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Luka Modric inspired Real Madrid to beat Celta Vigo away from home in matchday 2 of the new LaLiga season.

With his departure, Madrid’s famous midfield trio of Luka Modric, Toni Kroos and himself has been broken, the Bermuda Triangle as Carlo Ancelotti called it on preseason. Manchester United are hoping he can have an immediate impact on Erik ten Hag’s side, who currently sit bottom of the Premier League. The Frenchman commits a foul on Paciencia and it's an early free for the home side. It lands to Cervi on the edge of the box but he shoots wide from about 25 yards. Modric's corner comes in and the Madrid players are asking for a handball. Madrid have a corner on the right after some good play by Vinicius. Camavinga comes in with a great tackle on the edge of the box. Celta switch the play really well. It's his first goal of the new season. The cross is blocked and it flies out for a corner. He sends it out to Vinicius, who in turn passes right, where Valverde comes flying in and smashes it into the far corner. Camavinga sends in a curling cross from the left.

MANCHESTER UNITED are set to sign Casemiro from Real Madrid in a blockbuster £60million transfer deal.

Not in a thousand lifetimes will I be able to give back to @realmadrid and Real Madrid all that you have given me. The Spain international has failed to kick on at the Bernabeu, and a move to Old Trafford can’t be ruled out. “I hope to return one day to what will always be my home. Manchester United confirmed their agreement with Real Madrid for Casemiro on Friday night, saying in a statement: “Manchester United is delighted to announce that the club has reached agreement with Real Madrid for the transfer of Casemiro. However, with the Red Devils needing a forward and Los Blancos being willing to offload Marco Asensio, the Red Devils effectively have a green light to negotiate a second deal. [Manchester United](/latest/manchester-united-fc) have agreed a deal with [Real Madrid](/latest/real-madrid-fc) to sign Casemiro, with the Brazil international primed to become their fourth signing of the summer transfer window.

Real Madrid are the favourites to secure the points against Celta Vigo in their second La Liga match.

Carlo Ancelotti will have to pick a new deep-lying midfielder and new signing Aurelien Tchouameni is likely to get a feel of the starting lineup against Celta Vigo. While Dan Carvajal is set to return, Toni Kroos, Rodrygo and Alvaro Odriozola remain out of contention due to injuries. Celta Vigo vs Real Madrid

No Casemiro, no problem. Aurelien Tchouameni stepped up as Real Madrid rolled over a Celta Vigo team that couldn't keep up.

26 ( [watch LIVE on ESPN+](https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/37eca2d5-ec06-470f-b81b-0a129ec9d9ca)) and then they host Cádiz one week later. 28 ( [watch LIVE on ESPN+](https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/5ee7c66a-7a8e-45ed-9621-5bde9c8216e3)) ahead of the home opener at the newly renovated Bernabeu against Real Betis on Sept. [Espanyol](/soccer/team?id=88) on Aug. [Real Madrid](/soccer/team?id=86) cruised to [a comfortable victory](/soccer/match/_/gameId/643790) over [Celta Vigo](/soccer/team/_/id/85/celta-vigo), 4-1, in LaLiga's second week of the season and the club's first game since [Casemiro](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/173666/Casemiro) departed for Manchester United. [LaLiga table](http://www.espnfc.com/soccer/table/_/league/esp.1) [Upcoming fixtures](http://www.espnfc.com/soccer/fixtures?league=esp.1) [Luka Modric](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/76762/luka-modric), [Vinicius Junior](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/252107/vinicius-junior) and [Federico Valverde](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/235818/federico-valverde) all scored in what would be an emphatic statement of intent from Real Madrid to put the rest of LaLiga on notice. Modric on Casemiro leaving: "It's a shame, we made history with him and he was fundamental. [Highlights and notable moments](#highlights) [Real Madrid-Celta Vigo report](www.espn.com/soccer/match/_/gameId/643790) [Best/worst performers](#bestworst) [Stream ESPN FC Daily on ESPN+ (U.S. He put Madrid ahead with a trademark curling shot before half-time and later played a visionary pass for Vinicius Junior to make it 3-1 after the break.

Real Madrid trounced Celta Vigo 4-1 away from home, featuring outstanding performances from Luka Modric, Vinicius Jr., and others.

