Real Madrid Confirms Zidane As New Coach

Coach Rafa Benitez has been sacked after being in charge at Real Madrid for just seven Months and one day while Zidane has replaced him.

Real B team coach Zidane, 43, has been promoted to first-team boss.

The Frenchman, a former Real player and World Cup winner, said: "I am going to put my heart and soul into this job so that everything works out well."

Real Madrid Sacks Rafa Benitez - Marca

According to well trusted Spanish website Marca.com coach Rafa Benitez as been sacked by Real Madrid.

Rafa Benítez has been given his marching orders at Real Madrid. Florentino Pérez dismissed the coach early on Monday afternoon, with Zinedine Zidane poised to take the step up from B-team Castilla in order to assume the reins. An official announcement confirming these changes is expected imminently.

There Is A Campaign Against Me - Florentino Perez

Perez has claimed there is a conspiracy against him, fans have been on his neck and calling for his head over the recent woeful performance of the team.

Real Madrid president, Florentino Pérez, appeared before the press to confirm his support for Rafa Benítez which has been called into question in the wake of the team's defeat against Barcelona.

"Real Madrid coach, Rafa Benítez, has our full support and trust".

Real Madrid Crisis: Perez To Address Media Today

Florentino Perez will address the Spanish press this evening in what many believes to be a move to pour out support to Benitez. Facts show that Perez is not to pleased with Benitez but he is opposed to sacking him now though that might happen at the end of the season. Perez has employed 13 coaches within 15 seasons and the fans are already calling for his head.

Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez has called an urgent press conference to be held in the presidential box at the Bernabéu at 19:30, presumably to address the crisis surrounding the club following the 4-0 'Clásico' shellacking at the hands of Barça. The media event, which was announced through a club statement, will take place after a board meeting.

The first information doing the rounds suggests Pérez will speak out in support of Rafa Benítez, who has come under fire following Saturday's result, which in turn has led to speculation about the coach having lost the dressing room.

Real Madrid: Rivaldo Tips Zidane As Benitez's Replacement

Zinedine Zidane is the right man to take the Real Madrid job from Rafael Benitez, according to former Barcelona star Rivaldo.

Former Barcelona star Rivaldo believes now is the time for Real Madrid to make Zinedine Zidane their head coach.

Rafael Benitez is under mounting pressure despite only taking charge in June, with a 4-0 Clasico thrashing at home to Liga leaders Barca on Saturday casting further doubt over his future.

I Don't Think Rafa Benitez Liked Me - Steven Gerrard

Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has revealed details of a difficult relationship with Rafael Benitez at Anfield.

Steven Gerrard believes he had a good understanding with all of his managers at Liverpool apart from Rafael Benitez - and was left embarrassed by the Spaniard's facts rant "meltdown".

The current Real Madrid head coach spent six years at Anfield, guiding the club to the 2005 UEFA Champions League title in his first season at the helm, when Liverpool rallied from 3-0 down to beat Milan on penalties in Istanbul.

Perez Picks Benitez Ahead Of Mourinho

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has no plans to bring Jose Mourinho back to the Santiago Bernabeu, labelling Rafael Benitez "the best coach I've ever had".

Mourinho's Chelsea have started the Premier League in dreadful fashion with just four points from as many games, prompting rumours owner Roman Abramovich may lose patience with the Portuguese.

But if Mourinho does lose his current job, it looks unlikely he could turn to Madrid for rescue.

Cristiano Ronaldo Is Struggling

Cristiano Ronaldo scored 61 goals in 54 games last season, but he has struggled in front of goal so far this campaign, scoring just once in six games (405 minutes).

Despite their goalscoring woes, the club remains calm, convinced that the quality of the squad and new arrivals Kovacic and Danilo will shine through as soon as they gel and find some form.

The main problem is that no player has stepped up and taken responsibility for scoring their goals and their numbers in front of goal are giving cause for concern. They have failed to find the net in five of their nine games so far, something almost unheard of at the club.

La Liga: Barca To Face Bilbao Again As Benitez Is Set To Take A Bow

Barcelona won't have to wait long to try to correct the errors that saw them lose the Spanish Super Cup to Athletic Bilbao as they return to San Mames on Sunday in their La Liga opener.

The European champions were thrashed 4-0 in Bilbao just a week ago as an under-manned Catalan defence failed to cope with the presence of Aritz Aduriz, who struck a hat-trick and then also netted in the return as the Basques won the final 5-1 on aggregate.

Barca coach Luis Enrique has even more defensive problems as his side look for revenge on league duty.

Ronaldo Back To Real Madrid Team

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to feature in Real Madrid's final friendly before the Liga season kicks off.
Cristiano Ronaldo is back in Real Madrid's squad for Tuesday's Santiago Bernabeu Trophy clash with Galatasaray, but the injured Karim Benzema remains absent.

The pair missed Real's Audi Cup matches in Munich as Ronaldo was suffering a back problem while Benzema injured his thigh.

Spanish Rising U-19 Star Jesus Vallejo Signs For Real Madrid

Real Madrid have signed defensive rising star Jesus Vallejo from Real Zaragoza, the latter club confirmed on Friday.

The centre-back captained the Spain's Under-19s as they triumphed in this summer's European Championship, boosting his reputation and increasing talk he would join a top club.

Zaragoza have reportedly been paid €5 million for Vallejo by the Blancos, who will loan the 18-year-old back to the second-tier Spanish side for 2015-16.

