schuster: real madrid suffering for not replacing kroos

Schuster: Real Madrid suffering for not replacing Kroos

Ex- Real Madrid player and coach Bernd Schuster says Kylian Mbappe should not be blamed solely for Real’s inconsistent start to the year. Instead he feels that the team not replacing Toni Kroos is part of the reason for their recent struggles.  Mbappe has played well since joining from Paris Saint-Germain over the summer, although many people have expected more from him.  Schuster while speaking at a golf event on Saturday said: “Sometimes people like him come in with a lot of quality. Normally it’s easier for them, but sometimes it’s a bit difficult. I think it’s a question of matches. He knows what he has to do, it’s a question of time. The whole team has to change a bit, not just him. “In the team, right now there is no one there (to replace Toni Kroos). He was the last one. He has marked 10 years at Real Madrid with the way of playing. His solidity was only his and that cannot be replaced. There is no one there now and we have to find a formula for things to work the same way. “There will not be another like him because he has marked an era and this cannot be changed in two months.” 

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football predictions today: alaves vs barcelona sure tips

Football Predictions Today: Alaves VS Barcelona Sure Tips

In this La Liga offering, Deportivo Alaves will face Barcelona in an Alaves VS Barcelona showdown at the Estadio Mendizorroza on Sunday. The two teams have had very different starts to the season, and will want to dominate here.  Use MatchPlug to get the Todays Prediction, picks, odds, and analysis for Alaves VS Barcelona. We have Sure Tips for various La Liga previews.  Predictions and Betting Preview For Alaves VS Barcelona Odds provided by 1XBet. Betting On Alaves Deportivo Alaves are 11th position in La Liga table presently and have been inconsistent this term. The hosts fell to a devastating 2-0 loss at the hands of Getafe last week and will need to bounce back in this fixture.  Alaves have won just two of their last 21 games against Barca in La Liga and have lost more matches to only Real Madrid in the history of the competition.  Betting On Barcelona Barcelona are presently at the top of the La Liga standings and have been in excellent form this season. They beat Young Boys by an extensive 5-0 score in the UEFA Champions League in their previous match and will want to recreate the same scoreline this weekend. Barca have an exceptional squad within their ranks and have been in great goalscoring form under Hansi Flick. Robert Lewandowksi has been resourceful this campaign and will want to increase his goal tally here.  MatchPlug Prediction For Alaves VS Barcelona  Deportivo Alaves have not performed well this season and will need to improve in this fixture. Barcelona are the better club presently and should win this match.  Final Prediction: Barcelona Moneyline. 

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football predictions today: real madrid vs villarreal

Football Predictions Today: Real Madrid VS Villarreal Sure Tips

Real Madrid will take on Villarreal in a tough fixture happening at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu tonight. Both clubs have played well this campaign and will want to win Real Madrid VS Villarreal.  Use MatchPlug to get the Todays Prediction, picks, odds, and analysis for Real Madrid VS Villarreal. We have Sure Tips for various Premier League previews.  Predictions and Betting Preview For Real Madrid VS Villarreal  Odds provided by 1XBet. Betting On Real Madrid  Real Madrid are in second position in the Serie A table and have been inconsistent this term. They fell to a shocking 1-0 loss to PSG side Lille in the UEFA Champions League this week and will need to redeem themselves in this fixture. Madrid have an excellent squad at their disposal and appear unstoppable on paper. Vinicus Junior has been outstanding for his team over the past year and will need to dominate in this fixture.  Betting On Villarreal Villarreal are in third position in the La Liga standings and have consistently swung at stronger opponents this term. They won Las Palmas by a 3-1 scoreline in their last match and will want to recreate that this weekend.  Madrid have an excellent recent record against the guests and have won 24 out of the last 47 games played between the two clubs. This is more than Villarreal’s six wins.  MatchPlug Prediction For Real Madrid VS Villarreal  Villarreal have tormented the hosts in past meetings and are in great form entering this match. They are feisty when they play and could hold Real Madrid to a tough match this weekend.  Final Prediction: Real Madrid Moneyline. 

