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Real Madrid Confirms Contract Extension for Luka Modric Following Mbappe’s Arrival

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2 years ago

July 17, 2024

After a season of speculation about his future, Luka Modric’s tenure at the Santiago Bernabeu has been secured with a contract extension, confirmed by Real Madrid a day after Kylian Mbappe’s presentation.

As customary for players over thirty at Real Madrid, Modric has signed a one-year extension, marking his 13th year at the club. The 38-year-old midfielder, boasting 26 trophies and 534 games for Real Madrid, is set to become the team’s oldest player this season and aims to add to his illustrious trophy cabinet.

The upcoming season under Carlo Ancelotti raises questions about Modric’s role amidst a competitive midfield lineup. With Fede Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni likely starters, Modric may compete for the third midfield slot with Eduardo Camavinga, especially if Jude Bellingham continues in a more advanced role.

Despite his age, Modric proved pivotal for Ancelotti’s squad last season, often making significant contributions off the bench.

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Arsenal Stay Top as Liverpool Hit Five in Premier League Showdowns

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3 days ago

March 2, 2026

Samson Adeyanju

By Samuel Adeola

Arsenal maintained their grip at the top of the Premier League with a hard fought 2-1 victory over Chelsea in a tense London derby.

The Gunners showed composure under pressure to secure all three points and keep their title ambitions firmly on track.

Manchester City remain in close pursuit after edging Leeds United 1-0 away from home. The narrow win keeps City within touching distance as the title race intensifies.

At Anfield, Liverpool delivered the standout performance of the weekend, thrashing West Ham 5-2 in a ruthless attacking display. The emphatic result strengthens Liverpool’s push for a Champions League place.

Elsewhere, Manchester United boosted their European hopes with a 2-1 win over Crystal Palace. Everton stunned Newcastle 3-2 in a dramatic encounter, while Brentford edged Burnley 4-3 in a seven goal thriller.

Brighton secured a 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest and Fulham defeated Tottenham 2 1. Bournemouth and Sunderland shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw.

With Arsenal leading and City close behind, the title race remains wide open, while the battle for European places continues to gather pace.

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Champions League Round of 16 Draw Produces Heavyweight Clashes

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6 days ago

February 27, 2026

Samson Adeyanju

By Samuel Adeola

The draw for the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League Round of 16 has produced blockbuster fixtures as Europe’s elite begin their knockout push toward Budapest 2026.

Among the standout ties, Paris Saint-Germain will face Chelsea, while Real Madrid renew their rivalry with Manchester City in what is billed as the clash of the round.

Elsewhere, Galatasaray take on Liverpool, and Atalanta meet Bayern Munich.

Other fixtures see Newcastle United against Barcelona, Atletico Madrid versus Tottenham Hotspur, Bodø/Glimt against Sporting CP, and Bayer Leverkusen facing Arsenal.

The ties will be played over two legs in March, with winners advancing to the quarter-finals.

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UEFA Champions League: Madrid, PSG, Atalanta, Newcastle Reach Round of 16

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1 week ago

February 26, 2026

Samson Adeyanju

By Samuel Adeola

The UEFA Champions League play-off round concluded on Wednesday, with several top clubs sealing places in the Round of 16 ahead of Friday’s draw.

On Tuesday, Atlético Madrid defeated Club Brugge 4-1 to advance 7-4 on aggregate, while Bayer Leverkusen progressed 2-0 overall after a goalless draw with Olympiacos.

Bodø/Glimt stunned Inter Milan 2-1 away to seal a 5-2 aggregate win. Newcastle United thrashed Qarabağ 3-2 for a 9-3 aggregate victory.

On Wednesday, Atalanta BC came from behind to beat Borussia Dortmund 4-1 and advance 4-3 on aggregate. Real Madrid edged Benfica 2-1 to progress 3-1 overall, while defending champions Paris Saint-Germain drew 2-2 with Monaco to go through 5-4 on aggregate. Galatasaray also eliminated Juventus.

The Round of 16 draw holds Friday, February 27, 2026.