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Rafael Benitez gives insight into tactics
Real Madrid boss Rafael Benitez gives an insight into the roles of Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale in his XI this season.Sep 14, 13:24
Rafael Benitez expecting "difficult" Shakhtar Donetsk test
Real Madrid boss Rafael Benitez pays tribute to the qualities of Shakhtar Donetsk ahead of their meeting in the group stages of the Champions League on Tuesday.Sep 14, 11:51
Steven Gerrard: 'Rafael Benitez stupid to sell Xabi Alonso'
Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard says that Rafael Benitez was "stupid" to sell Xabi Alonso to Real Madrid in 2009. Sep 14, 09:33
Steven Gerrard: 'Relationship with Rafael Benitez was distant and emotionless'
Steven Gerrard reveals that his relationship with former Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez was "distant and emotionless".Sep 13, 16:30
Rafael Benitez: 'We can still improve'
Real Madrid boss Rafael Benitez says that Los Blancos "can still improve" despite thumping Espanyol 6-0 in La Liga on Saturday.Sep 13, 12:05
Match Analysis: Espanyol 0-6 Real Madrid
Sports Mole reviews the action of Real Madrid's 6-0 demolition of Espanyol, courtesy of Cristiano Ronaldo's five goals.Sep 12, 16:32
Jamie Carragher: 'Brendan Rodgers must win a trophy at Liverpool'
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher says that Brendan Rodgers needs to win a trophy at the club in order to be taken seriously.Sep 12, 15:17
Team News: Pepe recalled to Real Madrid side
Defender Pepe is back in the Real Madrid starting lineup as boss Rafael Benitez makes four changes to his team for the trip to Espanyol.Sep 12, 13:32
Live Commentary: Espanyol 0-6 Real Madrid - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live commentary as five-star Cristiano Ronaldo leads Real Madrid to a 6-0 demolition away to Espanyol.Sep 12, 13:00
Rafael Benitez: 'Keylor Navas trusts me'
Real Madrid manager Rafael Benitez suggests that he has goalkeeper Keylor Navas's full trust.Sep 12, 11:38
Rafael Benitez calls for fewer international friendlies
Real Madrid boss Rafael Benitez admits his frustration at losing two players to injury in "insignificant" international friendlies.Sep 11, 14:49
Real Madrid's Florentino Perez: 'I have no plans to re-appoint Jose Mourinho'
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez says that he has no plans to re-appoint Jose Mourinho as manager.Sep 11, 07:42
Alvaro Arbeloa: 'Rafael Benitez will improve Real Madrid'
Alvaro Arbeloa is adamant that Real Madrid coach Rafael Benitez will improve the players as they hunt a first Liga title since 2012.Sep 10, 22:20
Preview:Espanyol vs. Real Madrid
Sports Mole previews Real Madrid's visit to Espanyol as the Blancos look to kick on from their 5-0 drubbing of Real Betis last time around.Sep 10, 20:23
Mateo Kovacic confident of earning Real Madrid spot
Croatian midfielder Mateo Kovacic is "sure" that he can force his way into Real Madrid's first XI this season.Sep 9, 13:38
On this day: Everton's Andy Johnson stars on Merseyside derby debut
Nine years ago today, summer signing Andy Johnson scored a brace as Everton defeated rivals Liverpool 3-0 at Goodison Park.Sep 9, 07:00
Carlo Ancelotti: 'I wish Rafael Benitez luck'
Former Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti wishes Rafael Benitez luck in his position as head coach of Los Blancos.Sep 8, 15:17
Denis Cheryshev admits "unpleasant situation"
Real Madrid attacker Denis Cheryshev hopes that head coach Rafael Benitez 'will start rotating the team' as the Russian bids to win a spot in the first team.Sep 7, 16:55
Rafael Benitez 'rejected Real Madrid to stay at Liverpool'
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez reveals that current boss Rafael Benitez turned down the job after guiding Liverpool to second in the Premier League in 2008-09.Sep 5, 16:14
Manchester United: Real Madrid "clumsiness" to blame for David de Gea's failed move
Manchester United claim that Real Madrid's "clumsiness" was to blame for the collapse of David de Gea's move to the La Liga outfit.Sep 5, 01:21
La Liga Team of the Week – Week Two
Sports Mole picks out its latest La Liga Team of the Week following another round of fixtures in Spain's top flight.Aug 31, 11:55
Real Madrid to move for Liverpool left-back Alberto Moreno?