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barcelona could go for erling haaland in deal worth over 170m

Barcelona could go for Haaland in deal worth over £170M

Barcelona could target Manchester City forward Erling Haaland this summer.  Haaland has played a key role at City, scoring 101 goals in 107 appearances since his transfer in 2022.  His performances have helped the Citizens win two Premier League titles and the Champions League.  According to The Mirror, City are pushing to make sure they keep Haaland for the long term.  The Norwegian has a contract until 2027 that comes with a £175M to a non-English club.  Due to that release clause, the Catalans believe they can convince Haaland to join their side.

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madrid debry paused as atletico fans throw objects onto pitch

Madrid derby suspended as Atletico Madrid fans throw objects onto pitch

The match between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid was paused because of chaos erupting in the standings, as supporters threw multiple items onto the pitch. The referee suspended the Madrid derby midway through the second half after Atletico fans started throwing items onto the pitch. Real was leading through Eder Militao in the 64th minute, and items were thrown from behind Thibaut Courtois’ goal, before Atletico players, including Koke, and manager Diego Simeone appealed for peace.  Real’s players were apparently happy to keep playing, but the referee, in accordance with La Liga’s protocols, decided to take the players off. Blancos goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois was spotted clearing objects from his area, including a lighter that he gave to officials.  Both Simeone and Koke tried calming fans on both sides down, heading behind Courtois’ goal post to speak to them directly. After a break in play for 20 minutes, the game was finally continued. 

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darvich restless at barcelona

Darvich restless at Barcelona

Noah Darvich is restless at Barcelona. The rookie forward is presently with Barca Atletic, but Jijantes reports that he is uncertain about his long-term prospects with the Blaugrana.  In four matches this term, Darvich has played for 130 minutes. Several opponents from across Europe are monitoring the German youth national’s situation.  Darvich was an excellent player as he helped Germany win the U17 World Cup last year. 

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zamalek chief reaffirms plans for real madrid star ramos

Zamalek chief reaffirms plans for Real Madrid star Ramos

Zamalek directors have reaffirmed their interest in Real Madrid star Sergio Ramos. The ex Real and Spain captain is still a free agent after leaving Sevilla last summer.  He was linked with Zamalek earlier this week and now the Egyptian team’s director Ali Hisham Nasr said: “Zamalek is a great club and deserves players like that. “We see the agreement with Ramos not only as something good in sporting terms, but also for marketing. The player is free and it would be a great advantage to hire him. Any club in the world wants Ramos.” According to AS, Sergio is listening to Zamalek, although Saudi Arabia club Al Orobah is also interested in him. 

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football predictions today: rayo vallecano vs atletico madrid

Football Predictions Today: Rayo Vallecano VS Atletico Madrid Sure Tips

Atletico Madrid will visit Rayo Vallecano at the Estadio de Vallecano, fresh off a remarkable performance in the UEFA Champions League. Catch all the action for Rayo VS Atletico. You can get Todays football Tips, picks, and odds for Rayo VS Atletico on MatchPlug. We are the Best Prediction site for previews and tips for all La Liga matches. Predictions and Betting Preview For Rayo Vallecano VS Atletico Madrid Odds provided by 1XBet. Betting On Rayo Vallecano  Rayo Vallecano will enter the weekend hoping to win their guests, after failing the last 16 matches between the two clubs since 2013. Vallecano displayed a strong fighting spirit on Monday when they scored three second-half goals to secure a 3-1 comeback win over Osasuna at the Estadio de Vallecas.  Before that, Rayo were on a three match winless run, playing a goalless draw with Getafe before taking successive losses against Barcelona and Espanyol. They have scored seven points from the first 15 available to sit 10th in the La Liga standings, four points off Atletico in second place.  Betting On Atletico Madrid  Atletico Madrid began their 2024-25 Champions League season on a high note as they secured a 2-1 comeback victory over RB Leipzig in midweek. This was to maintain their impressive run of results in La Liga, where they have recorded three victories and two draws from their first five games this campaign.  Madrid enter this fixture undefeated in 11 successive matches across all contests, securing nine victories and two draws since a 4-1 loss against Osasuna on May 19. MatchPlug Prediction For Rayo Vallecano VS Atletico Madrid  Rayo Vallecano will enter this match with refreshed confidence as they look to give a good performance. But, Atletico Madrid have the ammunition required to dispatch the hosts and we support them to win this match. Final Prediction: Atletico Madrid Moneyline.

