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Girona 1-1 Real Madrid | LaLiga – 30 November 2025

A third consecutive draw for Real Madrid in LaLiga. Despite a strong lineup and the return of Thibaut Courtois, the team couldn’t find a late winner against Girona. Kylian Mbappé equalised from the penalty spot after an earlier goal was ruled out for handball, while Vinícius Júnior also had a finish disallowed for offside. Girona struck first before halftime, but Courtois delivered key saves to prevent further setbacks. Madrid pushed, created chances, but leave Catalonia with just one point.

🚨📊 Kylian Mbappé has scored 23 out of the 41 goals Real Madrid have netted this season,
that’s 56%. 🇫🇷🥶

🚨 Only two players have ever scored 53 goals or more in official competitions for Real Madrid in a single calendar year:

▪️ Cristiano Ronaldo (5 times)
▪️ Kylian Mbappé (once)

Matchday in LaLiga. Girona vs Real Madrid.
Los Blancos arrive with a strong XI and high expectations tonight at Montilivi. Courtois returns between the posts, Trent and Fran García provide width, Militão and Rüdiger command the backline.
A powerful midfield trio with Tchouaméni, captain Valverde, and Bellingham sets the rhythm, supported by Arda Güler in creation, while Vini Jr. and Mbappé lead the attack looking to make the difference in the final third.

Every point matters, every moment counts.
Madrid step onto the pitch with quality, depth, and a bench ready to change the game when needed.

Kick-off: 30 November 2025 | LaLiga
Vamos por los 3 puntos. ⚪✨

A European night full of fire 🔥
Olympiacos 3 - 4 Real Madrid - a Champions League classic decided by moments of brilliance and pure attacking power.

Real Madrid take all three points in Athens thanks to Kylian Mbappé’s historic poker (4 goals), supported by creative excellence from Vinicius Jr (2 assists), Arda Güler, Eduardo Camavinga, and a decisive final finish at the hour mark. ⭐

Olympiacos fought back hard with goals from:
⚽ Chiquinho (8’)
⚽ Mehdi Taremi (52’) - assisted by S. Hezze
⚽ Ayoub El Kaabi (81’) - assisted by G. Strefezza

But the night belonged to Kylian Mbappé:
⚽ 22’ - assisted by Vinicius Jr
⚽ 24’ - assisted by Arda Güler
⚽ 29’ - assisted by Eduardo Camavinga
⚽ 60’ - assisted by Vinicius Jr

A thrilling battle, 7 goals, endless intensity - Los Blancos stay dominant in Europe. 🏆⚪

Official: Real Madrid Starting XI vs Elche (Nov 23, 2025)
Real Madrid line-up confirmed for tonight’s La Liga clash against Elche.
Courtois returns in goal, Alexander-Arnold starts wide, and Mbappé leads the attack alongside Rodrygo. Bellingham, Güler and Ceballos take charge of the midfield, with Fran García and Carreras on the flanks and Asencio–Huijsen in central defense.

Starting XI:
Courtois – Alexander-Arnold, Asencio, Huijsen, Carreras – Fran García – Ceballos, Arda Güler, Bellingham – Rodrygo, Mbappé.

Real Madrid look to secure another crucial win and keep pressure at the top of La Liga.

Tough days for Los Blancos as several key players are sidelined:

Thibaut Courtois – right adductor injury (2 weeks)
Federico Valverde – right hamstring issue (10–14 days out).
Aurélien Tchouaméni – hamstring injury, out for a few weeks.
Antonio Rüdiger – muscle discomfort, recovery ongoing.
Dani Carvajal – right knee problem, long-term absence.
Franco Mastantuono – pubalgia (pelvic injury), under treatment.

A challenging period for Real Madrid as Xabi Alonso manages through multiple injuries. Hopefully, after the international break, some of them will be ready to play again 🙏🏻

🚨 Injury Update from Real Madrid 🇪🇸⚪

Real Madrid have confirmed that both Thibaut Courtois and Federico Valverde have picked up muscle injuries following the goalless draw against Rayo Vallecano.

