Real Madrid unveil Ronaldo in front of 80,000 fansMADRID - Portuguese winger Cristiano Ronaldo was unveiled as a Real Madrid player last night and nearly sparked off a riot. 80,000 fans welcome Ronaldo to Real MadridMADRID — Cristiano Ronaldo received a rapturous welcome from 80,000 Real Madrid fans Monday, an outpouring so exuberant the soccer star had to be hustled away when spectators leaped barriers and took the field. Christiano Ronaldo steps in for Real WelcomeMADRID - Cristiano Ronaldo flew in to Madrid at lunchtime Monday, in order to prepare for what promised to be a spectacular presentation to the Real fans Monday night. Real Madrid’s 55 million pounds bid for Franck RiberyMADRID - Spanish football giant Real Madrid’s astonishing summer of transfer window continued with a 55 million pounds offer for Bayern Munich mid-fielder Franck Ribery. Villarreal sign young defender Marcano from SantanderMADRID - Spanish football giants Villarreal announced the signing of defender Ivan Marcano from Racing Santander for an undisclosed fee. Silva next target for Real MadridMADRID - David Silva is the next target for profligate Real Madrid president Florentino Perez, according to sports papers Marca and AS Thursday. Real steal French striker Benzema from Man UMADRID - Manchester United have been dealt another bitter blow by Real Madrid, as the Spaniards signed Lyon star Karim Benzema for 30-million pounds. Cristiano Ronaldo’s world-record transfer to Real Madrid from Manchester United completeLONDON — Cristiano Ronaldo’s world-record transfer to Real Madrid from Manchester United has been completed. Kaka admits to snubbing Chelsea for RealMADRID - Brazilian star forward Kaka has admitted that he snubbed Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti because Real Madrid are ‘the biggest club in the world’. 40,000 fans welcome Kaka to Real MadridMADRID - Around 40,000 fans flocked to Real Madrid’s Estadio Bernabeu to see the presentation of new signing Kaka. With the crowd chanting his name, Kaka receives a roaring welcome at Real MadridMADRID — With the crowd chanting his name, Kaka received a roaring welcome Tuesday when he was introduced at his new home of Real Madrid before at least 50,000 fans. Eto’o wants to stay at Barcelona: AgentMADRID - The agent of Samuel Eto’o told the media Tuesday that the star striker wants to stay at European champions Barcelona. Nadal to miss Spain’s Davis Cup tie against GermanyMADRID — Top-ranked Rafael Nadal will miss Spain’s Davis Cup quarterfinal against Germany next month. Real Madrid sell unwanted Saviola to BenficaMADRID - Portugese giants Benfica announced late Friday that they had bought Javier Saviola from Real Madrid. “Lucky survivor” Ballesteros launches cancer foundation to help fellow sufferersMADRID - Spanish golf legend Severiano Ballesteros on Thursday launched his cancer foundation, which is aimed at helping cancer sufferers as well as aspiring golfers from poor backgrounds. Real Madrid to battle it out with Man U for Lyon’s ace BenzemaMADRID - Spanish football giant, Real Madrid, is all set to thwart Manchester United’s bid to buy Lyon’s striker Karim Benzema, saying that they have given up the chase for Valencia’s David Villa. Real Madrid announces $21M transfer deal with Valencia for Spanish defender Raul AlbiolMADRID — Real Madrid has reached a deal to sign Spain defender Raul Albiol from Valencia. Golf great Seve Ballesteros launches cancer foundation in first press appearance since surgeryMADRID — Golf great Seve Ballesteros announced the launch of a cancer foundation Thursday as he went before the press for the first time since undergoing brain tumor surgery nine months ago. Cristiano Ronaldo ready to offer range of skills to Real Madrid if transfer goes throughLONDON — So what will Real Madrid be getting for more than $130 million? Cristiano Ronaldo’s mesmerizing ball skills are unquestionable, while the Portugal winger’s goal-scoring exploits could fill a DVD boxed set. Man United accepts world-record $131M transfer bid from Real Madrid for Cristiano RonaldoLONDON — Manchester United accepted a world-record transfer offer for Cristiano Ronaldo from Real Madrid on Thursday, clearing the FIFA player of the year to negotiate terms with the Spanish club. Manchester United accepts world-record bid for star Cristiano Ronaldo from Real MadridLONDON — Manchester United accepted a world-record transfer offer for Cristiano Ronaldo from Real Madrid on Thursday, clearing the World Player of the Year to negotiate personal terms with the Spanish club. Manchester United wants 85 million pounds from Real Madrid for Ronaldo’s transferMADRID - Manchester United has said that it will consider transferring its star Portuguese winger Cristiano Ronaldo to the Spanish football giants for an astronomical record breaking fee of 85 million pounds. Real Madrid still hoping to snare Man U’s RonaldoMADRID - Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has said that the Spanish football club still wants to have Portuguese and Manchester United striker Cristiano Ronaldo even after signing up Brazilian Kaka for a world-record fee of 59 million pounds. Rafael Nadal says his knees have hurt for months but still hopes to defend Wimbledon titleMADRID — Rafael Nadal will travel to London next Tuesday in hopes of defending his Wimbledon title despite having played with pain in his knees for months. Brazil’s Kaka seals 62 m pounds with Real MadridMADRID - Brazil’s Kaka has sealed a 62 million pound deal with Real Madrid, certifying his transfer from A C Milan. Kaka ready to make major history at Real MadridRECIFE/MADRID - Brazilian superstar Kaka expressed late Monday his satisfaction at having joined Real Madrid and noted that he feels motivated to “make major history” with the Spanish giants. Real Madrid signs Kaka from AC MilanMADRID, Spain — Real Madrid has announced the signing of Brazilian star Kaka from AC Milan. Toronto FC confirms exhibition match against Real Madrid at BMO Field in AugustTORONTO — Toronto FC has confirmed it will host Spanish powerhouse Real Madrid in an exhibition match this summer. Real Madrid to play summer exhibition matches in Canada, United StatesMADRID — Spanish soccer powerhouse Real (Ray’Al) Madrid has added a preseason exhibition in Canada to its North American tour this summer. Point guard Deron Williams not worrying about rumors surrounding Jazz free agentsSALT LAKE CITY — Deron Williams says he’s looking forward to returning to Europe with the Utah Jazz for two preseason games. Spanish soccer powerhouse Real Madrid introduces new coach Manuel PellegriniMADRID — Real Madrid introduced new coach Manuel Pellegrini as the figure to reinvigorate the club following its first season without a trophy in three years. Pellegrini new Real Madrid coachMADRID - Spanish giants Real Madrid announced late Monday night that their new coach will be Manuel Pellegrini. Reports: Villarreal reaches deal to allow Manuel Pellegrini to take over as Real Madrid coachMADRID — Villarreal has reached an agreement that will allow coach Manuel Pellegrini to take over at Real Madrid, news reports said Monday. Spanish football’s premier league finalises roll of honourMADRID - Sevilla finished third behind champions Barcelona and Real Madrid to qualify for the Champions League in Spanish football’s premier league which ended Sunday. Osasuna beat Real Madrid, stay in premier leagueMADRID - Osasuna made sure they remain in the Spanish football’s Primera Liga after beating Real Madrid 2-1 in the last round Sunday. |