Real Madrid managed a 3-0 win against Brest as Rodrygo scored twice (27', 78') and Jude Bellingham found the back of the net (56'). They reached the UEFA Champi

Real Madrid forward Rodrygo has said he cannot believe that his "idol" Neymar is returning to Santos and wishes to attend the former Barcelona star's unveiling.

Rodrygo has added to his scoring streak with Real Madrid but the Spanish powerhouse didn't get all the goals it needed to finish high enough in the league phase of the Champions League and avoid a possible encounter with Manchester City in the playoffs.

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At the Santiago Bernabéu, the stance is firm. For years, Real Madrid has shielded its key players with contracts that include astronomical release clauses, designed to protect against state-backed clubs. This approach, implemented since 2018, aims to prevent any team from destabilizing their sporting plans with massive offers.

Rodrygo scored twice, but the 3-0 result was not enough for the Spanish giants to advance straight to the last 16. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Rodrygo fired them into a 27th-minute lead, cutting inside from the left and evading several challenges before finishing off the post, then Ludovic Ajorque had a potential leveller chalked off for off

Real Madrid could not clinch a top-eight finish in the Champions League despite beating Brest, and they could face a tricky play-off draw.

Rodrygo scored twice and Jude Bellingham once as title holders Real Madrid eased to a 3-0 victory against Brest in France in the Champions League on Wednesday, but the result was not enough for the Spanish giants to advance straight to the last 16.

Real Madrid finished the first stage of this season's Champions League with a comfortable win - but must now face the playoff round

It took champions Real Madrid time to click into gear this season but they visit Espanyol on Saturday in La Liga sitting top of the table.