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  "id": 2528866,
  "title": "The ex-Blackburn winger facing Mourinho and Real Madrid",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/22/the-ex-blackburn-winger-facing-mourinho-and-real-madrid",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-22T07:44:05.000Z",
  "source": {
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  "account": "Tyrhys Dolan, a former Blackburn Rovers winger, is set to face a significant challenge when Real Madrid visits Espanyol's RCDE Stadium on Saturday. The 24-year-old, who began his Spanish career with Espanyol last summer, scored in Espanyol's 3-0 win over Levante in the opening game. Dolan is ready to take on the challenge, acknowledging that Real Madrid will bring their best and will not treat the match as an easy game. Though Dolan may be playing alongside other English players like Jude Bellingham and Trent Alexander-Arnold, he is focused on the task at hand and has a routine that has served him well since moving to Spain. Dolan believes that La Liga's high standard has accelerated his development, particularly in decision-making and crossing. With his family and friends in the stands, Dolan aims to keep their numbers manageable while staying confident and focused on securing a win for Espanyol.",
  "summary": "Tyrhys Dolan, who played for Blackburn Rovers for five years before joining Espanyol last summer, says he is ready to take on one of the biggest tests of his career against Real Madrid on Saturday.",
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        "outlet": "BBC Sport Football",
        "title": "The ex-Blackburn winger facing Mourinho and Real Madrid",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/22/the-ex-blackburn-winger-facing-mourinho-and-real-madrid-2529075",
        "published": "2026-08-22T07:44:05.000Z"
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