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Real Madrid Earn First La Liga Win of the Season with Late Goals

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2 years ago

August 25, 2024

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Real Madrid claimed their first La Liga victory of the season with a hard-fought 3-0 home win against Real Valladolid.

The game proved challenging for the champions, especially during Kylian Mbappe’s home debut, as Valladolid’s deep defensive line restricted space and minimized the impact of Mbappe, Vinicius Jr., and Rodrygo in the first half.

The breakthrough came in the 50th minute when Federico Valverde’s low shot, deflected heavily off Stanko Juric, beat Valladolid goalkeeper Karl Hein to open the scoring. As Valladolid pressed for an equalizer, the game began to open up, creating more opportunities for Real Madrid.

Substitute Brahim Diaz doubled Madrid’s lead in the 88th minute with a deft finish, chipping the ball over Hein after receiving a long pass from Eder Militao.

The scoreline was further embellished by 18-year-old debutant Endrick, who scored in the final minute of added time with a powerful shot inside the near post.

Despite several promising runs from Mbappe, he was unable to score on his home debut. However, the late goals from Valverde, Diaz, and Endrick ensured a well-deserved win for Carlo Ancelotti’s side.

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Arsenal Stay Top as Liverpool Hit Five in Premier League Showdowns

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3 days ago

March 2, 2026

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By Samuel Adeola

Arsenal maintained their grip at the top of the Premier League with a hard fought 2-1 victory over Chelsea in a tense London derby.

The Gunners showed composure under pressure to secure all three points and keep their title ambitions firmly on track.

Manchester City remain in close pursuit after edging Leeds United 1-0 away from home. The narrow win keeps City within touching distance as the title race intensifies.

At Anfield, Liverpool delivered the standout performance of the weekend, thrashing West Ham 5-2 in a ruthless attacking display. The emphatic result strengthens Liverpool’s push for a Champions League place.

Elsewhere, Manchester United boosted their European hopes with a 2-1 win over Crystal Palace. Everton stunned Newcastle 3-2 in a dramatic encounter, while Brentford edged Burnley 4-3 in a seven goal thriller.

Brighton secured a 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest and Fulham defeated Tottenham 2 1. Bournemouth and Sunderland shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw.

With Arsenal leading and City close behind, the title race remains wide open, while the battle for European places continues to gather pace.

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Champions League Round of 16 Draw Produces Heavyweight Clashes

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6 days ago

February 27, 2026

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By Samuel Adeola

The draw for the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League Round of 16 has produced blockbuster fixtures as Europe’s elite begin their knockout push toward Budapest 2026.

Among the standout ties, Paris Saint-Germain will face Chelsea, while Real Madrid renew their rivalry with Manchester City in what is billed as the clash of the round.

Elsewhere, Galatasaray take on Liverpool, and Atalanta meet Bayern Munich.

Other fixtures see Newcastle United against Barcelona, Atletico Madrid versus Tottenham Hotspur, Bodø/Glimt against Sporting CP, and Bayer Leverkusen facing Arsenal.

The ties will be played over two legs in March, with winners advancing to the quarter-finals.

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UEFA Champions League: Madrid, PSG, Atalanta, Newcastle Reach Round of 16

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1 week ago

February 26, 2026

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By Samuel Adeola

The UEFA Champions League play-off round concluded on Wednesday, with several top clubs sealing places in the Round of 16 ahead of Friday’s draw.

On Tuesday, Atlético Madrid defeated Club Brugge 4-1 to advance 7-4 on aggregate, while Bayer Leverkusen progressed 2-0 overall after a goalless draw with Olympiacos.

Bodø/Glimt stunned Inter Milan 2-1 away to seal a 5-2 aggregate win. Newcastle United thrashed Qarabağ 3-2 for a 9-3 aggregate victory.

On Wednesday, Atalanta BC came from behind to beat Borussia Dortmund 4-1 and advance 4-3 on aggregate. Real Madrid edged Benfica 2-1 to progress 3-1 overall, while defending champions Paris Saint-Germain drew 2-2 with Monaco to go through 5-4 on aggregate. Galatasaray also eliminated Juventus.

The Round of 16 draw holds Friday, February 27, 2026.