Spanish warlock says he's been paid to curse Real Madrid star RonaldoSeptember 30th, 2009 MADRID - A Spaniard warlock has claimed that he has been hired to cast a spell on Real Madrid star and former Manchester United footballer Cristiano Ronaldo. Jose "Pepe" Ruz, 58, from Malaga, has written to Florentino Pirez, the president of Real Madrid - the club that paid 80 million pounds for the Portugal international - to warn him that the hopes of millions of fans are about to be dashed.
Liverpool agree to sell Alonso to Real MadridAugust 5th, 2009 LONDON - Liverpool agreed Tuesday night to sell Spanish midfield footballer Xabi Alonso to Real Madrid, subject to him passing a medical test. Liverpool said the fee would remain undisclosed, but it is thought to be close to 30 million pounds.
Real Madrid unveil Ronaldo in front of 80,000 fansJuly 7th, 2009 MADRID - Portuguese winger Cristiano Ronaldo was unveiled as a Real Madrid player last night and nearly sparked off a riot. According to The Sun, a staggering 80,000 fans crammed the Bernabeu to welcome Ronaldo following his world-record 80-million-pound move from Manchester United.
Real Madrid to bid for Ashley ColeJuly 4th, 2009 LONDON - Spanish football giant Real Madrid are expected to bid for Chelsea star Ashley Cole, after he rejected a new deal with the Blues. According to reports, Cole has rejected the new contract which would have left him at least 30,000 pounds-a-week short of the club's top earners.
Real Madrid sell unwanted Saviola to BenficaJune 27th, 2009 MADRID - Portugese giants Benfica announced late Friday that they had bought Javier Saviola from Real Madrid. According to Spanish and Portuguese media, Benfica will pay Real 5 million euros (6.98 million dollars) for the little Argentine striker.
Real Madrid announces $21M transfer deal with Valencia for Spanish defender Raul AlbiolJune 25th, 2009 Real Madrid agrees to deal for Valencia's AlbiolMADRID — Real Madrid has reached a deal to sign Spain defender Raul Albiol from Valencia. Real Madrid said on its Web site Thursday that the transfer will go through next week after Albiol has passed a physical and signs a five-year contract.
Real Madrid on spending spree, now offers eight million pounds for ArbeloaJune 13th, 2009 LONDON - Real Madrid are set to increase their spending spree, after an eight million pounds offer for Liverpool's Alvaro Arbeloa. There is even speculation the Spanish billionaires will bid 15 million pounds for Chelsea's Ashley Cole to keep him away from Barcelona.
Ronaldo's mum might have made him leave ManU for Real MadridJune 12th, 2009 LONDON - Ace footballer Cristiano Ronaldo might have decided to leave Manchester United in favour of Real Madrid at his mother Dolores Aveiro's insistence, suggest reports. One Carly Haywood, a 25-year-old fan from Leamington Spa, Warks, has revealed that Dolores, 54, revealed her desire to see her son play for Real Madrid as she watched the midfielder playing against Arsenal at Old Trafford last month.
Becks convinced me to join Real Madrid: KakaJune 9th, 2009 LONDON - Brazilian playmaker Kaka has revealed that England's David Beckham, a former team-mate at AC Milan, convinced him to move to Spanish football club Real Madrid. "I can officially say I'm a Real Madrid player," The Mirror quoted the 27-year-old, as saying, adding "My professional link with AC Milan finishes now, but my sentimental link will never end."
"I spoke to some friends, like Beckham, who has already played for Real.
Real Madrid signs Kaka from AC MilanJune 9th, 2009 Madrid signs KakaMADRID, Spain — Real Madrid has announced the signing of Brazilian star Kaka from AC Milan. Madrid gave no financial details but reports on Monday said the Spanish club will pay Milan euro65 million ($92 million) for the attacking midfielder, making it one of the richest deals in soccer history.
Toronto FC confirms exhibition match against Real Madrid at BMO Field in AugustJune 4th, 2009 Toronto FC confirms exhibition against Real MadridTORONTO — Toronto FC has confirmed it will host Spanish powerhouse Real Madrid in an exhibition match this summer. The Major League Soccer club announced on Thursday that the game will take place Aug.
Real Madrid still wants RonaldoJune 3rd, 2009 LONDON - Spanish football giants Real Madrid are still hopeful about securing the services of Manchester United and Portuguese striker Cristiano Ronaldo, despite their world-record 62 million pound splash on Brazilian star Kaka. Real president Florentino Perez insists the 75 million pound it could take to capture Ronaldo from Manchester United remains good value for money.
Real Madrid to play summer exhibition matches in Canada, United StatesJune 3rd, 2009 Real Madrid to play exhibitions in Canada and USMADRID — Spanish soccer powerhouse Real (Ray'Al) Madrid has added a preseason exhibition in Canada to its North American tour this summer. The club said on its Web site Wednesday that Madrid will play Toronto FC at BMO Field on Aug.
Osasuna beat Real Madrid, stay in premier leagueJune 1st, 2009 MADRID - Osasuna made sure they remain in the Spanish football's Primera Liga after beating Real Madrid 2-1 in the last round Sunday. Barcelona won the championship, while Real Betis, Recreativo de Huelva and Numancia were relegated to the second division.
Real Madrid hoping to net Ronaldo, Kaka and RiberyMay 30th, 2009 LONDON - Florentino Prez, who is expected to return as president of the Spanish soccer club Real Madrid Monday, is highly optimistic about Cristiano Ronaldo moving to Bernabu. Prez, who is hoping to be back at the helm of affairs of Real Madrid, talked not only of the "agreement" between Ronaldo and Real Madrid but also the possibility of Kaka and Franck Ribry joining the Spanish club this summer, reports the Guardian.
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