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Tuesday, March 17, 2015

The reasons behind Cristiano Ronaldo's media blackout

Cristiano Ronaldo fury and rage in 2015

The sirens have sounded in the Spanish capital, as Real Madrid appears to continue sinking game after game and now with the team's main star, Cristiano Ronaldo, calling out a media blackout until the end of the season. With La Liga's title race still open and a place in the Champions League quarter-finals already guaranteed, what's really going on in Ronaldo's mind?

Cristiano Ronaldo is still the world's richest football player in 2015

Cristiano Ronaldo claims first spot as the richest player in the world

Without much surprise, it was Cristiano Ronaldo who ended up topping the list for the richest football player in the World, in a yearly ranking published by Goal.com earlier this Thursday. Barcelona's Lionel Messi and Neymar Jr were left a few millions behind CR7 and had to settle with the remaining places of the podium.

Real Madrid 1-1 Villarreal. Two important points dropped at home

Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates his goal in Real Marid vs Villarreal

It certainly wasn't in Ancelotti's plans to slip at home just a few weeks before visiting Barça at the Camp Nou, but that's what happened this Sunday night. Playing at the Bernabéu and despite having had Ronaldo's name in the scoresheet, Real Madrid failed to go beyond a 1-1 draw against Villarreal and have now seen their lead to Barcelona being cut to only 2 points...

Who is truly irreplaceable in Real Madrid?

Real Madrid players in a goal celebration in 2015

We understand this might be a quite controversial topic to bring to the table, but it sure won't hurt to discuss it and present our own conclusions. Is there anyone really irreplaceable in this Real Madrid squad, or is this team strong enough to not be depending on any player in particular?

Why Cristiano Ronaldo is the most popular athlete in social media

Cristiano Ronaldo most popular athlete in the world in social media

There's no other athlete in the world who can claim to be more popular than Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portuguese and Real Madrid star is undoubtedly the most sought-after football player in social media and there are several reasons that help us explaining why that happens...

Elche 0-2 Real Madrid. Seeing Barça from the rearview mirror

Cristiano Ronaldo header goal in Elche 0-2 Real Madrid

Real Madrid capitalized on Barcelona's slip this weekend and after beating Elche by a 0-2 scoreline, they are now 4 points on top of their archrivals. Cristiano Ronaldo returned to his goalscoring habits in La Liga, while Benzema scored the opener and his 13th league goal of the season.

How talent and strategy propelled Ronaldo to win his 3rd Ballon d'Or

Cristiano Ronaldo winning his 3rd FIFA Ballon d'Or in 2015

Cristiano Ronaldo is the living proof that one should never underestimate the heart of a champion. The Portuguese star stepped up a notch last year and thanks to his talent, hard-work and resilience, he got rewarded with his 3rd FIFA Ballon d'Or trophy.

Schalke 0-2 Real Madrid. Ronaldo finds his form in Europe

Cristiano Ronaldo wearing Real Madrid's pink kit, in the 2015 UEFA Champions League

Real Madrid has earned an important advantage in the UEFA Champions League last-16 round, after visiting and beating Schalke through a clear 0-2 scoreline. Cristiano Ronaldo in the first half and Marcelo later in the second, scored the two Merengues' goals that put Ancelotti's team with one foot in the next round.

Cristiano Ronaldo and his 6 years of record-breaking in Madrid

Cristiano Ronaldo first day in Madrid

In his 6th season playing for Real Madrid, Cristiano Ronaldo already has plenty of reasons to be proud of his achievements. He earned his place as one of the club's most notable figures ever and even though he recently turned 30, he's still beating records on a regular basis...

Real Madrid 2-0 Deportivo. Regaining confidence...

Cristiano Ronaldo frustrated and tapping the ground with his hand

Real Madrid will remain the league leaders for at least another week, after hosting and beating Deportivo by 2-0, thanks to goals from Isco and Benzema. Cristiano Ronaldo played the whole game, but failed to find the back of the net for his 3rd consecutive match.

