Football news this Thursday, November 12, 2026 is dominated by Real Madrid’s record revenue, Spain’s crucial match in Prague, FC Barcelona’s devastating scoring form, institutional tensions in Vallecas and encouraging news about Pepe Mel’s recovery.
Real Madrid are once again flexing their financial muscle, forecasting record revenue of €1.4 billion this season. This financial growth rests on two key pillars: the commercial performance of the new Santiago Bernabéu, which already generates more than €400 million per season, and the profits from selling players developed in the club’s academy.
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Spain visit Czechia tonight at Letná Stadium, determined to extend their unbeaten run in the UEFA Nations League. For this demanding away fixture, the coaching staff have named the three players to be left out of the matchday squad: Aymeric Laporte, Nico Williams and goalkeeper Álvaro Vallés will not be available for the match.
FC Barcelona have made a historic attacking start to the season. With 48 goals in just 12 matches, the Catalan side comfortably lead the scoring charts across Europe’s five major leagues. If they maintain this average of four goals per game, they would shatter LaLiga’s all-time record—held by José Mourinho’s Real Madrid with 121 goals—and surpass the best-ever tallies in England, Germany, Italy and France.
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Another institutional setback for Rayo Vallecano. The Madrid regional government, which owns the venue, remains committed to its plan to terminate the current concession for Vallecas Stadium. Faced with this situation, the club’s board is considering leaving its Vallecas home if it ultimately loses control of the stadium’s management.
The day’s most positive news comes from Seville. Pepe Mel is making good progress after suffering a stroke. According to El Desmarque, the coach has been taken off sedation, is awake, speaks normally and recognises his family members.
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