Tom Williams

How search for lost spark led Hatem Ben Arfa into Ronaldo’s arms

French football’s enfant terrible has sought another career reboot at Real Valladolid.

Dermot Corrigan

Chelsea’s chance to sign Achraf Hakimi depends on looming conversation with Zinedine Zidane

Hakimi has become one of the world's best full-backs at Dortmund, but is there space for him at the Bernabeu?.

Dermot Corrigan

Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid: Joao Felix is hitting form at just the right time for Simeone

Since returning from injury, the youngster has upped his productivity - he can make the difference at Anfield.

Dermot Corrigan

Marcelo or Mendy: Real Madrid’s old versus new debate as Zidane prepares for crucial week

Zidane's choice of left-back for Real's clashes with Man City and Barcelona will tell us a lot.

Graham Ruthven

Real Madrid still need Gareth Bale… particularly this week with Eden Hazard out injured

The much-maligned Welshman has impeccable big match credentials for Los Blancos.

Dermot Corrigan

Angel Correa: Surplus to requirements in the summer, now Atletico’s biggest threat against Liverpool

The Argentine forward has turned from peripheral figure into key man for Diego Simeone's side.

Dermot Corrigan

Bordalas and Setien to renew rivalries as high-flying Getafe take on Barcelona

Getafe sit third in La Liga with the league's third best defensive record just five points behind Barca.

Dermot Corrigan

Setien returns to Betis where the reaction of home fans may hint at his Barcelona future

After a fantastic first season at the Benito Villamarin, it all went sour for Setien.

Dermot Corrigan

Worst week of Diego Simeone’s reign ramps up pressure for Atletico ahead of Madrid derby

With Real Madrid to face this weekend, and Liverpool looming in the Champions League, El Cholo needs to find a formula fast.