Atletico Madrid 2-1 Girona: Angel Correa bags a brace as Atletico seal a 2-1 win over Girona
2 years, 2 months ago

Atletico Madrid 2-1 Girona: Angel Correa bags a brace as Atletico seal a 2-1 win over Girona

Daily Mail  

Angel Correa scored twice as Atletico Madrid won 2-1 against Girona on Saturday to move up to fourth in LaLiga. Atletico Madrid beat Girona 2-1 at home thanks to a brace from striker Angel Correa Both Correa's goals were scored in the early minutes of each half. Girona reduced the deficit in the 65th minute when Rodrigo Riquelme's long-range shot deflected off Atletico defender Jose Maria Gimenez, which took it beyond goalkeeper Jan Oblak. 22-year-old Rodrigo Riquelme scored Girona's only goal while on loan from Atletico It was Atletico's second consecutive LaLiga win as they looked to rebound from their Champions League loss to Club Brugge on Tuesday.

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Atletico Madrid snatch late win at Barca to top La Liga
2 days ago

Atletico Madrid snatch late win at Barca to top La Liga

New Indian Express  

BARCELONA: Atletico Madrid came from behind to snatch a last-gasp 2-1 victory over Barcelona and claim leadership of La Liga on Saturday. Pedri sent the Catalans ahead but second-half goals from Rodrigo De Paul and Alexander Sorloth helped Diego Simeone's side move three points clear at the top of the table, having played one match fewer than Barca. Hansi Flick's …

Griezmann seals superb Atletico comeback in Sevilla thriller
2 weeks ago

Griezmann seals superb Atletico comeback in Sevilla thriller

China Daily  

Atletico Madrid's Antoine Griezmann celebrates with Samuel Lino and Alexander Sorloth after scoring the fourth goal. REUTERS MADRID — Antoine Griezmann struck a 94th-minute winner to snatch Atletico Madrid a thrilling 4-3 victory over Sevilla on Sunday in La Liga. However, Griezmann pegged one back before substitute Samuel Lino scored a stunning effort from the edge of the box and …

La Liga 2024-25: Griezmann’s late brace leads Atletico Madrid to 4-3 comeback win over Sevilla
2 weeks ago

La Liga 2024-25: Griezmann’s late brace leads Atletico Madrid to 4-3 comeback win over Sevilla

The Hindu  

A second-half double from Antoine Griezmann earned Atletico Madrid a stunning 4-3 comeback home win over Sevilla in the La Liga 2024-25 on Sunday, as the host claimed its ninth straight win in all competitions. Sevilla’s Dodi Lukebakio equalised just two minutes later with a powerful low strike following a corner before Isaac Romero put it ahead after a quick …

UEFA Champions League 2024/25: Simeone delighted with Atletico’s 6-0 feast at Sparta Prague
3 weeks, 5 days ago

UEFA Champions League 2024/25: Simeone delighted with Atletico’s 6-0 feast at Sparta Prague

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone was thrilled with his side’s commanding performance in a 6-0 thrashing of host Sparta Prague in the Champions League on Tuesday, on a night when forward Julian Alvarez put on a show with two goals. If the team has the chance to keep playing like this and scoring goals, so much the better,” Simeone told …

La Liga 2024-25: Simeone proud of Atletico’s resilience in 1-0 win at Mallorca
1 month, 1 week ago

La Liga 2024-25: Simeone proud of Atletico’s resilience in 1-0 win at Mallorca

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone said he was proud of how his players fought and dug deep to earn a 1-0 win at Mallorca in La Liga on Sunday and secure their fourth consecutive triumph in all competitions. Simeone said his side had not let Wednesday’s last-gasp 2-1 win at Paris St Germain in the Champions League go to its …

Barcelona Dominates Espanyol, Clinches Three Points in La Liga
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Barcelona Dominates Espanyol, Clinches Three Points in La Liga

Firstpost  

Barcelona secured a 3-1 victory against Espanyol, with Dani Olmo scoring twice. Atletico Madrid eased past Las Palmas to move third, with coach Diego Simeone's son Giuliano netting his first goal for the club. Barcelona have started life under Flick in sensational form and after beating Bayern Munich and Real Madrid last week cruised to victory against Manolo Gonzalez’s side.

