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Spain train tragedy: 21 dead as derailed high-speed train hits oncoming service

Spain train tragedy: 21 dead as derailed high-speed train hits oncoming service

The tail end of an evening train between Malaga and Madrid with some 300 passengers went off the rails near Cordoba at 7:45 pm local time and slammed into a train with some 200 passengers coming from Madrid to Huelva, another southern Spanish city, according to rail operator Adif

19 January,2026 11:00 AM IST | Barcelona | AP
Copa del Rey | 'Worse than a tragedy': Alvaro Arbeloa

Copa del Rey | 'Worse than a tragedy': Alvaro Arbeloa

“At this club, a draw is bad enough, a tragedy. Imagine a defeat like this. It’s painful and I’m sure that all the fans are hurt. If anyone is responsible for this defeat, it’s me,” said a candid Arbeloa, who took the reins from Xabi Alonso on Tuesday

16 January,2026 09:02 AM IST | Madrid | Agencies
Why Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid spell ended in disappointment

Why Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid spell ended in disappointment

Xabi Alonso’s short-lived spell as Real Madrid coach unravelled amid heavy defeats in big games, dressing-room ego clashes, tactical inconsistency and a lack of trust in young talent. Despite arriving with pedigree after a historic spell at Bayer Leverkusen, Alonso struggled to impose authority and clarity at Madrid, leading to his exit

14 January,2026 09:14 AM IST | Mumbai | Ronan Carvalho
Raphinha shines as Barcelona edge Real Madrid in Super Cup thriller

Raphinha shines as Barcelona edge Real Madrid in Super Cup thriller

Raphinha’s brace powered Barcelona to a dramatic 3-2 win over Real Madrid as they retained the Spanish Super Cup. Coach Hansi Flick praised the Brazilian’s intensity and mentality, saying his energy lifted the entire team. The victory has boosted Barcelona’s confidence as they aim to replicate last season’s domestic success

13 January,2026 09:53 AM IST | Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) | AFP

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