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Real Madrid’s preseason tour continues in central Europe! After playing Fiorentina in Austria last weekend, Los Blancos (that’s Real Madrid’s nickname) are heading to Hungary to face Ferencváros. This is all happening under the watchful eye of their manager, José Mourinho.
Important Point: This match is a friendly (preseason game), meaning the result doesn’t count for any tournament. But don’t let that fool you—players are fighting for their spots in the starting lineup for the real season!
These two teams have a history going back over 30 years! Here’s what happened last time they met:
| What’s at Stake | Details |
|---|---|
| New signings | Chance to show what they can do |
| Young stars | Players like Endrick desperate to impress |
| Returning stars | Vinícius Jr and Brahim Díaz could play after missing last game |
| Manager’s eye | Mourinho is watching everyone closely |
Date: Saturday, August 8
Stadium: Ferencváros Stadion
Location: Budapest, Hungary
Kickoff Times:
| Country | TV Channel / Streaming Service |
|---|---|
| United States | CBS Sports Network, fuboTV |
| Mexico | Disney+ Premium Mexico |
| Spain | Real Madrid TV (RMTV) |
Full list of broadcasters worldwide for Ferencváros vs. Real Madrid
After Budapest, the team has a busy schedule before the real season starts:
Real Madrid continues their preseason preparation with a historic matchup against Ferencváros in Budapest. While the game is a friendly, it’s a crucial opportunity for both established stars (Vinícius Jr, Brahim Díaz) and rising talents (Endrick) to catch manager José Mourinho’s attention. The match kicks off Saturday, August 8 at 1 PM ET, available on CBS/fuboTV (US), Disney+ (Mexico), and Real Madrid TV (Spain). After this, Madrid faces RC Deportivo and Schalke 04 before launching their 2026–27 La Liga campaign against Espanyol on August 22.
According to this article, yes. The content states "Real Madrid’s preseason under new manager José Mourinho." (Note: In real life, Mourinho managed Real Madrid from 2010–2013. This article appears to be from a future perspective—possibly the 2026–27 season.)
Great question! Friendlies are like "open tryouts." Players fight for starting positions, new signings get their first minutes, and the manager tests tactics. Plus, you might see young stars like Endrick before they become household names!
Check the full broadcasters list linked in the article—it covers channels worldwide.
August 22 – Real Madrid kicks off the 2026–27 La Liga season against Espanyol. That’s when the points actually count!