Son of Diego Simeone shines as Atletico Madrid secures comfortable win over Las Palmas
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Son of Diego Simeone shines as Atletico Madrid secures comfortable win over Las Palmas

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid secured a 2-0 win over Las Palmas in La Liga on Sunday, with Diego Simeone's son Giuliano scoring his first goal for the club. The victory eased the team's recent poor form and moved them to third in the league. The match also raised support for those affected by the recent floods in the Valencia region.

Atletico Madrid stunned after its biggest loss in Europe since 2021: 'It was really bad'
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Atletico Madrid stunned after its biggest loss in Europe since 2021: 'It was really bad'

New Indian Express  

LISBON: Atletico Madrid's 4-0 loss at Benfica in the Champions League on Wednesday was the team's worst defeat in Europe in three years, according to UEFA. Benfica's victory equaled the biggest winning margin by a Portuguese team against a Spanish one in a European Cup or Champions League match. The uncharacteristic defeat by Atletico came after a tense Spanish league …

New signings Conor Gallagher and Alvarez have energised Atletico: Diego Simeone
3 months, 1 week ago

New signings Conor Gallagher and Alvarez have energised Atletico: Diego Simeone

India Today  

Coach Diego Simeone reckons that the recent arrivals of English midfielder Conor Gallagher and Argentine striker Julian Alvarez have infused Atletico Madrid with fresh energy. Speaking after Atletico's commanding 3-0 victory over Valencia on Sunday, Simeone praised the impact of the new signings, both of whom found the back of the net for the first time in La Liga. Atletico …

La Liga 2024-25: Angel Correa scores in stoppage time to help Atletico Madrid beat Athletic Bilbao
3 months, 3 weeks ago

La Liga 2024-25: Angel Correa scores in stoppage time to help Atletico Madrid beat Athletic Bilbao

The Hindu  

Angel Correa’s strike from a counter-attack in stoppage time gave Atletico Madrid a hard-fought 1-0 La Liga victory at Athletic Bilbao on Saturday. Last season’s Copa del Rey champion Athletic Bilbao is 10th on four points. Diego Simeone’s Atletico travelled to Bilbao under duress after a dour scoreless home draw with promoted Espanyol on Wednesday and was forced to make …

Atletico Madrid struggles to find the net in 0-0 draw with Espanyol in Spanish league
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Atletico Madrid struggles to find the net in 0-0 draw with Espanyol in Spanish league

Associated Press  

MADRID — Atletico Madrid couldn’t find the net from 25 attempts and had two goals disallowed in the second half of a 0-0 draw at home against promoted Espanyol in the Spanish league on Wednesday. It was the second draw in three matches to start the season for Diego Simeone’s team, and the first point for Espanyol in its return …

Barcelona seals lucrative 2nd place in Spain, Sorloth scores 4 as Villarreal draws with Real Madrid
7 months ago

Barcelona seals lucrative 2nd place in Spain, Sorloth scores 4 as Villarreal draws with Real Madrid

Associated Press  

MADRID — Barcelona routed Rayo Vallecano 3-0 to secure the lucrative second place in the Spanish league on Sunday, while champion Real Madrid drew 4-4 at Villarreal with Norway striker Alexander Sorloth scoring all four goals for the hosts. Real Sociedad secured the last Europa League spot with a 2-0 win at Real Betis, which was left with a place …

La Liga 2023-24: Riquelme earns Atletico Madrid narrow win at Mallorca
7 months, 2 weeks ago

La Liga 2023-24: Riquelme earns Atletico Madrid narrow win at Mallorca

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid closed in on a Champions League spot after winger Rodrigo Riquelme’s early strike earned his side a 1-0 win at Mallorca in La Liga on Saturday. With four games remaining, Diego Simeone’s side are fourth in the standings on 67 points, six ahead fifth-placed Athletic Bilbao. Runaway leaders Real Madrid claimed a record-extending 36th La Liga title earlier …

