His 28-minute cameo impressed fans, and Mastantuono made history by playing his first game at Real Madrid in La Liga. Mister Chip from ESPN Deportes reports that Mastantuono became the third youngest foreign player to make his La Liga debut with Real Madrid.

Real Madrid are gearing up for the first match of their 2025–26 La Liga campaign. Expectations are high under Xabi Alonso, especially with new signings Trent Alexander-Arnold, Dean Huijsen and Álvaro Carreras all expected to get the nod at the Santiago Bernabéu in Tuesday’s clash.

MADRID — Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso has praised the maturity of teenager newcomer Franco Mastantuono and downplayed the player's choice of former Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi as the world's best player.

Franco Mastantuono’s potential debut with Real Madrid has sparked controversy. Registered with the B team, CENAFE warns it could lead to claims of an ineligible lineup in LaLiga.

A new edition of LaLiga kicks off for Real Madrid this Tuesday against Osasuna at the Santiago Bernabéu stadium. This match will mark the beginning of

MADRID — Real Madrid signed Argentine teenage forward Franco Mastantuono to a six-year deal on Thursday. The former River Plate player, who turned 18 on Thursday, underwent his medical and signed the contract alongside Madrid president Florentino Pérez.

Real Madrid could face questions if Franco Mastantuono, their new €60m signing from River Plate, plays against Osasuna. The 18-year-old Argentine was officially presented as a first-team player