Camavinga still pushed toward the door
The Camavinga noise is not dying down. Reports continue to link Eduardo Camavinga with a winter exit, and Real Madrid want him to leave the club (6) (10). The midfielder has been one of the market's main names all summer for that reason.
Derby win to open Liga F
Real Madrid 3–2 Atlético Madrid in the Liga F opener. Felicia Schröder scored twice before being sent off in a wild Madrid derby (8). A win to start the season, but the red card costs her the next match.
Asencio, a disciplinary case now
Raúl Asencio is in real trouble. The club has opened a disciplinary procedure against the defender after his drink-driving conviction (7) (9) (10). He risks a heavy fine or a sporting sanction.
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Rüdiger steps away from Germany
Antonio Rüdiger has ended his international career with Germany after more than 12 years (3). That means fewer miles on the body for Madrid, and a 33-year-old fully focused on the club.
Benzema and Carvajal on the market
Two former Madrid men are now free agents (13). Karim Benzema and Dani Carvajal can sign with anyone, with the European window shut but possibilities still open for players without a club.
Betis on Friday
You are at La Cartuja di Siviglia on Friday for matchday 4 against Real Betis (1) (2) (4) (5). Madrid sit second on nine points with a +8 goal difference and five straight wins. A win keeps the pressure on at the top.
Fan reactions
Fans are buzzing about the depth. One thread notes the squad feels like it has 25 useful players for the first time in a while, with cover at every position. The women's side is also getting love after beating Ajax 4–1 on aggregate to reach the Champions League league phase draw this Friday.