Real Madrid clinch record extending 36th LaLiga title after Girona thrash Barcelona
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Real Madrid clinch record extending 36th LaLiga title after Girona thrash Barcelona

India Today  

Real Madrid claimed a record-extending 36th LaLiga title on Saturday after Girona fought-back to beat Barcelona 4-2, a result that left Carlo Ancelotti's side with an unassailable lead in the standings. On Saturday Andreas Christiansen gave Barca the lead in the third minute before Girona hit back a minute later with LaLiga top-scorer Artem Dovbyk heading in the equaliser. However, …

Advantage Atletico but Haller gives Dortmund hope
8 months, 1 week ago

Advantage Atletico but Haller gives Dortmund hope

China Daily  

Rodrigo De Paul celebrates scoring Atletico Madrid's opening goal in a 2-1 win over Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday. MADRID — Atletico Madrid moved closer to returning to the Champions League semifinals with a 2-1 win over Borussia Dortmund in the first leg of their quarterfinal on Wednesday. "We will be ready and hopefully we can put Atletico back in the …

Advantage Atletico but Haller gives Dortmund hope
8 months, 1 week ago

Advantage Atletico but Haller gives Dortmund hope

China Daily  

Rodrigo De Paul celebrates scoring Atletico Madrid's opening goal in a 2-1 win over Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday. MADRID — Atletico Madrid moved closer to returning to the Champions League semifinals with a 2-1 win over Borussia Dortmund in the first leg of their quarterfinal on Wednesday. "We will be ready and hopefully we can put Atletico back in the …

La Liga: Rodrygo keeps Real Madrid clear of Barcelona, Girona boost European dream
8 months, 3 weeks ago

La Liga: Rodrygo keeps Real Madrid clear of Barcelona, Girona boost European dream

Firstpost  

Without suspended Vinicius Junior, his Brazilian compatriot Rodrygo made the difference with two superb strikes against Athletic Bilbao Rodrygo scored a brace in Real Madrid's win over Athletic Bilbao to maintain their La Liga lead. Without suspended Brazil forward Vinicius Junior, his compatriot Rodrygo made the difference with two superb strikes against an Athletic with one eye on next weekend’s …

La Liga: Barcelona outclasses Atletico Madrid in 3-0 win to climb second
9 months ago

La Liga: Barcelona outclasses Atletico Madrid in 3-0 win to climb second

The Hindu  

Barcelona cruised to an emphatic 3-0 win at Atletico Madrid on Sunday with goals from Joao Felix, Robert Lewandowski and Fermin Lopez, to move second in the La Liga standings. Lewandowski extended the advantage two minutes into the second half as Raphinha stole the ball from Atletico’s Rodrigo de Paul to set up the Pole for his 13th league goal …

Girona move back to 2nd after beating Osasuna; Atletico Madrid suffer shock loss against Cadiz
9 months, 1 week ago

Girona move back to 2nd after beating Osasuna; Atletico Madrid suffer shock loss against Cadiz

Firstpost  

Atletico’s season has hit some turbulence and the loss follows on from defeat over two legs in the Copa del Rey semi-final against Athletic Bilbao and a 1-0 first-leg loss at Inter Milan in the Champions League last 16. Reuters Barcelona: Girona returned to winning ways by beating Osasuna 2-0 on Saturday to move back into second place in LaLiga, …

La Liga: Barcelona breezes past Getafe 4-0 to climb to second place
9 months, 4 weeks ago

La Liga: Barcelona breezes past Getafe 4-0 to climb to second place

The Hindu  

Raphinha, Joao Felix, Frenkie De Jong and Fermin Lopez scored to earn Barcelona a 4-0 win over visitors Getafe on Saturday which lifted Xavi Hernandez’s side to second in the LaLiga standings. In a quick counter, the Brazilian winger beat the off-side trap to latch on to Jules Kounde’s long pass and blasted the ball past Getafe keeper David Soria. …

Atletico Madrid boss Simeone sweating on Griezmann fitness after ankle injury
10 months ago