He gave the ball away much too frequently, forcing Valverde to cover up far more than was necessary. Alaba is far more than your usual center-back and he consistently displays his talent, as seen by his free kick in the previous game and his fantastic assist tonight. He tried to make some crosses, but his partnering up game was just too slow. [ Courtois](https://www.goal.com/en-in/player/thibaut-courtois/6crmq7vzqts58wg196q48sc7p) was only a hair’s breadth away from saving the penalty. The first 45 minutes looked shoddy, while the second half was led by men in white. Two additional goals were scored in the first half, and two more in the second, resulting in the full-time score.

Casemiro has been one of the pillars of the glorious period that Real Madrid have experienced in recent years, becoming a lynchpin in the midfield.

Casemiro will leave on a high, leaving a great legacy, with enormous affection from the Madridistas. The void on a sporting level, in the short term, is huge. Madrid are a little worse today as a result.

Aspas penalty cancelled out Benzema spot kick · Modric worldie restored Madrid's advantage · Vinicius Jr and Valverde wrapped up the win for Los Blancos.

With the strength of Barcelona and Atletico below them, they probably can't afford to drop the same amount of points as they did last season. [August 20, 2022] [pic.twitter.com/zi0zwFEfrp] [August 20, 2022] He did everything that we had come to expect of his predecessor: break up play, dribble past players and pass effectively. [pic.twitter.com/9flxwqA09n] [August 20, 2022] THE BIGGER PICTURE: Having battled with Celta for much of the first half, the second half just highlighted how good Carlo Ancelotti's look again this season.

Rumours of the move only broke less than a week ago but it's already done and dusted. United made their first moves for the Brazilian midfielder at the ...

The economics of the transfer were key. He leaves through the front door. Rumours of the move only broke less than a week ago but it’s already done and dusted.

Real Madrid will be looking to start the La Liga season with two straight wins by beating Celta Vigo and show that the departure of Casemiro will not dent ...

The match from the Estadio Abanca Balaidos in Vigo will kick off at 22:00 local time on Saturday night. Celta coach Eduardo 'Chacho' Coudet opts for two central holding midfielders against Real Madrid as Peru international Renato Tapia joins Fran Beltran in the center of the park. 6th min.: Celta chance. Cervi has been active in attack. Karim Benzema is getting lost in midfield and hasn't been able to combine with his teammates. It's Vinicius Jr in the open field. the Celta Vigo goalkeeper. The visitors are deadly in transition. After a poorly executed Real Madrid throw-in, Paciencia drives a low shot just wide of the far left post. In the second half goals by Vinicius Jr. Karim Benzema is fouled in the box on another transition, but Benzema leaves it to Eden Hazard and the Belgian's effort is saved by the goalkeeper! Luka Modric gets an ovation from the Celta Vigo crowd as he comes out of the game for Dani Ceballos.

Aspas penalty cancelled out Benzema spot kick · Modric worldie restored Madrid's advantage · Vinicius Jr and Valverde wrapped up the win for Los Blancos.

With the strength of Barcelona and Atletico below them, they probably can't afford to drop the same amount of points as they did last season. [August 20, 2022] [pic.twitter.com/zi0zwFEfrp] [August 20, 2022] He did everything that we had come to expect of his predecessor: break up play, dribble past players and pass effectively. [pic.twitter.com/9flxwqA09n] [August 20, 2022] THE BIGGER PICTURE: Having battled with Celta for much of the first half, the second half just highlighted how good Carlo Ancelotti's look again this season.

Los Merengues started a lot quicker than in their LaLiga Santander opener, with Karim Benzema having the chance to open the scoring from the penalty spot in the ...

Rather ironically, Celta Vigo were level in the 22nd minute with a penalty of their own. He played a pass into the path of Federico Valverde, who got onto the loose ball and side-footed the ball into the bottom left-corner of the net. VAR looked at the incident which saw the ball strike the hand of Renato Tapia and a penalty was awarded.

Real Madrid made it back-to-back wins from their opening two La Liga fixtures as Los Blancos sealed a comfortable 4-1 victory over Celta Vigo.

The forward leaves it for Valverde to hit behind him, and the Uruguayan tucks it into the bottom-left corner from the edge of the area! - Luca Modric has scored 18 of his 33 goals for Real Madrid from outside the box (54.6%). A cross comes into the box, with Paciencia and Militao in a duel for the ball. gets in on the act, to the annoyance of the home crowd! The referee gives a penalty to Real Madrid after a VAR check! The 36-year-old certainly was not showing his age out there, as his ability to cut open defences with a deep through ball was demonstrated beautifully for Los Blancos' third goal.

