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Real Madrid struggles with locker room issues ahead of crucial fixtures

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 10:11 PM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Real Madrid struggles with locker room issues ahead of crucial fixtures

Summary

Real Madrid is facing challenging circumstances ahead of a busy October, including a Champions League match against Roma and a LaLiga clash with Barcelona. Amid a cold locker room atmosphere that persists since José Mourinho's arrival, the team's morale appears low. There are concerns about harmony within the squad, particularly involving player relationships, which Mourinho has yet to improve. Kylian Mbappé, currently recovering from a knee injury, has resumed training and may be available to play against Villarreal this Saturday.

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Status Watch

•Real Madrid will play Roma in the Champions League and Barcelona in LaLiga this month.
•The team is five points behind Barcelona in the league standings.
•José Mourinho has struggled to foster team unity since his appointment.
•Kylian Mbappé may return to play against Villarreal after training with the squad.

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10:11 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid Handed Terrible Squad News on Thursday

What they're saying

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Real Madrid faces a key October after this first international break. The Whites will visit Roma in the Champions League and Barcelona in LaLiga, while hosting teams such as Villarreal and Sevilla. All of this, with an unstoppable Barça five points ahead and the threat of falling out of the national title race prematurely. Meanwhile, […] The post Real Madrid Handed Terrible Squad News on Thursday appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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