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Rafael Benitez: 'Cristiano Ronaldo is unquestionable'
Real Madrid boss Rafael Benitez insists that he would have no problem replacing Cristiano Ronaldo during a match, but says that the Portuguese "guarantees goals".Oct 6, 11:38
Pepe Reina wants "old Liverpool" back following Brendan Rodgers axe
Pepe Reina says that he wants the "old Liverpool" back at Anfield following Brendan Rodgers's sacking.Oct 5, 16:17
Rafael Benitez lavishes praise on Casemiro
Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro is "very good for any type of match", according to Los Blancos boss Rafael Benitez, who selected the Brazilian against Atletico Madrid. Oct 5, 14:36
Rafael Benitez defends Karim Benzema sub
Real Madrid boss Rafael Benitez defends his decision to replace goalscorer Karim Benzema in the latter stages of Sunday's 1-1 draw with Atletico Madrid in La Liga.Oct 5, 12:53
Karim Benzema "fed up" of being subbed
Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema says that he is "fed up" with being substituted by head coach Rafael Benitez this season.Oct 5, 12:25
Premier League 2015-16 in numbers: Week 8
Sports Mole picks out a selection of statistics from each of the 10 Premier League matches that were played this weekend.Oct 5, 10:14
On this day: Fernando Torres stars as Liverpool recover to beat Man City
Seven years ago today, Fernando Torres scored a brace as Liverpool came from two goals down to beat Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.Oct 5, 07:00
Rafael Benitez laments Atletico Madrid draw
Rafael Benitez feels that his Real Madrid troops should have come out of their derby at Atletico Madrid with all three points instead of one.Oct 5, 00:13
Match Analysis: Atletico Madrid 1-1 Real Madrid
Sports Mole dissects the 90 minutes of La Liga action as Atletico Madrid come from behind to claim a point in a 1-1 draw with Real Madrid on Sunday.Oct 4, 21:13
Half-Time Report: Karim Benzema header gives Real Madrid lead over Atletico Madrid
An early Karim Benzema header gives Real Madrid a 1-0 lead over Atletico Madrid at the Vicente Calderon, as Antoine Griezmann misses a penalty for the hosts.Oct 4, 19:18
Team News: Fernando Torres handed start for Atletico Madrid in derby
Fernando Torres starts for Atletico Madrid in their city derby with rivals Real Madrid.Oct 4, 17:52
Rafael Benitez: 'Gareth Bale will be in Real Madrid squad against Atletico Madrid'
Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale will be in contention to take part in Sunday's La Liga derby against against Atletico Madrid, according to manager Rafael Benitez.Oct 4, 16:07
Top five Premier League managerial meltdowns
Following Jose Mourinho's meltdown yesterday evening, Sports Mole picks out five other Premier League bosses that have lost their cool in front of the cameras.Oct 4, 10:30
Rafael Benitez: 'I hope Cristiano Ronaldo stays for many more years'
Rafael Benitez hopes that Cristiano Ronaldo will stay at Real Madrid for "many more years" to increase his goalscoring record and legend at the club.Oct 3, 14:46
Preview:Atletico Madrid vs. Real Madrid
Sports Mole previews the La Liga clash between local rivals Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid at the Vicente Calderon.Oct 2, 15:59
On this day: Chelsea condemn Liverpool to worst Premier League start in 13 years
On this day in 2005, Chelsea record a 4-1 victory over Liverpool to condemn the Reds to their worst start in the Premier League for 13 years.Oct 2, 07:00
Rafael Benitez praises Real Madrid's squad players
Head coach Rafael Benitez praises the performances that his Real Madrid squad players put in against Malmo.Oct 1, 13:31
Match Analysis: Malmo 0-2 Real Madrid
Sports Mole analyses the Champions League match between Malmo and Real Madrid at the Swedbank Stadion.Sep 30, 21:20
Team News: Real Madrid make three changes for Malmo, four players out injured
Real Madrid coach Rafael Benitez makes three changes for his side's Champions League clash with Malmo, as Alvaro Arbeloa, Mateo Kovacic and Casemiro are named to start.Sep 30, 18:03
