The team had their final session before tomorrow’s second leg of the Spanish Super Cup at home. Continue reading
Ready For the Second Leg Of The Spanish Super Cup
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Prepping For The Second Leg
14 Aug
Cristiano. Sigh.
Sooooooo….how about that first leg of the Spanish Super Cup, eh? That was…well… Continue reading →
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In Barcelona & Ready For The Match
13 AugThe team is in Barcelona and ready for the first leg of the Spanish Super Cup. Continue reading →
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Ready For The First Leg Of The Spanish Super Cup
12 AugY’all, it is so hard to talk about football at the moment. I’m currently sick to my stomach and furious about Charlottesville and the situation in my country in general. If you feel as I do, please consider making a donation to an organization that fights back against the sort of hatred that is on the rise. If you can’t donate, that’s okay, but please don’t be silent. Speak up on social media, attend a solidarity event in your community or contact your elected officials. Your voice is important.
I just needed to get that off my chest. And now, a quick recap of the day for Los Blancos. Continue reading →
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Prepping For Sunday & 13 Seasons Of Sergio
11 AugThe team had a training session in preparation for the first leg of the Spanish Super Cup on Sunday. I started my own prep by stocking up on snacks for when the girls come over to watch the match. I’m sure there will be lots of cussing and whatnot. And hopefully lots and lots of cheering. My poor neighbors. Continue reading →
Tags: Injuries, Jesús Vallejo, Milestones, Sergio Ramos, Spanish Super Cup, Training Day
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UEFA Super Cup Campeones!
8 AugWe’ve won our first trophy of the new season (despite Sergio’s haircut). Start as you mean to go on I always say! Continue reading →
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Training In Chicago & More
1 AugI certainly am doing a bang up job at missing this entire pre-season, aren’t I? This time, at least, I have a legit excuse. Continue reading →
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Catching Up: Training, Fixtures, New Kits and Birthdays!
15 JulWell, the pre-season prep is heating up. Pre-season starts officially tomorrow. Lots to catch up on! Marcelo & Dani were the first to get back to work on Wednesday. Continue reading →
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Cholo Banned For 8 Matches
25 AugAtletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone has been banned for eight matches by the RFEF after being sent off during the second leg of the Super Copa. Continue reading →
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First Full Training Of The Pre-Season
5 AugFinally everyone is back home and training together! Sami, Angel & Marcelo returned from their vacations while newbies Toni & Keylor joined in for the first time. Continue reading →
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