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Sources: Real Madrid president Perez wants Eriksen, Zidane prefers Pogba

ESPN FC’s Gab Marcotti dives into Gareth Bale’s saga at Real Madrid, calling the star’s antics “idiotic.”

Alejandro Moreno breaks down Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo’s impact on El Clasico.

Shaka Hislop questions whether or not Gareth Bale will leave Real Madrid in January.

Steve Nicol explains the impact Eden Hazard’s first goal for Real Madrid will have on his overall game.
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is considering a move for Tottenham’s Christian Eriksen in January, but manager Zinedine Zidane’s priority remains Manchester United’s Paul Pogba, according to ESPN FC sources.
Zidane made public his admiration for Pogba, but Madrid were unable to meet United’s valuation. Eriksen, who hinted at a Spurs exit in the summer, is in the final year of his contract.
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Sources: Atletico Madrid’s Thomas burgled for the second time in a week

Alexis Nunes and Julien Laurens break down Real Madrid’s 0-0 draw with derby rivals Atletico Madrid, including an underwhelming effort from Eden Hazard.

Craig Burley says Atletico Madrid are good enough to defeat Real Madrid despite getting off to a slow start in league play due to a strong midfield.

ESPN FC’s Steve Nicol and Craig Burley discuss Alvaro Morata’s winning goal and Joao Felix’s first La Liga start for Atletico Madrid.
Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey had his house burgled for the second time in a week on Saturday, sources close to the player have confirmed to ESPN FC.
Thomas was away from the household as he played for Atletico during the 0-0 draw against Real Valladolid in La Liga on Sunday.
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The burglars backed off once they realised the player’s sister was in the house at the time, but it is understood that they still managed…

Sources: Atletico Madrid’s Thomas joins list of players to have homes burgled

Sid Lowe reacts to Zinedine Zidane’s comments about Eden Hazard’s slow start at Real Madrid leading into the Madrid derby.

Steve Nicol says Lionel Messi alone won’t solve Barcelona’s concerns on the pitch in what is shaping up to be a tight La Liga title race.

With Lionel Messi set to miss more games with a groin injury, the FC crew question if Ernesto Valverde can turn Barca’s fortunes around.
Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey has joined the long list of footballers who have had their houses burgled in Spain in recent months, sources close to the player have confirmed to ESPN FC.
The incident happened on Monday afternoon when Thomas’ housekeeper was at home, and although she was not hurt, the sources acknowledged the “shock” caused, saying players are “worried” and “afraid” of what has become a trend in Spain.
The burglary in Thomas’ house is the second in less than two days after…

Sources: Atletico Madrid’s Thomas joins list of players robbed in Spain

Sid Lowe reacts to Zinedine Zidane’s comments about Eden Hazard’s slow start at Real Madrid leading into the Madrid derby.

Steve Nicol says Lionel Messi alone won’t solve Barcelona’s concerns on the pitch in what is shaping up to be a tight La Liga title race.

With Lionel Messi set to miss more games with a groin injury, the FC crew question if Ernesto Valverde can turn Barca’s fortunes around.
Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey has joined the long list of footballers who have had their houses robbed in Spain in recent months, sources close to the player have confirmed to ESPN FC.
The incident happened on Monday afternoon when Thomas’ housekeeper was at home, and although she was not hurt, the sources acknowledged the “shock” caused, saying players are “worried” and “afraid” of what has become a trend in Spain.
The robbery in Thomas’ house is the second in less than two days after…

Zidane: Madrid’s goals conceded ‘laughable’

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane described the goals they conceded in their 2-2 draw at home to Club Brugge in their Champions League group stage clash as "laughable."
Madrid went into half-time 2-0 down at the Bernabeu thanks to tw…

Eden Hazard: I can do much better at Real Madrid

Alexis Nunes and Julien Laurens break down Real Madrid’s 0-0 draw with derby rivals Atletico Madrid, including an underwhelming effort from Eden Hazard.

Craig Burley says Atletico Madrid are good enough to defeat Real Madrid despite getting off to a slow start in league play due to a strong midfield.

