Kick-off on 19.08.23 20:30.

The Andalusians lost their opener at home to Rayo Vallecano, conceding two penalties by the 28th minute, 0-2. The Red and Whites took 19 shots, but 11 of them missed the target. The hosts created more dangerous attacks (59-36). In Bilbao, Los Blancos defeated Athletic, with Bellingham scoring in his first official match, 2-0. The Royal Club committed only six fouls.

Watch Almería vs Real Madrid live — the teams have met seven times at the Juegos Mediterráneos. The Galácticos have claimed four wins, while two matches ended in 1-1 draws. The Rojiblancos won just once, back in the 2007/08 season, 2-0 — the only match in which the Madrid side failed to score. Almería signed Colombian forward Luis Suárez for eight million euros. In the second half of last season, he scored four goals and provided four assists in 21 appearances for the Red and Whites.

UDA also completed the signing of Reims midfielder Lopy for eight million. The club paid Real six million for Arribas, who had two goals in 77 appearances for Castilla. Pubill joined from Levante for five million to strengthen the defense. The Rojiblancos also brought in Iddrisu Baba on loan from Mallorca (148 appearances for the islanders). Watch Almería vs Real Madrid live.

According to Bild, Real Madrid’s new signing Bellingham created tension in the Dortmund locker room due to his ego, drawing negative reactions from teammates. As per El Chiringuito, Los Blancos will abandon their pursuit of Mbappé if the Frenchman extends his contract with PSG again.

The Royal Club signed Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa on loan for one million, with no buyout clause. The Spanish keeper agreed to the move after being promised a starting role. Former Fenerbahçe player Güler picked up an injury. Watch Almería vs Real Madrid live.