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The game is scheduled for April 2, 2023, at 3.15pm BST in the UK. Marco Asensio Real Madrid Barcelona 2022-23 Getty. How ...

Meanwhile, Valladolid have not won an away games against Real Madrid in La Liga since May 2000, with Gregorio Manzano as coach (1-0). Los Blancos are 12 points behind leaders Barcelona after their 2-1 defeat in El Clasico before the international break. [Real Madrid](https://www.goal.com/en/team/real-madrid/3kq9cckrnlogidldtdie2fkbl) will host [Real Valladolid](https://www.goal.com/en/team/real-valladolid/4jelr92fsge73q39is6qvhxb3) in a [La Liga](https://www.goal.com/en/primera-divisi%C3%B3n/34pl8szyvrbwcmfkuocjm3r6t) fixture on Sunday at Santiago Bernabeu.

Los Blancos are 12 points behind Barcelona in the table, so this game will almost be meaningless. That means that Ancelotti should make some rotations after the ...

[ESPN+](http://go.web.plus.espn.com/0J9VgN?subId2=%5B%5Dsb%5Bp%5D23411091%5Bt%5Dw%5Br%5Dmanagingmadrid.com%5Bd%5DD) [Real Madrid](https://www.managingmadrid.com) have published their squad list for Sunday’s early game against Valladolid in the return of La Liga. That means that Ancelotti should make some rotations after the FIFA break in order to increase his team’s chances of beating Barcelona next Wednesday. [Champions League](https://www.sbnation.com/champions-league).

Follow all the action from the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu - KO 10:15 a.m. ET.

Madrid are sitting in a 4-2-3-1 and are forced into a long ball game due to the pressure. The Spaniard gets the ball from his teammate and is brought down on the edge of the box, but Mr. Karim 'The Dream' Benzema is the captain of the XI today and Madrid fans will be praying to the heavens that he makes it through the game without getting any battle scars. Granted, the stadium doesn't look in tip top condition given the building works, but it is still an impressive sight for both the players and fans. FC Barcelona continued to steamroll the league and smashed 4 past Elche in last night's game. After a somewhat shaky start, Madrid turned on the style in blazing fashion and never looked back. Everyone wants to get in on the potential goal-party. He gives the ball to the Brazilian before getting it straight back and smacking a controlled shot past Asenjo. Again, MIlitão is there for Madrid to sweep up the danger. A poor clearance from Asenjo lands at the feet of Hazard, who plays a through pass to Lucas on the right. A goal from the Belgian would be a particular low point for Valladolid, even today. Asenjo's save is spilled and almost falls to Vallejo, who saw his name in lights.

They have scored in 44 of the last 45 home games against Real Valladolid, averaging about 2.5 goals per game. Los Merengues will be without French left-back ...

While their record against Madrid isn't the best, Valladolid have collected four points from their last four away games, which is the same amount as their previous 11 away games. They will face the London based club twice with a game against Cadiz sandwiched between them. They have scored in 44 of the last 45 home games against Real Valladolid, averaging about 2.5 goals per game.

Real Madrids XI Courtois has recovered from his knock on international duty, and its attacking move from Ancelotti with four forwards in the line-up.

For American viewers, the match will begin at 10:15 ET / 07:15 PT. The LaLiga Santander match between Real Madrid and Real Valladolid will take place at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday, April 2. Madrid have won just five of their last 10 league matches, which has seen them concede a massive advantage to their great rivals.

Real Madrid come into this game a whopping 15 points behind FC Barcelona, a side who have conceded just nine goals all season. It's highly unlikely Barca will ...

It looked like a handball from Vini Jr so this could be ruled out. Real Madrid SUBSTITUTION - REAL MADRID

Real Madrid starting XI: Courtois, Vazquez, Militao, Alaba, Camavinga, Tchouameni, Kroos, Asensio, Vinicius, Rodrygo, Benzema. Valladolid starting XI (TBC): ...

[ESPN+](http://go.web.plus.espn.com/0J9VgN?subId2=%5B%5Dsb%5Bp%5D23430684%5Bt%5Dw%5Br%5Dmanagingmadrid.com%5Bd%5DD) Madrid will need to use this game to increase their confidence and gain some momentum for Wednesday’s crucial clash against Barcelona in the return leg of the Copa del Rey Semifinals.

Representing these colours is an incredible source of pride and Ill work hard to make sure I get more appearances, said the academy graduate.

His track record of appearances reads like this: 206 in LaLiga, 57 in the Champions League, 22 in the Copa del Rey, 6 in the Club World Cup, 6 in the Spanish Super Cup and 3 in the European Super Cup. He's also our captain and we're delighted that he's with us". "He is a brilliant, world class player and a true number 9 who has been scoring goals for us for the last 14 years.

Karim Benzema's goals in Sunday's 6-0 win over Real Valladolid come at a crucial time, with a Copa del Rey Clasico up next on Wednesday.