What went wrong? Real Madrid's tactical dilemmas in 2014-15

Cristiano Ronaldo lost in Real Madrid 2014-2015

Real Madrid's 22-win streak came to an end right in their first game of 2015 and the truth is that ever since that happened, the team seems to have started struggling in many aspects of their game. What went wrong? Is it merely a tactical dilemma? How important were the injuries in the team's dip in form?

Can Real Madrid win back-to-back Champions League titles?

Cristiano Ronaldo chasing Champions League glory

Since the beginning of the UEFA Champions League under its new format (1992-93), there has never been a single club capable of winning back-to-back titles. It's the pinnacle of all competitions and one that every player aspires to win at least once. Having already tasted success last year, Real Madrid are the ones who are now on the chase to try opening a precedent and lift the trophy for a second straight year.

Atletico Madrid 4-0 Real Madrid. Shred into pieces at the Calderón

Cristiano Ronaldo and Real Madrid humiliated against Atletico in 4-0 loss

Atletico Madrid ran over their rivals Real Madrid this Saturday afternoon at the Vicente Calderón, by beating Carlo Ancelotti's men with a shocking 4-0 scoreline. Cristiano Ronaldo made his return after serving a 2-game suspension, but just like most of his teammates on the pitch, he struggled to produce anything positive at all.

The legend turns 30. Happy birthday Cristiano Ronaldo!

Cristiano Ronaldo happy birthday poster for his 30th anniversary wallpaper

Cristiano Ronaldo turns 30 years old today (February 5 of 2015) and just like it happens with wine, the Portuguese star seems to only be getting better as he gets older. In this very special day, we decided to celebrate the occasion by reviewing some of Ronaldo's most important career milestones so far...

Real Madrid 2-1 Sevilla. Jesé and James open up the gap to 4 points

James Rodríguez header goal in 2015, in Real Madrid 2-1 Sevilla

Real Madrid got the 3 points from their delayed league fixture against Sevilla, after beating the Andalucia side by 2-1 at the Bernabéu. With Ronaldo still suspended, it was up to James and Jesé Rodríguez to step up and score the goals that allowed the Merengues to now go 4 points clear of Barcelona on the top of La Liga.

Jorge Mendes: "Cristiano Ronaldo buyout clause is 1 billion euros"

Jorge Mendes and Cristiano Ronaldo

How much is Cristiano Ronaldo really worth these days? Can an athlete be priced according to his buyout clause? His agent Jorge Mendes, recently talked with BBC in England and claimed that Ronaldo is worth the 1 billion euros fee that were set as his buyout clause in his last contract signed with Real Madrid.

Real Madrid 4-1 Real Sociedad. A calm afternoon at the Bernabéu

Real Madrid players after a goal

Real Madrid reacted well to Cristiano Ronaldo's absence and easily found a way to beat Real Sociedad by 4-1, this Saturday afternoon at the Santiago Bernabéu. James Rodríguez, Sergio Ramos and Karim Benzema with a double, made sure that the 3 points were going to stay at home, as they all added their name to the scoresheet.

Cristiano Ronaldo is handed a 2-game ban in La Liga

Cristiano Ronaldo sees a red card for Real Madrid

The Spanish Football Disciplinary Committee have announced their decision on Cristiano Ronaldo's punishment following the red card he has seen against Cordoba last weekend, handing the Real Madrid forward a two game ban "effective immediately". Ronaldo will miss the upcoming games against Real Sociedad and Sevilla, but he will be available for the derby against Atletico, on February 7. 

Cordoba 1-2 Real Madrid. Ronaldo gets sent off but no points are lost

Cristiano Ronaldo sent off with a straight red card in Cordoba vs Real Madrid

Real Madrid visited Cordoba this Saturday afternoon in another La Liga fixture, in a game where the Merengues only managed to secure the 3 points one minute before the end of the regular time. Cristiano Ronaldo got sent off with a straight red card late in the second half, which ultimately forced the goalscoring task to land on Benzema and Gareth Bale's feet.

Ronaldo: "We have to be humble enough to always work hard"

Cristiano Ronaldo training and working hard

Cristiano Ronaldo has recently granted an interview to "France Football", in which he speaks a bit about his habits and routines, his rivalry with Lionel Messi and the meaning of his shout during the acceptance speech at the 2014 FIFA Ballon d'Or ceremony.