Atletico Madrid boss Simeone sweating on Griezmann fitness after ankle injury

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid is hoping Antoine Griezmann’s injury is nothing more than a sprained ankle after the forward was substituted in its 1-0 defeat by Inter Milan in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie, manager Diego Simeone said. Atletico’s all-time leading goalscorer, who has scored five goals in six Champions League games this season, was replaced by Angel …

Copa del Rey: Alex Berenguer penalty earns Athletic Bilbao semi-final first leg win at Atletico Madrid
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Copa del Rey: Alex Berenguer penalty earns Athletic Bilbao semi-final first leg win at Atletico Madrid

Firstpost  

Alex Berenguer earned Athletic Bilbao an impressive 1-0 win at Atletico Madrid in a tense Copa del Rey semi-final first leg clash on Wednesday. “We did what we’ve been doing all the year, the team sacrificed a lot and this is the way we have to continue.” Sitting fourth in La Liga and 10 points adrift of leaders Real Madrid, …

Athletic Bilbao ends Atletico Madrid’s 28-match unbeaten streak at home in 1st leg of Copa semifinal
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Athletic Bilbao ends Atletico Madrid’s 28-match unbeaten streak at home in 1st leg of Copa semifinal

Associated Press  

MADRID — Athletic Bilbao ended Atletico Madrid’s 28-match unbeaten streak at home with a 1-0 win in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals on Wednesday. “It’s always tough to win in this stadium, they are always pressing forward and putting you on the defensive,” Athletic coach Ernesto Valverde said. “It was a typical Copa match and we …

Atletico back in Copa semifinals 7 years later, VAR denies penalty for Sevilla
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Atletico back in Copa semifinals 7 years later, VAR denies penalty for Sevilla

Hindustan Times  

Seven years later, Atletico Madrid is back in the Copa del Rey semifinals. Atletico Madrid's players celebrate their victory at the end of the Spanish Copa del Rey quarter final football match between Club Atletico de Madrid and Sevilla FC Memphis Depay scored in the second half and video review called back a penalty for Sevilla in stoppage time as …

La Liga: Rampant Girona keep lead, Real Madrid, Barcelona stage late wins
11 months ago

La Liga: Rampant Girona keep lead, Real Madrid, Barcelona stage late wins

Firstpost  

Artem Dovbyk struck a hat-trick inside seven minutes as minnows Girona powered back to the top of La Liga with a thumping 5-1 win over Sevilla on Sunday. After Real Madrid scraped a controversial 3-2 win over bottom side Almeria and a treble by Ferran Torres helped Barca win 4-2 at Real Betis, Girona demonstrated their title credentials. Madrid battled …

Spanish league leader Girona held to 0-0 draw at last-place Almeria
11 months, 1 week ago

Spanish league leader Girona held to 0-0 draw at last-place Almeria

Associated Press  

MADRID — Girona was held by last-place Almeria to a 0-0 draw in the Spanish league on Sunday, missing a chance to open a bigger gap over Real Madrid while its rival played in the Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia. Madrid beat Barcelona 4-1 in the Spanish Super Cup final on Sunday to win its first trophy of the …

Real Madrid beats rival Atletico in eight-goal thriller to book place in Super Cup final
11 months, 1 week ago

Real Madrid beats rival Atletico in eight-goal thriller to book place in Super Cup final

The Hindu  

Real Madrid defeated Atletico Madrid 5-3 after extra-time in a pulsating battle in Saudi Arabia to reach the Spanish Super Cup final on Wednesday. Antoine Griezmann levelled with a milestone goal for Atletico to become their all-time leading scorer and Kepa Arrizabalaga’s own goal sent the Rojilbancos ahead, but Dani Carvajal smashed Madrid level and forced extra-time. With the game …

Copa del Rey: Real Madrid thrash Arandina to storm into last 16, Atletico beat Lugo
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Copa del Rey: Real Madrid thrash Arandina to storm into last 16, Atletico beat Lugo

Firstpost  

Reigning champions Real Madrid secured their place in the Copa del Rey last 16 with a 3-1 win at fourth-tier Arandina on Saturday. The minnows fought gamely in the first half but Joselu put Madrid ahead with a penalty early in the second, with Brahim Diaz and Rodrygo Goes expanding Madrid’s lead. Madrid defender Nacho Fernandez put through his own …

