Tag: Santiago Bernabeu

Molina Strikes Another Screamer but Atletico Fall Short in Madrid Derby

Nahuel Molina
March 2026

Nahuel Molina scored a spectacular long-range equaliser for Atletico Madrid, continuing his recent run of eye-catching goals from distance. The strike briefly pulled Atletico level, but Real Madrid still went on to win a dramatic 3-2 derby at the Bernabeu. Reuters reported that Molina thundered in a 30-metre effort to make it 2-2 before Vinicius Junior restored Real Madrid’s lead soon after. The goal reinforced Molina’s growing value as an attacking outlet from full-back, even in a losing cause.

Arbeloa Unconcerned Over Mbappe and Bellingham Joining National Teams

Alvaro Arbeloa
March 2026

Alvaro Arbeloa has played down concerns about Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham joining their national teams despite recent fitness issues. The Real Madrid coach said both players are ready to play and sees no problem with them representing France and England. Mbappe has been managing a knee issue and Bellingham has had hamstring concerns, but Arbeloa said both are fit enough to face Atletico Madrid and travel internationally. He stressed that top players will always be called up and trusted them to manage themselves responsibly.

Gareth Bale Says Alonso Failed at Real Madrid Because He Was a Coach Not a Manager

Xabi Alonso
January 2026

Bale blamed Alonso’s Madrid failure on not managing egos and pressure at the Bernabeu, despite strong tactical ability and early results. Bale argued Real Madrid requires a manager who can handle personalities and scrutiny, not only a tactician, implying that mismatch helped unravel Alonso’s tenure after the Super Cup loss and subsequent fallout.

Vinicius Pleads for Bernabeu Backing After Monaco Rout and Booing Hurt

Vinicius Junior
January 2026

Vinicius said recent whistles at the Bernabeu have affected him and asked supporters to back the team, while stressing he wants focus on his football, not off-field drama or coaching changes. He said he felt uncomfortable because mistakes were met with boos, accepted fans’ right to demand more, denied influencing Alonso’s exit, and called for unity after recent setbacks. He also played down contract noise and said he remains calm with just over a year left on his deal.

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