Sid Lowe reacts to Zinedine Zidane’s comments about Eden Hazard’s slow start at Real Madrid leading into the Madrid derby.
Real Madrid forward Eden Hazard has said he is not affected by criticism but admitted he can produce much better performances for the club.
Hazard missed the first three La Liga games through injury but since his return, he has failed to demonstrate the form that made Madrid spend an initial £88.5 million to sign him from Chelsea in the summer.
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The forward said he is back to full fitness and asked…

Sources: Real Madrid’s Casemiro had house robbed during derby

Alexis Nunes and Julien Laurens break down Real Madrid’s 0-0 draw with derby rivals Atletico Madrid, including an underwhelming effort from Eden Hazard.

Craig Burley says Atletico Madrid are good enough to defeat Real Madrid despite getting off to a slow start in league play due to a strong midfield.

Sid Lowe reacts to Zinedine Zidane’s comments about Eden Hazard’s slow start at Real Madrid leading into the Madrid derby.
Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro had his house robbed while he was playing the derby against Atletico Madrid on Saturday, sources close to the player have confirmed to ESPN FC.

Casemiro’s wife and his daughter were at their home when the incident happened but neither were hurt.
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The Brazil international has become the latest footballer to have his house broken into in Spain in recent times.

The houses of Casemiro’s…

Sources: Zidane under pressure at Real Madrid

Craig Burley says Zinedine Zidane has done an excellent job managing egos at Real Madrid, but is failing in other management areas.

ESPN FC’s Alejandro Moreno says Juventus’ defensive issues came to the forefront in a 2-2 draw against Atletico Madrid.

Frank Leboeuf joins the ESPN FC crew to break down how Paris Saint-Germain came together as a team to defeat Real Madrid 3-0 in the Champions League.

ESPN FC’s Steve Nicol cannot find a positive thing to say about Real Madrid’s performance in their 3-0 defeat at PSG.
Zinedine Zidane is under pressure at Real Madrid following the 3-0 defeat at Paris Saint-Germain, according to ESPN FC sources.
After winning three successive Champions League titles, Zidane left his post as Madrid manager in summer of 2018 only to return in March 2019 following a difficult campaign which saw replacements Julen Loptegui and subsequently Santiago Solari sacked.
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But the Frenchman has struggled to bring about…

Modric injured, likely to miss PSG-Madrid clash

Azerbaijan earned their first point of the Euro 2020 qualifying campaign with a late equalizer that cancelled out Luka Modric’s first half penalty.

Nikola Vlasic takes on Slovakia’s defense by himself and opens the scoring for Croatia in a 4-0 away win.

Romania scored twice in the first 15 minutes as they prevailed 4-1 over Croatia in their Group C opener of the Euro U-21 Championship.

Croatia held off Wales’ late second half surge for a vital 2-1 win in Group E of European Championship qualifying.
Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric will miss Saturday’s match against Levante after the club announced he has suffered an injury to the abductor muscle on his right leg, and is a doubt for Wednesday’s clash with Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League.
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Sources have told ESPN FC Zidane may look to the youth team for the clash with Levante.
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Modric’s injury, which comes just one day after he returned from international duty, makes him the 11th player to…

Sources: Atletico want Icardi on loan from Inter

The ESPN FC panel break down group F and talk whether Inter or Borussia Dortmund would be able to knock Barcelona out of the group stage.

Romelu Lukaku scored in his Serie A debut against Lecce on Monday. Alejandro Moreno breaks down the positives and negatives of his performance for Inter.

Steve Nicol says Romelu Lukaku’s first goal for Inter only adds to his reputation as a flat-track bully, given it came against newly-promoted Lecce.

Inter start the Antonio Conte era in style, with a debut goal for Romelu Lukaku and an Antonio Candrea stunner. To watch Serie A, sign up to ESPN+.
Atletico Madrid are negotiating a deal to sign Mauro Icardi on loan from Inter Milan with the option to buy for €70 million, sources have told ESPN FC.
The Argentina forward has been placed on the transfer market by Inter and saw his No. 9 shirt taken by new signing Romelu Lukaku. 
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He has been linked with moves to Serie A rivals Juventus and Napoli but, according to ESPN FC sources, would be delighted to join Atletico…

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