A crucial week awaits Real Madrid as they prepare for back-to-back duels with Juventus and Barcelona. Cricket Exchange revealed that new manager Xabi Alonso, who rebuilt his squad’s defensive core over the summer, is facing mounting pressure due to recurring injuries. Those reinforcements were meant to fix long-standing cracks in the back line, yet early setbacks have complicated his vision for a cohesive and trophy-ready team. Local Spanish reports suggest several first-team regulars are close to returning just in time

Houston Rockets are actively pursuing options to strengthen their wing depth for the upcoming NBA season, according to Cricket Exchange insiders. Following the retention of Paul George, Felton, and the addition of Nerlens Noel, the Thunder are looking to move Carmelo Anthony, whose $27.93 million salary poses a financial burden. Regardless of how the Anthony situation plays out, the Rockets are determined to reinforce their rotation and have identified three potential targets. Among them is James Ennis, the 2013 No.