Real Madrid responded to their Super Cup defeat to Barcelona with a 5-2 win of their own - although it was not an entirely smooth ride

Real Madrid managed a dramatic 5-2 win in their Copa del Rey Round of 16 showdown against Celta Vigo on Thursday, January 16. They returned to winning ways after a 5-2 defeat against Barcelona in the Supercopa de Espana final.

Endrick scores his second of the match from close range, clinching Real Madrid's 5-2 victory against Celta Vigo.

Real Madrid, by contrast, is closely associated with the Spanish royal family and Spanish nationalism. The club is renowned for its tendency to invest heavily in world soccer’s top stars, rather than relying on players developed from within.

During an appearance on a podcast hosted by Brazil World Cup winner Romario, Neymar revealed the reason why he chose Barcelona over Real Madrid. He said (h/t Fabrizio Romano): "I

Neymar Jr's bittersweet departure from FC Barcelona to PSG has long been surrounded by speculation. However, in a recent interview, the Brazilian star revealed the true reasons behind his decision to leave the Catalan club.

Erling Haaland signed a nine-and-a-half-year deal to stay at Manchester City until 2034. The new agreement removed the release clauses of his previous arrangement and pours cold water on him one day leaving to join Real Madrid, at least for the time being.

Pep Guardiola has said Erling Haaland's huge new contract shows the striker has "trust" in Manchester City. On Friday, Haaland penned a record-breaking 9½-year deal which will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until 2034.

Manchester City’s Erling Haaland celebrates with the Premier League trophy after the English Premier League soccer match between Manchester City and West Ham United at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester,