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Madrid Daily: Yamal’s Mbappé verdict, Courtois’ update, and the race to 100

Madrid Daily: Yamal’s Mbappé verdict, Courtois’ update, and the race to 100

Real Madrid’s players visit Formula 1’s newest circuit, Courtois addresses concerns, and La Fábrica prepares for a final
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The Pros And Cons of Real Madrid’s Zonal Block

The Pros And Cons of Real Madrid’s Zonal Block

In a zonal block, Jose Mourinho’s Real Madrid sits in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Most of the time, the front four remain slightly high compared to the rest of the block. Additionally, the wingers and the attacking midfielder operate in a compact shape horizontally. The goal is to force the opposing team into wide traps. Keeping […]
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Jose Mourinho: “Arda Guler is a player with fantastic potential”

Jose Mourinho: “Arda Guler is a player with fantastic potential”

He spoke before Elche.
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Elche vs Real Madrid 2026 live stream: Time, TV channels and how to watch La Liga online

Elche vs Real Madrid 2026 live stream: Time, TV channels and how to watch La Liga online

Real Madrid visit Elche’s Martínez Valero just a handful of days ahead of Sunday’s crucial Madrid Derbi against Atlético de Madrid. José Mourinho and his men need to keep gaining confidence and momentum after a solid victory against Rayo Vallecano and Elche should give them a good opportunity to do so, even if Real Madrid […]
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Elche vs Real Madrid, 2026 La Liga: Predicted lineups

Elche vs Real Madrid, 2026 La Liga: Predicted lineups

Real Madrid visit Elche in what should be a manageable game for Los Blancos ahead of Sunday’s Madrid Derbi against Atlético de Madrid. Mourinho could decide to make some rotations in this one, while Arda Güler will likely return to the starting lineup. PREDICTED LINEUPS Elche predicted XI: Dituro; Sangaré, Redondo, Chust; Rubén Sánchez, Aguado, Gonzalo […]
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He Ain’t Heavy.. | September 14th, 2026

He Ain’t Heavy.. | September 14th, 2026

Monday Edition of The Daily Merengue
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Elche vs. Real Madrid prediction, where to watch, time for La Liga match

Elche vs. Real Madrid prediction, where to watch, time for La Liga match

La Liga returns Tuesday when Elche host Real Madrid at the Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero.
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CONFIRMED lineups: Elche vs Real Madrid, 2026 La Liga

CONFIRMED lineups: Elche vs Real Madrid, 2026 La Liga

Real Madrid have published their starting lineup for the upcoming match against Elche in La Liga. STARTING LINEUPS Elche starting XI (TBC): Dituro; Sangaré, Redondo, Chust; Rubén Sánchez, Aguado, Gonzalo Villar, Roy Revivo; Lemar, Germán Valera; Fer Niño. Real Madrid starting XI: Courtois; Trent, Konaté, Huijsen, Cucurella; Valverde, Tchouameni; Diomande, Güler, Vinicius, Mbappé. It will […]
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Player Ratings: Real Madrid 4–1 Rayo Vallecano

Player Ratings: Real Madrid 4–1 Rayo Vallecano

Real Madrid beat Rayo Vallecano 4–1 at the Bernabéu, with Kylian Mbappé delivering two goals and an assist, Álvaro Carreras making an electric start, and Arda Güler producing a spectacular cameo off the bench. The scoreline was convincing, though Rayo’s second-half improvement ensured Thibaut Courtois still had plenty of work to do. Thibaut Courtois — […]
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Bernardo Silva: “There is no doubt about the offensive ability of this team”

Bernardo Silva: “There is no doubt about the offensive ability of this team”

Real Madrid midfielder Bernardo Silva talked to Real Madrid TV after the team’s 4-1 win over Rayo Vallecano and was pleased with the victory and the effort. “We are very happy because the three points are the most important thing. Four goals, a great win, and we are very happy, especially with the first half, […]
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CONFIRMED lineups: Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano, 2026 La Liga

CONFIRMED lineups: Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano, 2026 La Liga

Real Madrid have published their starting lineup for the upcoming match against Rayo Vallecano in La Liga. STARTING LINEUPS Real Madrid starting XI: Courtois; Dumfries, Konaté, Rüdiger, Carreras; Valverde, Bernardo Silva; Diomande, Bellingham, Vinicius; Mbappé. Rayo Vallecano starting XI (TBC): Cárdenas; Ratiu, Lejeune, Ciss, Pedrosa; Valentín, Bouaré; Tsitaishvili, Unai López, Álvaro García; Camello. HOW TO […]
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‘There was no one better than me last season’ – Kylian Mbappé praises Lamine Yamal but says he deserves Ballon d’Or

‘There was no one better than me last season’ – Kylian Mbappé praises Lamine Yamal but says he deserves Ballon d’Or

The Frenchman has had his say.