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football prediction today: villarreal vs barcelona

Football Predictions Today: Villarreal VS Barcelona Sure Tips

Villarreal will face off against Barcelona on Sunday, when both sides meet in a Villarreal VS Barcelona La Liga matchup.  Use MatchPlug to get the Football Prediction for today, picks, odds, and analysis for Villarreal VS Barcelona. We are a Winning Prediction Site to get La Liga previews.  Predictions and Betting Preview For Villarreal VS Barcelona  Odds provided by 1XBet. Betting On Villarreal Villarreal started the season with a 2-2 draw against Atletico Madrid and has won three and drew one of their next four league matches. They scored in their last 11 home outings across all competitions.  The team is winless in three of the last four home meetings in all competitions. Villarreal have played against some pretty powerful teams in that period which is a point to be noted. Since they’ll face a Barca side with strong offence, Villa losing this match won’t be a bad stance to take. Betting On Barcelona Barcelona began the new season with outstanding performances and now top La Liga standings. They delivered five highly motivational victories in the beginning of the year and will be in high spirits. All their wins this term saw their attacking unit score at least two each. Matter of fact, they scored 11 goals in just the last two league outings.  Moving on, Barcelona were undefeated in 23 of the last 25 fixtures against Villarreal. They have a 16-game undefeated streak against their opponents at this venue and have managed to win the last five consecutive meetings. Barca’s offence scored 14 goals in the last five games versus Villarreal here.  MatchPlug Prediction For Villarreal VS Barcelona  The Barcelona defence were breached in the last five road games in a row. Villarreal have scored in their last 11 home matches. However, Barca are the better team by far and will win this game, but not without a fight from Villa.  Final Prediction: Barcelona Moneyline.

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football predictions today real madrid vs espanyol

Football Predictions Today: Real Madrid VS Espanyol Sure Tips

Real Madrid will want to steal Barcelona’s lead in the La Liga standings when they welcome Espanyol to their Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday. Don’t miss Real Madrid VS Espanyol. MatchPlug has the Expert Football Predictions, picks, and odds for Real Madrid VS Espanyol. We are the Best Prediction Site where you can find reliable La Liga previews. Predictions and Betting Preview For Real Madrid VS Espanyol  Odds provided by 1XBet. Betting On Real Madrid Real Madrid have shown signs of development lately and since big bucks signing Kylian Mbappe has finally found his goal-scoring ability, a home win isn’t far-fetched here.  Rodrygo will return to the starting 11, while Brahim Diaz will join players like David Alaba, Dani Ceballos, and Eduardo Camavinga in the recovery room.  Betting On Espanyol  Meanwhile, Espanyol will want to capitalise on their consecutive victories over Rayo Vallecano and Deportivo Alaves. But considering their struggles on the road, Madrid has the upper hand in this fixture.  Fernando Calero and Edudard Exposito will not be showing up for Espanyol, as both players are out with injuries.  MatchPlug Prediction For Real Madrid VS Espanyol  Real Madrid have won Espanyol in all of the last nine times these two sides met at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu. Saturday’s meeting should be no different.  Final Prediction: Real Madrid Moneyline.

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