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The Metropolitano arrives and Xabi makes an Ancelotti-style ‘remake’
Atlético Madrid crushed Real Madrid 5–1 at the Metropolitano in La Liga, with Julián Álvarez scoring twice and Sorloth adding another in a dominant derby display.
That Emre is not there annoys us all
BVB want to extend their unbeaten run on Saturday against Niko Kovac’s favorite opponent. Fabio Silva could be in the squad for the first time while for captain Emre Can it was the next disappointment.
Simeone lifts Álvarez onto the pedestal: 'Best player we have'
Julián Álvarez helped Atlético Madrid to victory over Rayo Vallecano on Wednesday with a hat-trick. His coach Diego Simeone was full of praise for the Argentine forward afterwards. "We need him for many more years."
Much-discussed Lamine Yamal makes Barça fans happy: I'm back!
Lamine Yamal looks set to make his return for Barcelona next Sunday. The eighteen-year-old forward missed the last four matches due to a groin injury but has now recovered.
São Paulo miss out on the Libertadores semifinals and LDU Quito face Palmeiras
São Paulo crash out of the Copa Libertadores after a 1-0 home defeat to LDU Quito. Jeison Medina’s decisive strike sealed a 3-0 aggregate win, sending the Ecuadorians to their first semifinal in 17 years, where they will face Palmeiras.
Rape accusation? There are many people who take advantage of us
Achraf Hakimi, PSG and Morocco defender, faces an ongoing rape accusation dating back to 2023 but insists on his innocence. Calling it the hardest moment of his life, he says the allegations have deeply affected his family while he remains confident that justice will clear his name.
Adeyemi dazzles, Brandt with two assists: BVB defeat depleted Mainz
Despite the late withdrawal of top scorer Guirassy, a clinical BVB especially in the first half secured a 2–0 win in Mainz. FSV hit the post just before conceding the opening goal and, down to ten men in the second half, were unable to stage a comeback.
Missed chances and Bakayoko frustrate Simonis, BVB keep winning
Paul Simonis has suffered his second consecutive Bundesliga defeat with VfL Wolfsburg. There were plenty of chances against RB Leipzig, but it was Johan Bakayoko who stole the show in their victory.
Liverpool suffer bizarre first defeat, Chelsea also beaten with Hato in the team
Arne Slot’s Liverpool suffered their first defeat of the season on Saturday. Opponents Crystal Palace scored the winning goal deep into stoppage time.
Antony saves Betis in Europa League despite fitness
Antony and European competitions have been a good combination at Real Betis for two years now. The Brazilian played an important role last season in reaching the Conference League final, and at a higher level Antony is important as well. 'My brother said I was going to score.'