Real Madrid has made headlines recently with the announcement of three nominations for the La Liga awards for August, following a strong start to the 2026/27 season. After a disappointing previous campaign, the club underwent significant changes, including the appointment of manager Jose Mourinho and the acquisition of six new players during the summer transfer window.
Under Mourinho's guidance, Real Madrid has kicked off the new La Liga season with an impressive record, winning all three of their opening matches. Victories against RCD Espanyol, Real Sociedad, and Malaga have propelled the team to second place in the league standings, just behind Barcelona, who also have nine points but boast a superior goal difference.
The positive momentum has led to multiple nominations for Real Madrid players and their manager for the La Liga monthly awards. Mourinho himself has been nominated for the La Liga Coach of the Month for August, marking a successful return to the Santiago Bernabeu after a lengthy absence of 13 years. His tactical acumen appears to be steering the team back on course, and he faces competition from Barcelona’s Hansi Flick and Alaves manager Quique Sanchez Flores for the prestigious award.
In addition to Mourinho, midfielder Jude Bellingham has earned a nomination for the La Liga Player of the Month award. The England international has thrived in his new role as an attacking midfielder under Mourinho's management, showcasing his talents with two goals and two assists in the early part of the season. Bellingham's resurgence has not gone unnoticed, as he competes for the Player of the Month title against notable names such as Barcelona's Raphinha, Deportivo de A Coruna's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Atletico Madrid's Alex Baena, and Alaves defender Nahuel Tenaglia.
Furthermore, Real Madrid's rising star, Arda Guler, has been nominated for the La Liga U23 Player of the Month award. The Turkish playmaker has made a significant impact in his first few appearances, starting in two of the three league matches and contributing with one goal and one assist. Guler will be up against competitors like Xavi Espart, Miguel Sierra, Javi Hernandez, and Yassir Zabiri in this category.
These nominations reflect Real Madrid's strong start to the season and the individual performances that have helped the team regain its competitive edge in La Liga. As the season progresses, fans will be keen to see how these players and their manager continue to perform and whether they can secure the awards they are nominated for.
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