[Raphael Varane](https://theathletic.com/football/player/raphael-varane-fqIirRcGC4muo1f5/), now of Manchester United. Upon his return, Madrid were surprised and considered [France](https://theathletic.com/football/team/france/)’s diagnosis of his injury as exaggerated — a belief refuted by the French Football Federation. Or giving directions in the 59th minute, taking advantage of a pause in the game to advise [David Alaba](https://theathletic.com/football/player/david-alaba-T0iL7cxRF7Jno4rg/) and [Aurelien Tchouameni](https://theathletic.com/football/player/aurelien-tchouameni-3s27o6UtUPTcnWv5/). We all hope he continues like this because it is not only important for him, but also for the confidence he transmits to his team-mates.” However, there has nonetheless been a feeling that he is not performing as expected, which was seen as one of the reasons why Madrid went 207 minutes without scoring in late February and early March. In addition to the chance for physical recovery, Benzema used the international break to get some mental rest, too. [Cristiano Ronaldo](https://theathletic.com/football/player/cristiano-ronaldo-jh1IjFA8SnHLGtwM/) version, is about much more than records and goals. He only spoke to one of them, long-time Madrid team-mate [Karim Benzema](https://theathletic.com/football/player/karim-benzema-hwC1BNv4TpEYmSmb/) goal that doubled their lead on the half-hour was understandable because of what the French striker represents in the dressing room, and it reflects just how much everyone supports him. Real Madrid’s coaching staff describe his work ethic and dedication as impeccable but also point out that at his age it is normal that he is encountering new limits. Meanwhile, Benzema lovingly handed the captain’s armband on to It is believed to be the third fastest hat-trick in Real Madrid’s history in

MADRID, April 2 (Xinhua) -- Real Madrid and striker Karim Benzema warmed up for Wednesday's Copa del Rey semifinal return leg against FC Barcelona by ...

(Photo by Gustavo Valiente/Xinhua) Espanyol slipped deeper into trouble after losing a Catalan derby 2-1 away to Girona. Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr.

Madrid, Apr 2 (EFE).- Defending La Liga champions Real Madrid – now in second place on the table – are now 12 points behind table-toppers Barcelona on ...

After that, it was substitute Nicholas Jackson for the second tally, although he was booted later in play on two yellow cards. Benzema was removed from the fray, with Eden Hazard taking the pitch for the first time since September to replace him. The fifth – and rather spectacular – tally was netted by Asensio after the break and then Lucas Vazquez making it 6-0 a bit later.

Chus Mateos men are in action in round 33 of the EuroLeague at the WiZink Center (8:45pm CET).

The Whites have already qualified for the playoffs with home-court advantage and continue to fight to finish top of the standings. [Coviran Granada](https://www.realmadrid.com/en/news/2023/04/02/108-75-leaders-win-on-randolphs-return) in the league, Chus Mateo's men will be hoping to secure victory in the penultimate round of the Regular Phase of the European competition. Real Madrid take on Bayern Munich this Thursday in round 33 of the EuroLeague (8:45pm CET).

MADRID: Karim Benzema scored three goals in seven first-half minutes as Real Madrid thrashed Real Valladolid 6-0 on Sunday to cut Barcelona's lead in La ...

Rodrygo claimed another assist in the second half when Marco Asensio played a one-two pass with the Brazilian forward before firing home and Eden Hazard created the final goal as he pinched the ball from a loose pass and found Lucas Vazquez. Benzema scored his first with a diving header from a Vinicius Jr cross while narrowly avoiding a collision with the far post and the Brazilian also created the second with a simple pass for the French striker to score from the edge of the box. The 35-year-old completed his hat-trick when he adjusted his run into the six-yard box to turn on the spot and scoop a Rodrygo cross that was behind him to score while his back was towards goal.

A rampant Real Madrid side put six past Valladolid in a promising warmup for their Copa del Rey contest with Barcelona midweek.

But with the two sides due to meet in a Copa del Rey semi-final on Wednesday, it might just have been the perfect warm-up. Asensio and Lucas Vazquez added two more in the second, turning a rout into a thrashing. Rodrygo opened the scoring after a dour start.

Karim Benzema netted three goals in seven first-half minutes as Real Madrid stormed through Valladolid 6-0 on Sunday to cut leader Barcelona's lead to 12 ...

The French forward completed his hat trick with an impressive overhead effort from inside the six-yard box and grabbed a Rodrygo cross that was behind him to score while his back was towards the goal. The Brazilian then set up the second only three minutes later with a simple pass for the striker to score from the edge of the box. Rodrygo opened the scoring in the 22nd minute before Benzema seized control at the Bernabeu, scoring a hat-trick in just seven minutes to totally outclass the opponents before the first half.

It is one of Spanish football's most spine-tingling experiences: listening to a stadium singing a famous himno. But where did they come from?

"I was a bit nervous to see how the fans would react. [Real Betis](/soccer/team?id=244), are among the contenders. "The board realised the impact it was having," Santacana adds. By the 1970s, it was obvious that there wasn't a song which represented the club. Written by 1980s Spanish popstar Jose Maria Cano and sung by opera singer Placido Domingo it also, confusingly enough, features the repeated refrain "¡Hala Madrid!" "They were given a lot of freedom with the lyrics," Santacana says. "It was commissioned by the then-board for the club's 75th anniversary but it ended up becoming the club's anthem, not just for those celebrations, but to the present day. The himno came at the right time, it filled a void ... "The whole stadium cheers loudly," [the lyrics begin](https://twitter.com/LaLigaEN/status/1056493276818219008?s=20). ET](https://www.espn.com/espnplus/player/_/id/74a8c6e8-9637-4a8d-a89a-33ce6aaf4554)) kicks off -- and again at full-time -- it will be the club's ["Cant del Barca"](https://www.fcbarcelona.com/en/club/identity/anthem) that rings out around the vast, 95,877-capacity arena. And from the speakers comes a sound that captures the tradition and colour of It's an emotional moment, the lyrics speaking of the club's history, its values, its identity.

Karim Benzema and Robert Lewandowski are to set to play in the Copa del Rey semi-final second leg. BT Sport will show the final El Clasico of the season on ...

I don't think Barcelona can approach the game like that at home." We have to repeat this match at Camp Nou." Or will Barcelona have the last laugh against their rivals en route to a spectacular double? "I don't think they deserved to win. "It's the game we wanted to play, but not the result. [Barcelona](https://www.bt.com/sport/football/fc-barcelona) and [Real Madrid](https://www.bt.com/sport/football/real-madrid-cf) do battle for a place in the Copa del Rey final.