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Villarreal moves into the La Liga podium, Athletic Bilbao loses again
Villarreal came from behind to beat Osasuna 2-1 and move into La Liga’s top three, overtaking Athletic Bilbao, who suffered their third straight defeat with a 2-0 loss in Valencia. Barcelona and Espanyol remain level on points, while Real Madrid stay top with a perfect record.
Dembélé outshines Yamal and wins the Ballon d'Or
Ousmane Dembélé claimed the Ballon d'Or on Monday. The Paris Saint-Germain forward outshone Lamine Yamal.
Strasbourg and Monaco join the Ligue 1 lead, but only temporarily
Strasbourg and Monaco climbed into the Ligue 1 top spots alongside PSG and Lyon after thrilling wins, with Strasbourg beating Paris FC 3-2 and Monaco overcoming Metz 5-2. Ligue 1 remains tightly balanced after five rounds, with four teams tied at the top.
PSG lose in Marseille and hand the lead to Monaco
PSG suffered a shock 1-0 defeat to Marseille in Le Classique, losing their place at the top of Ligue 1 to Monaco. Luis Enrique’s side, missing key players, now face mounting pressure in both the French league and the Champions League.
Pellegrini rises again and gives the derby to Roma
A serious mistake by Nuno Tavares paves the way for the Giallorossi, who catch up with Milan in second place. The Biancocelesti regret Dia’s wasted chance and Cataldi’s shot against the post in stoppage time.
Ouedraogo’s statement with a 13-month delay
In July 2024, Assan Ouedraogo moved from Schalke 04 to RB Leipzig. Due to two serious injuries, he barely featured in his first year. Against Cologne, the midfielder made his starting debut for the Saxons and crowned it in style.
Is Simeone missing for Atlético not only against Frankfurt
Diego Simeone faces the prospect of more than a one-match suspension in the Champions League after the heated closing stages in Liverpool. Are other Atlético players also at risk of trouble.
Vinícius gets jab from unexpected source after Ballon d'Or failure
For Vinícius Júnior, it was a tough pill to swallow after Monday night’s Ballon d'Or gala. The winger, who finished second in 2024, now had to settle for sixteenth place. Not only did the media highlight it, but Vinícius also received a jab from an unexpected source.
Liverpool tipped as title favorite: 'Arteta plays too much with the handbrake on'
The English analysts believe that Liverpool are once again the favorites for the title this season. Arsenal have the squad to challenge Arne Slot’s team, but manager Mikel Arteta is, according to them, too defensive in his approach.
Barcelona beat Getafe and remain two points behind leaders Real Madrid
Barcelona beat Getafe 3-0 in La Liga’s fifth round, with Ferrán Torres scoring twice and Dani Olmo adding the third. Playing at the Johan Cruyff Stadium, the Catalans secured their second straight home win and remain just two points behind leaders Real Madrid.