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Confirmed: Real Madrid secure the future of teenage defender compared to Rudiger
Real Madrid have secured the future of one of the most highly rated prospects in their academy, with 15-year-old defender Noah Corona Martinez signing a new contract at the club.
Born in Madrid in 2011, Noah is regarded as one of the standout defensive talents coming through La Fabrica. And the Merengues have acted swiftly to secure his immediate future.
Rated highly at Real Madrid
As confirmed by AS, coaches at Valdebebas view him as one of the academy’s strongest one-on-one defenders, with some considering him the best duel-winner across the entire youth system.
Primarily a centre-back, Noah is valued for his versatility and can also play on either flank. His biggest strengths are his physicality, defensive aggression and ability to defend large spaces, qualities that are increasingly important in the modern game.
Coaches are particularly impressed by his comfort defending in open areas and his ability to recover quickly when the defensive line is pushed high.
On the ball, he is equally promising. Noah possesses good distribution skills and the confidence to build attacks from the back, making him a modern defensive prospect with a well-rounded profile.
His progress has already attracted attention from the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), which has included him in several youth national team preliminary squads.
Interesting background
His arrival at Real Madrid also carried significance as Noah was one of the first academy players recruited from Atletico Madrid in 2023 after the long-standing informal non-aggression pact between the two clubs began to break down, following the case of Jesus Fortea.
Off the pitch, Noah has an unusual background. Before fully committing to football, he practised martial arts and became Spanish Kenpo Karate champion at the age of 12.
He is also fluent in both German and English, a rare trait for a player of his age and one reason why some within the club draw comparisons with Antonio Rudiger.
By extending Noah’s contract, Real Madrid have reinforced their commitment to one of the academy’s most promising defensive prospects and a player many believe could have a significant future at the club.
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Mbappe elated after being named Real Madrid Player of the Month for August: ‘We can do great things this year’
Kylian Mbappe has been named Real Madrid Player of the Month for August after an impressive start to the 2026/27 season.
The French forward was recognised for his performances during the month, featuring in all three of Real Madrid’s matches and scoring four goals.
Mbappe opened his goalscoring account for the season in Real Madrid’s second game of the season against Real Sociedad, plundering a hat-trick in a 4-1 win.
The France captain was on target again in the next game, scoring in a 4-0 win over newly-promoted La Liga side, Malaga.
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Mbappe happy with positive start
After receiving the award at the training facilities earlier today, Mbappe spoke to RMTV, talking positively about the team’s start to the campaign and outlined his ambitions for the months ahead.
“We’ve started the season positively. I hope we can continue like this on Saturday. I think there can be a lot of success this season,” he said.
The Real Madrid forward is determined to play his part as the team pursue trophies on multiple fronts.
“I’m really looking forward to helping the team and showing that we can do great things this year. I’m always happy to play here. I know it’s a privilege,” he noted.
Welcoming the new arrivals
Mbappe also discussed the new faces who have joined the squad, stressing the importance of ensuring everyone settles quickly into the team.
After all, Real Madrid have made as many as six new additions in Ibrahima Konate, Marc Cucurella, Bernardo Silva, Carlos Espi, Denzel Dumfries, and Yan Diomande.
“It’s always good to see new faces. They come wanting to help the badge and Real Madrid. We’ve tried to make sure everyone adapts in the best possible way so that we can all move in the same direction,” he stated.
With the squad continuing to improve, Mbappe believes unity will be crucial as Real Madrid aim for a successful season.
The France captain’s four goals in August, coupled with his strike against Inter Milan earlier this week, have provided an early indication of his importance to the side as Real Madrid look to bring trophies back at the Bernabeu.
