The 2024-25 football season is in full swing, and fans are already treated to a whirlwind of excitement across the globe. From the Premier League’s familiar title race to the thrilling debuts in La Liga and Bundesliga, there’s something for every football enthusiast.
Premier League
Erling Haaland continues his scoring rampage, leading Manchester City to a dominant start. The Norwegian sensation bagged a hat-trick in their second match against Ipswich Town, following a comfortable opening day win against Chelsea. Ilkay Gundogan’s return from Barcelona added to the atmosphere at the Etihad, as fans welcomed their former hero back home. Arsenal, aiming to challenge City for the title this season, started strong with victories against Wolves and Aston Villa, showcasing their depth and attacking prowess.
Meanwhile, Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United are still searching for consistency. Despite a late win against Fulham in their opener, they were defeated by Brighton in their subsequent match, highlighting their vulnerability. Mohamed Salah, with his new look, proved to be as lethal as ever, breaking the record for most Premier League goals on opening days. Liverpool have started the season on a positive note, securing wins against Chelsea and Brentford.
Chelsea’s summer transfer spree has raised eyebrows, with manager Enzo Maresca having to manage a squad of 42 first-team players. The Blues, despite losing their opening match against City, bounced back with a 6-2 victory against Wolves, showcasing their offensive potential. Tottenham Hotspur, powered by Son Heung-min’s brace, crushed Everton 4-0. Newcastle United, backed by their Saudi Arabian owners, are also making a strong statement with two wins in their first two matches.
La Liga
Kylian Mbappé’s highly-anticipated debut in La Liga was met with an anti-climactic draw against Mallorca. Real Madrid, despite his absence from the scoresheet, bounced back with a resounding 3-0 victory against Real Valladolid, with Endrick shining brightly in his dream debut. Barcelona, facing financial constraints, have enjoyed a positive start with wins against Valencia and Athletic Bilbao, thanks to Robert Lewandowski’s scoring prowess. Atletico Madrid, strengthened by new signings, started the season with a draw against Villarreal but followed it up with a convincing 3-0 win against Girona.
Bundesliga
Defending champions Bayer Leverkusen continued their winning streak with a dramatic late win against Borussia Mönchengladbach, thanks to Florian Wirtz’s redemption after missing a penalty. Bayern Munich, under new manager Vincent Kompany, secured a narrow victory over Wolfsburg in a five-goal thriller. Borussia Dortmund, with new coach Nuri Şahin at the helm, enjoyed a 2-0 win against Eintracht Frankfurt. RB Leipzig, despite a red card, secured a win over VfL Bochum.
Serie A
Inter Milan started their title defence with a draw against Genoa, but bounced back with a 2-0 win against Lecce. AC Milan, under new manager Paulo Fonseca, are struggling to find their footing, with a draw and a loss in their first two matches. Juventus, under the guidance of Thiago Motta, began their season with a comfortable 3-0 win against Como. Napoli, led by Antonio Conte, endured a heavy defeat in their opening match but recovered with a 3-0 victory against Bologna. Atalanta, building on their Europa League triumph, opened the season with a win against Lecce but lost to Torino in their second match. Roma, led by Daniele De Rossi, are yet to register a win, experiencing draws and losses in their first two matches.
Ligue 1
Paris Saint-Germain, despite Kylian Mbappe’s departure, continue to dominate the French league, with convincing wins in their first two matches. Lyon are experiencing a disappointing start, losing both their opening matches. Marseille, after a strong opening win, were held to a draw in their second match.
Beyond Europe
Inter Miami, led by Lionel Messi, continue to top the Eastern Conference in Major League Soccer despite his injury. Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr, however, are facing a difficult start to the season, struggling for consistency in the Saudi Pro League.
With the season just getting started, fans can expect even more excitement and drama as teams fight for trophies and glory. Stay tuned for the latest updates and developments in the world of football.
