Fans of Deportivo Alavés in Spain staged a protest against the growing number of Friday and Monday night games in La Liga, boycotting the opening minutes of their match against Sevilla to highlight their frustration. The protest aimed to show the impact of these inconvenient games on fan attendance and called for a return to traditional weekend football.
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti addressed criticism regarding his team’s style of play, emphasizing that winning is paramount despite their less-than-ideal performance. While acknowledging the importance of attractive football, Ancelotti believes Real Madrid fans prioritize victories, especially with several key players still recovering from injuries and others struggling to reach peak form. Ancelotti remains optimistic about the team’s progress, highlighting the intensity and pace of their approach, while also emphasizing the importance of adapting to the strengths of his players.
Despite a 2-1 loss to Monaco in their Champions League opener, Barcelona coach Hansi Flick remains confident in his team’s abilities. He attributed the defeat to an early red card and praised his players’ effort despite the disadvantage. Flick is focusing on the team’s upcoming La Liga match and believes they have the strength to perform well in the Champions League.
Barcelona forward Dani Olmo will be out for up to five weeks after suffering a hamstring injury. This setback comes as a huge blow to Barcelona, particularly ahead of their Champions League campaign.
Real Madrid secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Real Sociedad in La Liga, thanks to second-half penalties from Vinicius Jr and Kylian Mbappe. The match was a tense and exciting affair, with both sides creating numerous chances and hitting the woodwork multiple times.
Real Madrid travels to the Basque Country to face Real Sociedad in a crucial La Liga match. Despite being third in the table, Madrid has struggled to find consistency early in the season. Sociedad, also facing challenges, sits in 15th place. Find out how to watch the match and what to expect from both teams.
Valencia striker Rafa Mir has vehemently denied allegations of sexual assault, following his conditional release from custody. The case is under investigation, and Mir’s lawyer insists the accusations are unfounded. This incident comes amidst a series of high-profile sexual assault cases in Spanish football, raising concerns about the sport’s response to such allegations.
Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has demanded Spain be stripped of its co-hosting rights for the 2030 World Cup unless it addresses the ongoing issue of racism in its stadiums. His comments come after repeated racist abuse directed at him during La Liga matches, prompting a fierce debate in Spain.
Kylian Mbappé scored a brace, including a penalty, to lead Real Madrid to a 2-0 home victory over Real Betis in La Liga. The win moves Real Madrid to second place in the standings with eight points, four behind Barcelona. Girona also secured a 2-0 win over Sevilla, moving them to fourth in the table.
Kylian Mbappe scored twice to lead Real Madrid to a 2-0 victory over Real Betis, silencing critics who questioned his early performances. The win moved Real Madrid into second place in La Liga, four points behind Barcelona.
