CONFIRMED lineups: Real Madrid vs Villarreal, 2026 La Liga
Real Madrid have published their starting lineup for the upcoming match against Villarreal in La Liga, the first game after the three-week FIFA break.
Managing Madrid • Read More »
Jose Mourinho cancels his Villarreal post-game press conference
Jose Mourinho did not appear for the press conference after Real Madrid beat Villarreal 1-0 at the Bernabeu on Saturday. A red card for Vinicius Junior became the major talking point from the match in the second half, which left Mourinho furious after the decision.
Managing Madrid • Read More »
Vinicius Jr sent off for wild HAIR PULL during Real Madrid’s 1-0 win over Villarreal – as eagle-eyed fans spot Jude Bellingham’s X-rated ‘game’s…
Vinícius was celebrating after scoring for Madrid when referee Isidro Díaz de Mera was called by the video assistant to review the moments before his goal.
Daily Mail • Read More »
3 burning questions from Real Madrid’s rollercoaster 1-0 win vs Villarreal
After the mindless three-week international break, Real Madrid welcomed back club football the only way they know how: a chaotic match filled with numerous talking points.
The Real Champs • Read More »
Immediate Reaction: Real Madrid 1-0 Villarreal
Real Madrid 1-0 Villarreal (Diomande). A hard fought victory with ten men… This is the immediate reaction. Still to come: Player ratings, interviews and a podcast.
Managing Madrid • Read More »
6 stats from Real Madrid 1-0 Villarreal
With Vinícius at the heart of the story even from the bench by Sam Leveridge
Managing Madrid • Read More »
Player Ratings: Real Madrid 1–0 Villarreal
Getty Images Thibaut Courtois: 8. Made four saves and came up big late on, when Real Madrid were down to 10 men and Villarreal were pushing for an equalizer. Trent Alexander-Arnold: 7. Played some incredible passes over the top to Mbappé.
Managing Madrid • Read More »
Mourinho leaves Vinícius role open as Real Madrid weigh next step
Vinícius form is central to Mourinho’s thinking as Real Madrid weigh support, a tailored plan and possible time on the bench against Villarreal.
Football espana • Read More »
Yan Diomande finally had a performance worthy of a Real Madrid player
Yan Diomande finally had a good, well-rounded performance for Real Madrid as he scored the team’s only goal in their win over Villarreal on Saturday.
The Real Champs • Read More »
Top 10 players: Real Madrid 1-0 Villarreal
Diomande opened his account for Real Madrid by Mehedi Hassan
Managing Madrid • Read More »
Arsenal signing on as Chelsea agreement confirmed
Saturday delivered plenty of big news as Arsenal continued their pursuit of a hugely exciting signing.
Football Transfers • Read More »
Daily Thread: 10 October 2026
The Daily Merengue is a place where you can feel free to d all things football. Do not be alarmed by the overt RMCF bias. It’s in the name! Shoutout to the mods who do a fantastic job, Ezek, Valyrian Steel, Kung_Fu_Zizou, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco and yours truly, Felipejack. It’s matchday!
Managing Madrid • Read More »