Real Madrid, Atletico win to advance to Spanish Cup last 16; Betis knocked out
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Real Madrid, Atletico win to advance to Spanish Cup last 16; Betis knocked out

Hindustan Times  

Real Madrid cruised into the last 16 of the Copa del Rey with a 3-1 win over Arandina on Saturday, while Atletico Madrid progressed after a 3-1 win away to third-tier Lugo courtesy of a second-half double from Memphis Depay and Angel Correa's early goal. Antonio Rudiger reacts at the end of the Spanish league football match between Real Madrid …

Girona's miracle run continues to astound
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Girona's miracle run continues to astound

China Daily  

Girona's Brazilian defender Yan Couto reacts during Wednesday's thrilling 4-3 victory over Atletico Madrid. AFP BARCELONA — Shock Spanish title challenger Girona snatched a remarkable 4-3 victory over Atletico Madrid to keep pace with Real Madrid at the top of La Liga on Wednesday. After Los Blancos edged Real Mallorca 1-0 thanks to Antonio Rudiger's goal, Ivan Martin's stoppage-time strike …

'We Cannot Keep Up With Madrid': Girona Coach Michel Sanchez on La Liga Title Hopes
11 months, 2 weeks ago

'We Cannot Keep Up With Madrid': Girona Coach Michel Sanchez on La Liga Title Hopes

News 18  

Girona coach Michel Sanchez insisted his team cannot keep up with La Liga leaders Real Madrid despite their stunning 4-3 win over Atletico Madrid on Wednesday to pull level in first place. The Catalan minnows, promoted to the top flight in 2022, are tied with leaders Real Madrid at the half-way stage of the season, 10 points clear of third …

Girona edge Atletico thriller, stay level with Real Madrid
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Girona edge Atletico thriller, stay level with Real Madrid

Hindustan Times  

Shock Spanish title challengers Girona snatched a remarkable 4-3 victory over Atletico Madrid to keep pace with Real Madrid at the top of La Liga on Wednesday. Girona's Spanish midfielder Ivan Martin celebrates with teammates After Los Blancos edged Real Mallorca 1-0 thanks to Antonio Rudiger's goal, Ivan Martin's stoppage time strike ensured the Catalan minnows matched Carlo Ancelotti's side …

Real Madrid beats Mallorca 1-0, stays ahead of Girona on goal difference at halfway point
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Real Madrid beats Mallorca 1-0, stays ahead of Girona on goal difference at halfway point

The Hindu  

Real Madrid and Girona extended their impressive runs to reach the halfway point of La Liga at the top of the standings. THRILLER IN GIRONA Girona’s Ivan Martin celebrates after scoring the winning goal against Atletico Madrid at Montilivi Stadium on Wednesday. Then at the end of the season we’ll see where we are.” MADRID KEEPS PUSHING Vinícius was back …

La Liga: Girona Snatch Late Win Over Atletico Madrid to Keep Pace With League Leaders
11 months, 2 weeks ago

La Liga: Girona Snatch Late Win Over Atletico Madrid to Keep Pace With League Leaders

News 18  

Ivan Martin’s stoppage-time goal earned Girona a dramatic 4-3 home win against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday that kept them level on points with Real Madrid at the LaLiga summit. Atletico striker Alvaro Morata had grabbed a hat-trick as they fought back from 3-1 down to level but Martin showed superb close control before firing into the top corner to snatch …

Madrid edges Mallorca 1-0 and Girona beats Atletico 4-3 to stay at the top at halfway point in Spain
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Madrid edges Mallorca 1-0 and Girona beats Atletico 4-3 to stay at the top at halfway point in Spain

Associated Press  

MADRID — Real Madrid and Girona extended their impressive runs to reach the halfway point of the Spanish league season at the top of the standings. Then at the end of the season we’ll see where we are.” MADRID KEEPS PUSHING Vinícius was back in action after an absence of nearly two months because of a muscle injury, but the …

