this season.

Rumours suggested that the Red Devils had plans to unveil Casemiro as a Manchester United player before their game against Liverpool. But now, it looks like ...

It will be interesting to see if Los Blancos do decide to sign a replacement for Casemiro or not. Manchester United and Real Madrid reached an agreement over the transfer of Casemiro a few days back. Casemiro’s move from Real Madrid to Manchester United hits hurdle