Live Commentary: Malmo 0-2 Real Madrid - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text commentary as Real Madrid earn a 2-0 victory over Malmo in their Champions League clash.Sep 30, 17:45
Report: Martin Odegaard struggling to impress Rafael Benitez
Real Madrid midfielder Martin Odegaard is reportedly struggling to impress first-team head coach Rafael Benitez in the new season.Sep 30, 16:26
Nacho: 'Rafael Benitez can count on me'
Real Madrid defender Nacho insists that he can play anywhere across the back four as head coach Rafael Benitez looks for a solution to his injury woes in defence.Sep 30, 13:37
Preview:Malmo vs. Real Madrid
Sports Mole previews the Champions League Group A clash between Malmo and Real Madrid.Sep 29, 22:39
Rafael Benitez: Cristiano Ronaldo "guarantees goals"
Real Madrid coach Rafael Benitez claims that Cristiano Ronaldo "guarantees goals" after their goalless draw with Malaga over the weekend.Sep 29, 19:45
Rafael Benitez names Real Madrid squad
Real Madrid boss Rafael Benitez names just five defenders in his squad for Wednesday's Champions League group match in Malmo.Sep 29, 10:13
Real Madrid's Gareth Bale "stepping up the recovery"
Real Madrid's Gareth Bale posts a video of himself running as he steps up his recovery from a calf injury.Sep 27, 15:44
Keylor Navas: Real Madrid "angry" with Malaga draw
Real Madrid goalkeeper Keylor Navas reveals that his teammates are "angry" following their 0-0 draw with Malaga.Sep 27, 10:05
Bernd Schuster: 'Keylor Navas will last at Madrid'
Former Real Madrid coach Bernd Schuster feels that the club's current number-one keeper Keylor Navas has the quality to play in goal for the Blancos for a long time.Sep 27, 03:34
Rafael Benitez laments Real Madrid profligacy after Malaga stalemate
Real Madrid coach Rafael Benitez acknowledges that poor finishing cost the Blancos all three points in the 0-0 draw with Malaga.Sep 26, 23:57
Match Analysis: Real Madrid 0-0 Malaga
Sports Mole dissects the 90 minutes of action as Malaga secure an unlikely La Liga point in a 0-0 draw at Real Madrid.Sep 26, 18:59
Half-Time Report: Real Madrid frustrated by Malaga
Malaga frustrate Real Madrid and reach half time on level terms with Los Merengues at the Bernabeu.Sep 26, 17:09
Mateo Kovacic thanks manager Rafael Benitez after making first Real Madrid start
Real Madrid newcomer Mateo Kovacic thanks manager Rafael Benitez after making his first start for the club in Wednesday's win over Athletic Bilbao.Sep 25, 09:01
Preview:Real Madrid vs. Malaga
Sports Mole previews the La Liga match between league leaders Real Madrid and struggling Malaga at the Bernabeu.Sep 24, 16:58
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Video: Real Madrid stars Cristiano Ronaldo, Marcelo show off secret handshake
Real Madrid stars Cristiano Ronaldo and Marcelo show off a secret handshake in training.Sep 24, 11:18
Match Analysis: Athletic Bilbao 1-2 Real Madrid
Sports Mole dissects the 90 minutes of action as Real Madrid record a 2-1 win at Athletic Bilbao in La Liga.Sep 23, 21:35
Karim Benzema brace sends Rafael Benitez's Real Madrid top of La Liga
Real Madrid move to the top of the La Liga table following a 2-1 win over Athletic Bilbao at the San Mames stadium.Sep 23, 20:54
Team News: Mateo Kovacic starts for Real Madrid, Sabin Merino earns start for Athletic Bilbao
Mateo Kovacic starts for Real Madrid as Rafael Benitez makes one change from the side that beat Granada on Saturday, while Sabin Merino earns a start in attack for Bilbao.Sep 23, 18:18
Steven Gerrard: 'Rafael Benitez relationship distant'
Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard suggests that his relationship with former manager Rafael Benitez has always been distant, despite his success working under the Spaniard.Sep 22, 21:36
Preview:Athletic Bilbao vs. Real Madrid
Sports Mole previews Athletic Bilbao's La Liga clash as they welcome travelling Real Madrid to the new San Mames stadium.Sep 22, 16:06
Rafael Benitez: 'Cristiano Ronaldo is indisputable'
Real Madrid boss Rafael Benitez once again pays tribute to the qualities of Cristiano Ronaldo, calling the 30-year-old "indisputable".Sep 22, 14:08
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