Real Madrid are already putting their transfer plans in place to replace the outgoing Casemiro.

[Daily Telegraph](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2022/08/19/real-madrid-target-pierre-emile-hojbjerg-replace-casemiro/)claim Tottenham enforcer Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg is now a possible alternative to Guimaraes. [and Ancelotti’s insistence over not signing a midfielder this month](https://www.football-espana.net/2022/08/19/carlo-ancelotti-will-not-change-transfer-plans-over-casemiro-exit), the rumour mill is up and running. [after agreeing a shock move to join Manchester United.](https://www.football-espana.net/2022/08/20/casemiro-leaves-real-madrid-to-join-manchester-united-in-deal-potentially-worth-e85m) [Carlo Ancelotti confirmed the club reluctantly accepted Casemiro’s request to leave the Spanish capita](https://www.football-espana.net/2022/08/19/carlo-ancelotti-confirms-casemiro-wants-to-leave-real-madrid)l and pursue a new challenge abroad with a deal now almost wrapped up.

That is a statement that not many fans would have been expecting to hear even a week ago. That's how football works though, and now, Los Blancos find themselves ...

There are a few reasons for Real Madrid to target someone like Neves. Thus, Real Madrid should have their eyes on potential replacements. It will be interesting to see how Real Madrid go about replacing Casemiro this season.

Real Madrid have continued their unbeaten start to the 2022/23 season with a 4-1 win at Celta Vigo.

[August 20, 2022] — Premier Sports (@PremierSportsTV) [Los Blancos shook off the news of Casemiro’s departure from the Spanish capital to dominate in Galicia.](https://www.football-espana.net/2022/08/20/casmeiro-arrives-for-manchester-united-medical)

As reported by journalist Thomas Gonzalez Martin (h/t RM4Arab), it was Real Madrid who offered the Spaniard to the Red Devils in the first place. It's no ...

And this is why Madrid offered him to Manchester United as they know the Premier League side is hunting for a winger. Federico Valverde starts on the right-wing, as he has so often this season. After opening the season with a 1-2 win over Almeria, Los Blancos will be hoping for a much smoother matchday experience. As of today, despite his contract expiring in 2023, the Los Blancos are yet to enter talks over potential renewal. But for now, there seems to be no solution in place. It’s no secret that with only a handful of days left before the transfer window slams shut, Real Madrid are open to selling their 26-year-old winger.

Thibaut Courtois starts in goal, hoping to maintain his first clean sheet of the season, and is guarded by Eder Militao and David Alaba in the heart of the ...

The new stadium will be ready in time for the 2023-24 season. The Santiago Bernabeu renovation began in 2019 and was expected to be ready by this year. Needless to say, the Brazilian’s departure could be a blessing in disguise for Los Blancos. Casemiro’s departure from Real Madrid marks the end of an era for the club. Manchester United officially announced their acquisition of the 30-year-old on Friday. After opening the season with a 1-2 win over Almeria, Los Blancos will be hoping for a much smoother matchday experience.

The summer transfer window is here, and there's plenty of gossip swirling about who's moving where. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, ...

[Memphis Depay](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/159255/Memphis-Depay) is moving closer to a [Juventus](/soccer/team?id=111) transfer, according to [Sky Sport Italia](https://gianlucadimarzio.com/it/depay-juventus-trattativa-calciomercato-news-10-agosto-2022). The Albania international has already attracted interest from [Atalanta](/soccer/team?id=105), and appears set to depart North London after being displaced by from Antonio Conte's starting 11 for this season following the arrival of [Ivan Perisic](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/103485/Ivan-Perisic). [Mauro Icardi](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/167411/Mauro-Icardi) from PSG, reveals [Ekrem Konur](https://twitter.com/Ekremkonur/status/1560903912852492288?t=0gFjjMgGCWxxIG_rjMEshvhI3bo75UKRuOlWbUyydzc&s=19). Aubameyang reportedly is interested in a move to Stamford Bridge following the departure of [Timo Werner](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/191088/Timo-Werner) now that [Robert Lewandowski](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/125824/Robert-Lewandowski)'s arrival in Barcelona could siphon away playing time. Maurizio Sarri is still searching for a left-back this transfer window, and after failing to secure the signing of Chelsea's [Emerson Palmieri](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/159051/emerson), the Serie A side are set to pursue the 25-year-old from [Tottenham Hotspur](/soccer/team?id=367). The 28-year-old defender, who made just four Premier League appearances last season, is not part of Erik ten Hag's plans for the season and is fifth-choice centre-back following the arrival of [Lisandro Martinez](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/233937/Lisandro-Martínez). Despite only arriving at the Camp Nou in the January transfer window, the 33-year-old could be set to leave as Barcelona look to sign [Jules Kounde](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/231692/Jules-Koundé). According [to Marca](https://www.marca.com/futbol/real-madrid/2022/08/20/63009c7b22601ddc5b8b4590.html), the [England](/soccer/team?id=448) international is closer to joining Carlo Ancelotti's side following [Casemiro](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/173666/Casemiro)'s imminent move to Manchester United. The 24-year-old winger is set to return to the Premier League in a deal reportedly worth more than £25m plus add-ons. [Marseille](/soccer/team?id=176) and Manchester United have reached a full agreement to sign [Eric Bailly](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/212342/Eric-Bailly) on loan, reports [Fabrizio Romano](https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1560943171332366337). "There have been a few offers in for some players -- nowhere near the valuation the club would want to sell. Instead, it will fund his transfer to the Santiago Bernabeu as Real Madrid look to act ahead of Liverpool.