Mourinho Vs Benitez - See Top Seven Past Jibes

Jose Mourinho’s feud with Rafa Benitez is deep-rooted and genuine, and forms one of his most entrenched managerial rivalries, along with those involving Pep Guardiola and Arsene Wenger.

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho (L) chats with Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez before their Champions League Group G soccer match at Anfield, northern England September 28, 2005

It erupted again on Wednesday when Mourinho responded to comments from Benitez's wife with a stinging riposte of his own.

Rafa Benitez Ignores Mourinho's War Of Words

After Jose Mourinho responded to comments by Rafael Benitez's wife, the Real Madrid boss refused to fan the flames further.

Rafael Benitez has opted to play down the reignited feud between himself and Jose Mourinho, instead looking only to "speak about football" at a news conference on Wednesday.

Benitez's wife, Montse, reopened the pair's long-running rivalry when she playfully suggested the Real Madrid boss had been appointed as Carlo Ancelotti's successor to help clear up the "mess" left by Mourinho at the Santiago Bernabeu in 2013.

Mourinho Hits Back At Benitez & His Wife

We had predicted that Mourinho will hit back at Benitez's wife and he has done that in style by lambasting Benitez and giving a kind advice to Mrs Benitez.. Now the battle has started....

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has unleashed a stunning attack on Real Madrid counterpart Rafael Benitez, claiming he "destroyed" his Inter team and even poking fun at his weight.

Benitez's wife, Montserrat Seara, caused a stir when she claimed her husband is always tidying up after Mourinho, having coached Inter, Chelsea and now Madrid after the Portuguese.

We Are Tidying Up Mourinho's Mess - Mrs Rafa Benitez

After coaching three formal clubs coached by Mourinho, Benitez's wife has lashed out on Mourinho to start a war of words. Jose will certainly hit the couple back. Mourinho has several top achievements than Rafa at all levels and a Mourinho hit on the couple will make the news soon. It must be said that Rafa was quickly pushed out at Inter and Chelsea while Mourinho is been seen as a legend at both clubs. At clubs where the both coaches have coached before Rafa has never achieved 50% of what Jose has. If he will be able to out do Mourinho's achievement at Madrid is only a matter of time.

Rafa Benitez has joined Real Madrid to tidy up another mess of Jose Mourinho's making, according to the Spanish coach's wife.

The former Napoli boss, who replaced Carlo Ancelotti at the Santiago Bernabeu earlier this summer, has now succeeded Mourinho at three different clubs, having previously taken charge at Inter and Chelsea. And Montserrat Seara believes it seems almost fated that Benitez should continue to join clubs in the Portuguese coach's wake.

Keylor Navas Is Madrid's First Choice Goalie - Benitez

Real Madrid coach Rafael Benitez has backed Keylor Navas to be his first choice goalkeeper, despite being linked strongly to Manchester United's David de Gea.

Navas completed the full 90 minutes on Friday, as Madrid crushed Manchester City 4-1 in the International Champions Cup in Melbourne.

The Costa Rica international made just six appearances in La Liga last term, with Iker Casillas regularly getting the nod in goal from former coach Carlo Ancelotti.

SPEECH REVERSAL: Ronaldo Is The Best Player In The World Says Benitez

Benitez has decided to swallow his words and admit in public that Ronaldo is the best player in the world. He recently bugged that question and compared Ronaldo with the likes of Bale, Benzema and James a statement which we know got CR7 upset and which could be part of the reasons why the two have not been going along well. Benitez should be reminded that Ronaldo doesn't want to ever see himself as second to anybody.

Rafa Benítez has changed his tune on Cristiano Ronaldo's claim to be the best in the world. When asked whether Ronaldo had seemed angry following his remarks last week lumping the Portuguese star together with Gareth Bale, Isco, James and Karim Benzema,

Ronaldo Fumes At Rafa Benitez

Time is the only factor covering the waiting battle between Ronaldo and Rafa as CR7 appears to be displeased with most of his decisions.

Cristiano Ronaldo reacted angrily to Rafa Benitez's decision to rule out one of his goals during training on Wednesday.

The 30-year-old was caught gesticulating on camera by television station Cuatro and shouting 'Vai Caralho!' in the direction of the Real Madrid coach.

Rafa Benitez Refuse To Label Cristiano Ronaldo Best Player In The World

Rafa Benitez was put in a tight spot at his press conference today, when he was asked if he believes Cristiano Ronaldo is the best player in the world. The new Madrid boss instantly found himself in a dilemma: tow the party line and massage 

Ronaldo’s ego, or give a more honest, objective assessment? Benitez chose the latter, and avoided labelling Ronaldo as the best in the world, something Carlo Ancelotti never hesitated to do when given the opportunity.

Amazingly, Benitez actually went further ad sought to bracket Ronaldo as just another top player among many top players, naming Benzema and Bale alongside him.

Real Madrid Must Improve In Defence - Rafa Benitez

Rafael Benitez says he wants Real Madrid to be better defensively than they have been in recent years. The Spanish coach is looking to bring silverware back to the Santiago Bernabeu this term after they missed out on La Liga, the Champions League and Copa del Rey to Barcelona in 2014-15.

And while Benitez is happy with how proficient Madrid have been over the past few seasons, he feels they need to be stronger defensively.

"I want us to be a team that go out to win every game," he told the club's official website.