La Liga: Girona starts new year with another chance to show it’s a genuine title contender in Spain
11 months, 3 weeks ago

La Liga: Girona starts new year with another chance to show it’s a genuine title contender in Spain

The Hindu  

The new year brings Girona another chance to show it’s a genuine title contender in the Spanish league. Girona’s first match of 2024 is a tough challenge against third-place Atletico Madrid at home on Wednesday. Girona, partly owned by Manchester City’s Abu Dhabi ownership, is tied with Real Madrid on 45 points but trails the Spanish powerhouse on a tiebreaker. …

Girona starts new year with another chance to show it’s a genuine title contender in Spain
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Girona starts new year with another chance to show it’s a genuine title contender in Spain

Associated Press  

MADRID — The new year brings Girona another chance to show it’s a genuine title contender in the Spanish league. Girona’s first match of 2024 is a tough challenge against third-place Atletico Madrid at home on Wednesday. Girona, partly owned by Manchester City’s Abu Dhabi ownership, is tied with Real Madrid on 45 points, but trails the Spanish powerhouse on …

La Liga: Atletico Madrid Dig Out Narrow Win Over Sevilla as Marcos Llorente Strikes
1 year ago

La Liga: Atletico Madrid Dig Out Narrow Win Over Sevilla as Marcos Llorente Strikes

News 18  

Atletico Madrid climbed to third place in La Liga on Saturday as they beat Sevilla 1-0 despite playing the last 20 minutes with 10 men. In a match postponed in September because of storms, Marcos Llorente scored the only goal one minute after coming on as a substitute at half time. Llorente pounced when Sevilla centre back Sergio Ramos failed …

La Liga: Ten-man Real Madrid scores late to snatch victory at Alaves
1 year ago

La Liga: Ten-man Real Madrid scores late to snatch victory at Alaves

The Hindu  

A stoppage time header by fullback Lucas Vazquez earned 10-man Real Madrid a 1-0 victory at lowly Alaves in La Liga on Thursday, with defender Nacho handed his marching orders following a sliding tackle. The win left Real Madrid on top of the standings on goal difference, level on 45 points with surprise package Girona who was held to a …

Girona must earn the right to be LaLiga title contenders: Michel
1 year ago

Girona must earn the right to be LaLiga title contenders: Michel

The Hindu  

La Liga leader Girona has to earn the right to be regarded as a title contender alongside giants Real Madrid, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid, coach Michel said after Monday’s win over Alaves. The 3-0 home win propelled Girona back to the top of the standings with 44 points from 17 matches, two more than second-placed Real and nine above Barcelona, …

La Liga: Girona Regains Top Spot With Convincing 3-0 Victory Over Alaves
1 year ago

La Liga: Girona Regains Top Spot With Convincing 3-0 Victory Over Alaves

ABP News  

Madrid: Girona, with an outstanding performance, reclaimed their position at the summit of La Liga on Monday night, securing a 3-0 triumph against Alaves and amassing 44 points from the initial 17 matches of the season. The on-loan winger, Yan Couto, stole the spotlight with brilliant contributions, providing crucial assists for Girona's first two goals and earning a penalty that …

Girona shows it’s a genuine title contender with 4-2 statement win at Barcelona to go top in Spain
1 year ago

Girona shows it’s a genuine title contender with 4-2 statement win at Barcelona to go top in Spain

Associated Press  

MADRID — Girona made its strong case to be considered a genuine contender for the Spanish league title by beating Catalan rival Barcelona 4-2 on Sunday and overtaking Real Madrid at the top of the standings. Ukraine forwards Artem Dovbyk and Viktor Tsygankov teamed up for Girona’s opener, and Miguel Gutierrez, Valery Fernández and Cristhian Stuani scored a goal each …

La Liga: Felix gives Barcelona 1-0 home win over Atletico Madrid
1 year ago

La Liga: Felix gives Barcelona 1-0 home win over Atletico Madrid

The Hindu  

Barcelona’s Joao Felix scored in the first half to secure a hard-fought 1-0 home win against his valiant parent club Atletico Madrid in a compelling La Liga clash on Sunday. The Portuguese, on loan at Barca after a bitter split with Diego Simeone’s side, netted with a fine dinked finish over goalkeeper Jan Oblak in the 28th minute and did …

