After a slew of unveilings high on mouth but low on trousers, an air of disconcerting quiet has fallen over Real Madrid once more.

Only two coach's have won three European Cup/Champions League titles: Bob Paisley and Carlo Ancelotti with only Paisley claiming his triumphs with the same club, Liverpool FC.

It's strange to see Klopp single out Marcelo as Real Madrid's weakness in defence. It's not exactly a revelation, as those who watch Madrid regularly will know that the Brazilian is excellent going forward

A combination of results –the 2-2 draw in the Seville derby coupled with Atlético’s 0-1 win away at Getafe, cleared up the final mystery left to ...