Real Madrid are reportedly considering a late swoop for Liverpool left-back Alberto Moreno.Aug 31, 07:33
Player Ratings: Real Madrid 5-0 Real Betis
Sports Mole takes a closer look at how each player performed during Real Madrid's 5-0 win over Real Betis in La Liga.Aug 29, 23:33
Match Analysis: Real Madrid 5-0 Real Betis
Sports Mole dissects the 90 minutes of action as Real Madrid beat Real Betis 5-0 in La Liga on Saturday evening.Aug 29, 22:59
Gareth Bale, James Rodriguez inspire Real Madrid win over Real Betis
Rafa Benitez claims his first La Liga victory as Real Madrid head coach with a 5-0 demolition of Real Betis, courtesy of doubles from James Rodriguez and Gareth Bale.Aug 29, 22:42
Half-Time Report: Real Madrid in control against Real Betis
Gareth Bale and James Rodriguez find the net as Real Madrid take a 2-0 lead into the break of their La Liga clash with Real Betis.Aug 29, 21:16
Live Commentary: Real Madrid 5-0 Real Betis - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live commentary of the La Liga clash between Real Madrid and Real Betis at the Bernabeu.Aug 29, 20:22
Sullivan: Rafael Benitez "was within three hours" of joining West Ham United
West Ham United joint chairman David Sullivan reveals that Real Madrid manager Rafael Benitez was "within three hours" of becoming the club's manager earlier this summer.Aug 28, 21:37
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Ryan Babel tweet sparks sexism controversy
Former Liverpool winger Ryan Babel sparks outrage on Twitter by suggesting to a female user that she should not try to talk about football.Aug 28, 21:21
Preview:Real Sociedad vs. Sporting Gijon
Sports Mole previews the La Liga clash between Real Sociedad and Sporting Gijon.Aug 27, 23:43
Preview:Real Madrid vs. Real Betis
Sports Mole previews the La Liga match between Real Madrid and Real Betis at the Bernabeu.Aug 27, 17:57
Champions League: Who could English teams draw?
Sports Mole takes a look at the best and worst case scenarios for the four English clubs in today's Champions League group draw.Aug 27, 08:30
Jose Mourinho: 'Chelsea's 2013 Europa League win was bad for the club'
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho says that the club's Europa League triumph in 2013 under Rafael Benitez was "not good" for the club.Aug 27, 06:04
Rafael Benitez "sure the goals will come"
Real Madrid boss Rafael Benitez insists that he is not concerned by his team's goalless draw at Sporting Gijon on the opening weekend of the new La Liga season.Aug 26, 14:34
Report: Cristiano Ronaldo struggling under Rafael Benitez
A report claims that Cristiano Ronaldo is struggling to adapt to new Real Madrid head coach Rafael Benitez.Aug 25, 17:21
Marcelo confident of Rafael Benitez
Real Madrid defender Marcelo insists that Los Blancos will be successful under new head coach Rafael Benitez.Aug 25, 14:58
Gareth Bale: 'Real Madrid will score goals'
Real Madrid attacker Gareth Bale is "100% sure" that his team will soon hit the goal trail following their stalemate against Sporting Gijon at the weekend.Aug 25, 14:47
Report: Lucas Silva heading for Marseille loan
A report claims that Real Madrid midfielder Lucas Silva is close to joining Marseille on a season-long loan.Aug 25, 14:34
Report: Valencia want Denis Cheryshev
A report claims that Valencia are interested in signing Real Madrid attacker Denis Cheryshev this summer.Aug 25, 12:49
Report: Real Madrid's Asier Illarramendi to rejoin Real Sociedad
Real Sociedad are on the verge of bringing Real Madrid midfielder Asier Illarramendi back to the Anoeta Stadium, according to reports.Aug 24, 21:41
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