Girona not title race level, should enjoy 'historic' La Liga form: Michel
1 year ago

Girona not title race level, should enjoy 'historic' La Liga form: Michel

Hindustan Times  

Coach Michel is determined to enjoy Girona's "history-making" La Liga run after Saturday's 2-1 win over Valencia 2-1 and not think about the title race because his team are "not at that level". Cristhian Stuani scored two late goals within five minutes at home to ensure Girona stayed equal with leaders Real Madrid at 38 points from 15 matches. It …

Barcelona needs own-goal to salvage 1-1 draw at Rayo. Griezmann leads Atletico past Mallorca 1-0
1 year ago

Barcelona needs own-goal to salvage 1-1 draw at Rayo. Griezmann leads Atletico past Mallorca 1-0

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Barcelona needed an own-goal by Rayo Vallecano defender Florian Lejeune in the final minutes to salvage a 1-1 draw in Madrid on Saturday. Antoine Griezmann scored with a header as Atletico Madrid beat Mallorca 1-0 at home and moved into third place ahead of Barcelona on goal difference. Barcelona played its first match this season without midfielder …

Girona’s La Liga surge quashing upper echelon of Spanish football
1 year, 1 month ago

Girona’s La Liga surge quashing upper echelon of Spanish football

The Hindu  

Estadi Montilivi - a football stadium with a modest capacity of 14,624 - is home to Spain’s best team so far this season. Promoted to La Liga in the 2022-23 season, Girona is only in its fourth-ever campaign in Spain’s top tier. Girona, the surprise package of the season, is dazzling with its attacking brand of football under charismatic coach …

La Liga: 17-year-old Guiu scores seconds into his debut as Barcelona beats Athletic 1-0; Girona joins Real at top with 5-2 win over Almeria
1 year, 2 months ago

La Liga: 17-year-old Guiu scores seconds into his debut as Barcelona beats Athletic 1-0; Girona joins Real at top with 5-2 win over Almeria

The Hindu  

Another teenager has made history for Barcelona in the Spanish league. The victory gave Barcelona 24 points after 10 matches, one point behind league leaders Real Madrid and Girona. Barcelona, the only unbeaten team left in the league, got the win despite playing without several regular starters, including Robert Lewandowski, Pedri, Frenkie de Jong, Raphinha, Jules Koundé and Sergi Roberto. …

Girona rallies to beat Almeria 5-2 and join Real Madrid at the top of the Spanish league
1 year, 2 months ago

Girona rallies to beat Almeria 5-2 and join Real Madrid at the top of the Spanish league

News 18  

MADRID: Girona continued its impressive run in the Spanish league by coming from behind to beat last-place Almeria 5-2 and join Real Madrid at the top of the standings on Sunday. The Catalan club scored three goals in a six-minute span toward the end of the first half to erase a two-goal deficit and went on to pick up its …

Griezmann’s late penalty earns Atletico Madrid 2-1 win over Sociedad in La Liga.
1 year, 2 months ago

Griezmann’s late penalty earns Atletico Madrid 2-1 win over Sociedad in La Liga.

The Hindu  

Antoine Griezmann scored a late penalty to give Atletico Madrid a 2-1 La Liga home win over Real Sociedad on Sunday, in a match in which VAR was again under the spotlight following two contentious handball decisions. Atletico missed several chances, including two strikes off the post, one by Rodrigo de Paul and Axel Witsel from point-blank range, but Sociedad …

Improving Atletico Madrid is 5th in the La Liga with 2-0 win at Osasuna
1 year, 2 months ago

Improving Atletico Madrid is 5th in the La Liga with 2-0 win at Osasuna

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid kept the momentum going from its win against rival Real Madrid by beating Osasuna 2-0 in the Spanish league on Thursday. Atletico beat rival Madrid 3-1 at home on Sunday, with Griezmann scoring one of the goals for Diego Simeone’s team. Before beating Madrid, Atletico was coming off a draw at Lazio in the group stage of the …

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