Oh, boy… Have to go back a spell to expound with clarity on this one. Those of you that follow the ‘beautiful game’ – as in futbol – the name Zindedine Zidane, should always conjure up some fine sentiments. At a bare minimum – ‘Zizou’ – as he was affectionately known to legions of fans spanning the earth, just saying his name would bring a pleasant smile. Algerian

Hazard is yet to make an appearance since joining Madrid from Chelsea this summer after suffering a thigh injury which kept him out of the club's opening three games and he could miss Saturday's clash.

PETE JENSON: A neutral evaluation of Jose Mourinho's career would probably conclude that his finest hour came in 2010 when he guided Inter Milan to their first European Cup in 45 years.

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane greeted his players in a mask and gloves as Los Blancos returned to their training ground for coronavirus tests on Wednesday.

Zidane is looking to bring more 'physical robustness' into the Los Blancos side in order to switch their play style next season to play next season. Pogba and Haaland would be welcome additions for that.

Zinedine Zidane let all his raw emotions out when he celebrated Real Madrid's Spanish Super Cup final triumph over fierce rivals Atletico Madrid on Sunday in Saudi Arabia.

PETE JENSON IN SPAIN: Victory for either man will, not only condemn the other to a desperate attempt at catch-up between now and the end of the season, it could also mean the axe this summer.

Diego Costa scored four goals and was later sent off as Real Madrid were beaten 7-3 by city rivals Atletico, leaving Zidane 'hurt' but 'not concerned' at the result.

Eden Hazard's current manager at Real Madrid, Zinedine Zidane, scored an incredible match-deciding volley in the 2002 Champions League final as Real Madrid beat Bayer Leverkusen.

'We need to see Eden like this, playing well, and scoring goals,' said Zidane. 'He wanted that, he was happy in the dressing room after the game and we hope this is the first of many.'

Real Madrid head coach Zinedine Zidane insists there have been no discussions about Gareth Bale leaving in January. He is currently visiting his agent in London.

Zinedine Zidane has confirmed Gareth Bale is back in training with the Real Madrid senior side and working 'hard' ahead of his return from yet another injury.

Zinedine Zidane has backed Gareth Bale to return to form with Real Madrid and insisted he is not bothered by the Welshman's 'Wales. Golf. Madrid' jibe.

PETE JENSON: Gareth Bale was whistled by Real Madrid supporters in his first game back since his Wales flag celebration and Zinedine Zidane admitted the situation was unsustainable.

Bale had been criticised in Spain after being pictured celebrating Wales' Euro 2020 qualification victory over Hungary in midweek with a flag which read 'Wales. Golf. Madrid. In that order'.

PETE JESON IN SPAIN: Real Madrid may have thrown away two points against PSG but Zinedine Zidane was asked how he could explain the remarkable improvement in his team.

Zinedine Zidane says he will not stop Wales star Gareth Bale from playing golf in his spare time. Bale admits playing golf is his passion and that his team-mates have nicknamed him 'The Golfer'.

PETE JENSON IN SPAIN: Real Madrid's injury crisis might be giving Zinedine Zidane a headache but the one player he is desperate to not be without for Barcelona plays in midfield.

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has left winger Gareth Bale out of the 19-man squad that will face Sevilla in La Liga on Saturday, despite the Welshman training all week injury free.

The duo were left out of the squad to face Sevilla last weekend with some reports claiming Bale had been dropped, despite the winger having trained as normal all week.

Brahim Diaz - the former Manchester City forward who refuses to go out on loan - sent Real Madrid into the last-16 of the Spanish Cup with a brace after they suffered a scare.

Zinedine Zidane has spoken of his hopes of winning the Copa del Rey after Real Madrid eased into the last 16 with a 3-1 victory at Unionistas de Salamanca.

Gareth Bale impressed on his return to Real Madrid's starting XI as they beat Unionistas de Salamanca 3-1 in the Copa del Rey but was forced off with an ankle injury in the 53rd minute of the game.

Gareth Bale is back in the Real Madrid squad for a La Liga game for the first time in over a month after being included for Sunday's match at Osasuna.

Zinedine Zidane says that Real Madrid will count on Gareth Bale during the final months of the season after the Welsh forward started in the 4-1 win at Osasuna on Sunday.

Zidane is reported to have a fractious relationship with Bale and attempted to force him out the club last summer - something the player felt was 'professional abuse'.

Zinedine Zidane is looking to sell five of his Real Madrid stars in order to lay the foundations for a bold spree of signings as Los Blancos look to ring the changes this summer transfer window.

Zidane was openly willing to let the Welsh winger leave the Bernabeu in the summer and a move to the Chinese Super League almost came to fruition before it collapsed.

PETE JENSON: Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane will have plenty of decisions to make when this season finishes. From trimming a bloated squad to selling Gareth Bale, he has a lot of work to do.

Karim Benzema has been a consistent goalscorer in his professional career and has represented France over 80 times, but the former Lyon marksman hasn't played for Les Bleus since 2015.

In extra-time of the 2006 final in Berlin, France captain Zidane head-butted Materazzi in the chest after words were exchanged. Zidane was sent-off and Italy went on to win on penalties.

Zinedine Zidane was sensationally shown red in the 2006 World Cup final after headbutting Italy defender Marco Materazzi in extra time. Fabio Cannavaro went on to lift the trophy in Berlin.

Edwin van der Sar highlighted the differences between Zinedine Zidane and his Juventus team-mates by revealing he would drive a Fiat into training, while others favoured a Ferrari.

ALVISE CAGNAZZO IN ITALY: Juventus president Andrea Agnelli (inset) has retained a close relationship with club legend Zinedine Zidane (right) and is hopeful of luring him back to Turin.

Zinedine Zidane could be able to get his man to the Bernabeu for a cut-price fee, with Manchester United reportedly resigned to losing him.

The Spaniard is currently on loan at the Gunners from the LaLiga giants with his short-term deal set to expire this summer. The Premier League club, as well as Juventus, have been linked with a move.

Zinedine Zidane could be able to get his man to the Bernabeu for a cut-price fee, with Manchester United reportedly resigned to losing him.

The Spaniard is currently on loan at the Gunners from the LaLiga giants with his short-term deal set to expire this summer. The Premier League club, as well as Juventus, have been linked with a move.

Dani Ceballos has revealed that he hasn't spoken to Zinedine Zidane since he left Real Madrid. The midfielder is currently on a season-long loan at Arsenal.

A calf injury has ruled him out of Real's last four games in all competitions, and he won't feature at home to Galatasaray in the Champions League on Wednesday, according to Real manager Zidane.

The forward posed with a flag with the words 'Wales, golf, Madrid... in that order' on it after securing Euro 2020 qualification on Tuesday night after fans sang a song with those lyrics.

Edwin van der Sar highlighted the differences between Zinedine Zidane and his Juventus team-mates by revealing he would drive a Fiat into training, while others favoured a Ferrari.