Aspas penalty cancelled out Benzema spot kick · Modric worldie restored Madrid's advantage · Vinicius Jr and Valverde wrapped up the win for Los Blancos.

With the strength of Barcelona and Atletico below them, they probably can't afford to drop the same amount of points as they did last season. [August 20, 2022] [pic.twitter.com/zi0zwFEfrp] [August 20, 2022] He did everything that we had come to expect of his predecessor: break up play, dribble past players and pass effectively. [pic.twitter.com/9flxwqA09n] [August 20, 2022] THE BIGGER PICTURE: Having battled with Celta for much of the first half, the second half just highlighted how good Carlo Ancelotti's look again this season.

The post-Casemiro era got off to the best possible start for Real Madrid as they dismantled Celta Vigo 4-1 at Balaidos on Saturday night, thanks largely to ...

Real Madrid have become one of those teams capable of intimidating any team across the continent. Ancelotti will now need to decide who Alaba's best partner is. An apt comparison could be made, with Modric seemingly like Michael Jordan dressed as a football player.

Luka Modric put in an exceptional performance while the likes of Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni also showed their incredible talent and potential. In ...

But it seems that Real Madrid have turned down the chance to sign a Spanish international midfielder on a free transfer next summer. But it looks like Real Madrid have other plans. Real Madrid’s midfield has recently been weakened with the departure of Casemiro to Manchester United in a deal that could rise upto £70 million including add-ons.

The transfer of Casemiro from Real Madrid to Manchester United caught almost everyone by surprise. The Brazilian midfielder has been an instrumental part of ...

Real Madrid did not stand in Casemiro’s way when the opportunity presented itself and it follows Los Blancos’ lack of sentiment when it comes to veteran players. [Wayne Rooney](https://www.football-espana.net/tag/wayne-rooney). News of United’s interest first broke on Tuesday and by Friday the deal was done.

Antonio Rudiger was one of the best defenders in the world at Chelsea before joining Los Blancos on a free transfer. On the other hand, the fans must have been ...

According to stats from The 14-time Champions League winners wanted the Brazilian, but a deal was complicated due to the fact that he possessed a non-EU passport. Real Madrid have not made a lot of additions this summer but they have added definite quality to their squad.

Aspas penalty cancelled out Benzema spot kick · Modric worldie restored Madrid's advantage · Vinicius Jr and Valverde wrapped up the win for Los Blancos.

With the strength of Barcelona and Atletico below them, they probably can't afford to drop the same amount of points as they did last season. [August 20, 2022] [pic.twitter.com/zi0zwFEfrp] [August 20, 2022] He did everything that we had come to expect of his predecessor: break up play, dribble past players and pass effectively. [pic.twitter.com/9flxwqA09n] [August 20, 2022] THE BIGGER PICTURE: Having battled with Celta for much of the first half, the second half just highlighted how good Carlo Ancelotti's look again this season.

Aspas penalty cancelled out Benzema spot kick · Modric worldie restored Madrid's advantage · Vinicius Jr and Valverde wrapped up the win for Los Blancos.

