
Nov 13 - By Associated Press
Cristiano Ronaldo is hoping to return to Real Madrid in time for the derby against Spanish champion Barcelona later this month.
Oct 28 - By Associated Press
Cristiano Ronaldo will not recover from an ankle injury in time for Real Madrid's Champions League match at AC Milan next week.

Oct 2 - By Associated Press
For thousands of Madrid supporters, the 2016 Olympics likely will be remembered as the fiesta that was nearly theirs.

Oct 2 - By Associated Press
Former IOC president Juan Antonio Samaranch has asked the International Olympic Committee to consider his age and award Madrid the 2016 Games.
Sep 30 - By Associated Press
The Rio 2016 Olympics bid team formally complained to the International Olympic Committee on Wednesday after a report that an official from the rival Madrid bid criticized the Brazilian city.

Sep 24 - By Ciaran Giles, Associated Press Writer
After losing out on the 2012 Olympics, Madrid believes it is now the perfect choice to host the games in 2016.
Sep 15 - By Associated Press
Swiss police have increased security at the Zurich hotel where Real Madrid players are staying after an apparent fireworks attack on the building overnight.

Jul 26 - By Associated Press
Cristiano Ronaldo produced only glimpses of his talent during his home debut for Real Madrid in a 1-1 draw with Al Ittihad on Sunday.

Jul 1 - By Paul Logothetis, AP Sports Writer
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.

Jun 30 - By Paul Logothetis, AP Sports Writer
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.

Jun 25 - By Associated Press
Real Madrid has reached a deal to sign Spain defender Raul Albiol from Valencia.

Jun 11 - By Rob Harris, AP Sports Writer
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.
Jun 8 - By Associated Press
Real Madrid has announced the signing of Brazilian star Kaka from AC Milan.
Jun 4 - By Associated Press
Toronto FC has confirmed it will host Spanish powerhouse Real Madrid in an exhibition match this summer.
Jun 3 - By Associated Press
Spanish soccer powerhouse Real (Ray'Al) Madrid has added a preseason exhibition in Canada to its North American tour this summer.

Jun 1 - By Paul Logothetis, AP Sports Writer
Real Madrid introduced new coach Manuel Pellegrini as the figure to reinvigorate the club following its first season without a trophy in three years.
May 28 - By Associated Press
D.C. United will play Spanish power Real Madrid in an exhibition match this summer.
May 14 - By Jorge Sainz, Associated Press Writer
Florentino Perez has announced that he will run for Real Madrid president in this summer's election.

May 11 - By Paul Logothetis, AP Sports Writer
Roger Federer got a badly needed confidence boost ahead of the French Open, beating top-ranked Rafael Nadal 6-4, 6-4 on Sunday to win his first title of the season at the Madrid Open.
May 5 - By Associated Press
Madrid's 2016 Olympics bid said Tuesday that accusations it spied on a rival candidate had been blown out of proportion.

May 5 - By Associated Press
The head of the International Olympic Committee team evaluating Madrid's 2016 bid will return to the city late Thursday, a day after leaving for government business in Morocco.

Feb 15 - By Associated Press
Raul Gonzalez broke Real Madrid's all-time scoring record on Sunday, surpassing the previous mark of 307 goals held by Alfredo di Stefano.
Feb 10 - By Associated Press
Madrid organizers submitted their official bid book Wednesday for the 2016 Olympics, a day ahead of the deadline.

Dec 9 - By Paul Logothetis, AP Sports Writer
Real Madrid fired Bernd Schuster on Tuesday, two days after the German coach said it would be "impossible" for the two-time defending Spanish champion to win against Barcelona on Saturday.

Nov 11 - By Paul Logothetis, AP Sports Writer
Justine Henin won the Sony Ericsson Championships on Sunday, rallying past Maria Sharapova 5-7, 7-5, 6-3 in the longest three-set final in tournament history.