🧤 Thibaut Courtois has suffered an injury to the long adductor muscle in his right leg and will miss Belgium’s upcoming international fixtures. His recovery will be monitored over the next few days as the team hopes for a quick return.

⚡ Federico Valverde has sustained a semimembranosus (hamstring) injury in his right thigh. While not considered serious, the Uruguayan midfielder is expected to rest for around 10–14 days before returning to full training.

📋 Both players are now focused on recovery ahead of Real Madrid’s next La Liga and Champions League fixtures, as the team looks to stay at the top of the table.

⚪️ Full-time at Vallecas: Rayo Vallecano 0–0 Real Madrid

A frustrating night for Los Blancos in a tense and physical contest where chances were there, but the finishing touch wasn’t. Vini Jr., Bellingham, Valverde, and Militão all tested the keeper, while Arda Güler delivered dangerous set pieces throughout the game 🎯

Despite dominating corners and possession, Madrid couldn’t find the breakthrough as Rayo’s defense and goalkeeper Batalla stood firm 🧤

After four straight league wins, the streak ends with a draw that feels like two points dropped in the title race. Time to bounce back stronger after 2 weeks of international break 💪

⚽️ Halftime in Vallecas!
📍 Rayo Vallecano 0–0 Real Madrid

A tight first half in Madrid, both sides pushing but unable to break the deadlock.
Arda Güler tested Batalla early with a powerful left-footed strike, while Vinícius Júnior came close twice to opening the score. Real Madrid dominated possession but faced a resilient Rayo defense and multiple stoppages due to injuries and fouls.

💥 Yellow cards: Huijsen, Brahim Díaz (Real Madrid) | De Frutos, Álvaro García, Ratiu (Rayo Vallecano)
🧤 Courtois and Batalla both keeping their teams in the game!

📝 Starting XI: Courtois, Huijsen, Asencio, Carreras, Valverde, Bellingham, Camavinga, Arda Güler, Mbappé, Vinícius Jr., Brahim Díaz.
💺 Substitutes: Lunin, Militão, Alexander-Arnold, Mendy, Alaba, Rodrygo, Endrick, Ceballos, Fran García, Mestre, Gonzalo García.

Second half coming up, can Madrid find the breakthrough? 👀

Hard Luck My team 🙌🏻🤍

Real Madrid’s unbeaten run in the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 comes to an end after a 1-0 loss against Liverpool.

Despite Thibaut Courtois’ world-class performance, producing seven crucial saves and keeping the team alive until the 61st minute, Alexis Mac Allister’s powerful header from a Szoboszlai free-kick finally broke the deadlock.

Madrid controlled possession for large spells and pushed late with chances from Mbappé, Bellingham, and Vinícius Jr., but Mamardashvili’s reflex saves denied an equalizer.
Defensively, Militão stood strong, and Courtois once again reminded the world why he’s one of the best goalkeepers in football. 🧤💪

📊 Match Stats:

⚽️ Liverpool 1–0 Real Madrid
🎯 Possession: 45% – 55%
🧱 Shots on target: 8 – 5
💪 Saves: Courtois (7), Mamardashvili (4)
🏟️ Venue: Anfield, Liverpool
🗓️ Date: 4 November 2025
🧾 Scorer: Alexis Mac Allister (61’)

Next up: Olympiacos 🇬🇷 vs Real Madrid 🇪🇸 (Matchday 5), time to bounce back stronger! 💪

⚽️ Champions League night at Anfield!
Real Madrid are ready to face Liverpool in their fourth group-stage clash 💥

Here’s Carlo Ancelotti’s starting XI:
🧤 Courtois
💪 Valverde, Militão, Huijsen, Carreras
⚙️ Tchouameni, Camavinga
🎯 Arda Güler, Bellingham
⚡️ Vini Jr., Mbappé

Bench strength 💭: Lunin, Fran González, Endrick, Rodrygo, Trent, Gonzalo, Asencio, Ceballos, Fran García, Brahim, Mendy.

All set for a European classic under the lights ✨