With the strength of Barcelona and Atletico below them, they probably can't afford to drop the same amount of points as they did last season. [August 20, 2022] [pic.twitter.com/zi0zwFEfrp] [August 20, 2022] He did everything that we had come to expect of his predecessor: break up play, dribble past players and pass effectively. [pic.twitter.com/9flxwqA09n] [August 20, 2022] THE BIGGER PICTURE: Having battled with Celta for much of the first half, the second half just highlighted how good Carlo Ancelotti's look again this season.

Real Madrid midfielder, Luka Modric has described Casemiro's departure from Los Blancos to Manchester United as a shame. Modric admitted that he was sad.

“The Casemiro thing is a shame, we have made history with him, he has been a fundamental piece for us and we are going to miss him a lot, as a player and a person. Modric admitted that he was sad to see Casemiro depart Real Madrid for Man United, adding that the LaLiga champions will miss him. EPL: It’s a shame you left Real Madrid for Man Utd, I’m sad – Modric tells Casemiro

Why have Real Madrid not been able to bring through players from their academy, despite them going on to become huge success stories elsewhere?

Another point of view is that luck plays a significant role in this situation. Even if they wanted to, little or nothing could be done in terms of bringing in players because you simply cannot be patient at a club of this calibre that seeks victory at every turn. It is no surprise that La Fabrica is synonymous with the word ‘quality’, and this level has been upheld throughout. You may be one of the best in the world and yet struggle at Real Madrid because one bad day could lose you your place in the team. La Fabrica, which literally translates to “The Factory,” has lived true to its name. When it comes to creating talent every season continuously, the setup boasts of unmatchable excellence.

The summer transfer window is here, and there's plenty of gossip swirling about who's moving where. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, ...

The Albania international has already attracted interest from [Atalanta](/soccer/team?id=105), and appears set to depart North London after being displaced by from Antonio Conte's starting 11 for this season following the arrival of [Ivan Perisic](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/103485/Ivan-Perisic). [Mauro Icardi](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/167411/Mauro-Icardi) from PSG, reveals [Ekrem Konur](https://twitter.com/Ekremkonur/status/1560903912852492288?t=0gFjjMgGCWxxIG_rjMEshvhI3bo75UKRuOlWbUyydzc&s=19). The 28-year-old defender, who made just four Premier League appearances last season, is not part of Erik ten Hag's plans for the season and is fifth-choice centre-back following the arrival of [Lisandro Martinez](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/233937/Lisandro-Martínez). Maurizio Sarri is still searching for a left-back this transfer window, and after failing to secure the signing of Chelsea's [Emerson Palmieri](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/159051/emerson), the Serie A side are set to pursue the 25-year-old from [Tottenham Hotspur](/soccer/team?id=367). But a knee injury sidelined him for the month of June, and denied him the opportunity to take in a quartet of games with the U.S. [Fabrizio Romano](https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1561353251752222727), [Benfica](/soccer/team?id=1929) keeper [Odisseas Vlachodimos](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/159135/odisseas-vlachodimos) is on [Manchester United](/soccer/team?id=360)'s shortlist. [saying after Sunday's 3-0 loss to Leeds](/soccer/chelsea-engchelsea/story/4726982/chelsea-wont-panic-in-transfer-market-after-loss-to-leeds-united-thomas-tuchel): "The transfer period is still open and it gets later and later and we need to focus on what we have and what we can do." According [to Marca](https://www.marca.com/futbol/real-madrid/2022/08/20/63009c7b22601ddc5b8b4590.html), the [England](/soccer/team?id=448) international is closer to joining Carlo Ancelotti's side following [Casemiro](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/173666/Casemiro)'s imminent move to Manchester United. 1, but they expect Henderson, who has impressed already at Forest, to return to Old Trafford at the end of the season and compete for the No. United are looking to bolster their attack, with Erik ten Hag desperate to sign a forward before the end of the transfer window. [Italy](/soccer/team?id=162) national team striker, who is out of a contract after seven seasons at [Torino](/soccer/team?id=239), would continue Roma's rebuild under Mourinho. Meanwhile, a source at Manchester United did not confirm a bid for Felix but said the club have monitored the player previously.

Carlo Ancelotti has made an incredible Eden Hazard claim, after the Belgian missed a penalty kick against Celta Vigo in Real Madrid's 4-1 win.

Is it possible for Hazard to return to his best though? The Belgian is 31 years of age now and has struggled with a series of injuries ever since arriving at Real Madrid back in 2019. On the other hand, he has scored 6 goals and assisted a further 10 in 67 games for Real Madrid.