LaLiga: Zinedine Zidane enjoys winning start to second Real Madrid coaching stint; Atletico Madrid beaten at Athletic Bilbao
5 years, 9 months ago

LaLiga: Zinedine Zidane enjoys winning start to second Real Madrid coaching stint; Atletico Madrid beaten at Athletic Bilbao

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The victory ends a run of four consecutive home defeats for Madrid and means they are now two points behind Atletico, nine back on Barca. Zinedine Zidane brought Real Madrid’s outcasts in from the cold and they repaid him with a win over Celta Vigo on Saturday but LaLiga’s title race could well be over after Atletico Madrid were beaten by Athletic Bilbao. Isco and Gareth Bale each scored in Madrid’s 2-0 victory over Celta before Atletico lost 2-0 at San Mames, giving Barcelona the chance to go 10 points clear if they overcome Real Betis on Sunday. “I will count on everyone.” The victory ends a run of four consecutive home defeats for Madrid and means they are now two points behind Atletico, nine back on Barca.

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Copa del Rey: Captain Griezmann scores winner as Atletico Madrid sails into round of 16
6 days, 2 hours ago

Copa del Rey: Captain Griezmann scores winner as Atletico Madrid sails into round of 16

The Hindu  

A first-half goal from captain Antoine Griezmann gave Atletico Madrid a 1-0 win at third-tier Marbella on Saturday to send it into Copa del Rey round of 16 with a 13th consecutive victory across all competitions. That equalled Atletico’s best-ever run of victories and coach Diego Simeone’s best winning record at the club since the 2012-13 season. “We are living …

La Liga 2024-25: Real Madrid’s Ancelotti expects close title race
1 week, 1 day ago

La Liga 2024-25: Real Madrid’s Ancelotti expects close title race

The Hindu  

There is unlikely to be a runaway LaLiga victor this season like Real Madrid in the previous edition, with a multi-club title race making it harder for a dominant leader to emerge, the champions’ manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Thursday. Barcelona, leader since August, has slipped to third after winning only one of its last seven league matches, losing the …

Mbappe's adaptation period is over: Real Madrid's Ancelotti after Sevilla win
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Mbappe's adaptation period is over: Real Madrid's Ancelotti after Sevilla win

India Today  

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti believes Kylian Mbappé has moved past his adjustment phase at the club, asserting that his standout performance against Sevilla exemplifies his integration into the team. Mbappe's contribution—a goal and an assist—played a pivotal role in Real Madrid's 4-2 victory on Sunday, December 22. The victory over Sevilla was a turning point not just for Mbappe …

Real Madrid climb up to second in LaLiga after seeing off Sevilla
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Real Madrid climb up to second in LaLiga after seeing off Sevilla

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Isaac Romero pulled one back before half-time, but Brahim Diaz ended Sevilla’s …

La Liga 2024-25: Atletico’s Simeone praises team’s resilience in his first win at Barca
2 weeks, 6 days ago

La Liga 2024-25: Atletico’s Simeone praises team’s resilience in his first win at Barca

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone highlighted his side’s resilience after it beat Barcelona 2-1 and climbed atop La Liga on Saturday with its 12th straight win in all competitions. Simeone acknowledged Barcelona was the better side for much of the game and highlighted his players’ fighting spirit after they rallied from a goal down to pick up their first win …

Atletico Madrid snatch late win at Barca to top La Liga
2 weeks, 6 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 …

La Liga 2024/25: Atletico boss Simeone eyes first ever win away at title rivals Barcelona
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3 weeks ago

La Liga 2024/25: Atletico boss Simeone eyes first ever win away at title rivals Barcelona

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid’s Diego Simeone is currently the longest serving manager in La Liga but despite winning the league twice, he has yet to achieve a victory away at title rival Barcelona, a challenge the Argentine is looking forward to on Saturday. “What we’ve been talking about for a month and a half, the team is working well as a unit, …

Atletico takes 11-game winning streak to Barcelona in battle for La Liga top spot
3 weeks ago

Atletico takes 11-game winning streak to Barcelona in battle for La Liga top spot

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — When Atletico Madrid led the Spanish league in spending on summer transfers, Diego Simeone’s club was making a bet it could challenge for its first title since 2021. Atletico has pulled level on points with Barcelona after reeling off six wins in a row in La Liga, while Barcelona has won only one of its last six …

La Liga 2024-25: Barcelona stunned by lowly Leganes in 1-0 home defeat
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

La Liga 2024-25: Barcelona stunned by lowly Leganes in 1-0 home defeat

The Hindu  

La Liga leader Barcelona lost 1-0 to Leganes on Sunday with defender Sergio Gonzalez’s early header enough to stun the wasteful host who lost its second consecutive league game in front of its own fans. Leganes took the lead from a corner after four minutes when visiting captain Gonzalez rose unmarked at the near post to fire an unstoppable header …

La Liga: Barcelona go down to Leganes as title race heats up; Atletico beat Getafe to go level on points with Catalans
3 weeks, 5 days ago

La Liga: Barcelona go down to Leganes as title race heats up; Atletico beat Getafe to go level on points with Catalans

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Barcelona went down to Leganes in the Spanish La Liga on Sunday, thus suffering another blow in the title race. AP La Liga leaders Barcelona stumbled 1-0 at home against Leganes on Sunday as they suffered another blow in the Spanish title race. We have to be better in front of goal if we want to win points, we’re in …

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

La Liga 2024-25: Mbappe misses another penalty, Real Madrid loses at Bilbao
1 month ago

La Liga 2024-25: Mbappe misses another penalty, Real Madrid loses at Bilbao

The Hindu  

Kylian Mbappe missed his second penalty in a week as La Liga champion Real Madrid slumped to a 2-1 defeat at Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday, its fourth loss in the last seven games in all competitions. READ | Raphinha scores double as Barcelona eases past Mallorca Still missing talisman Vinicius Jr and other key players like Dani Carvajal, Eder Militao …

La Liga: Las Palmas stun Barcelona on Catalans' 125th anniversary; Atletico Madrid rout Real Valladolid
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1 month, 1 week ago

La Liga: Las Palmas stun Barcelona on Catalans' 125th anniversary; Atletico Madrid rout Real Valladolid

Firstpost  

Las Palmas stunned FC Barcelona in their La Liga match at Camp Nou on Saturday, whereas Atletico Madrid momentarily climbed to second place with a 5-0 win over Real Valladolid. Las Palmas claimed a surprise 2-1 victory at La Liga leaders Barcelona on Saturday, spoiling the hosts’ 125th anniversary celebrations. Atletico Madrid climbed provisionally second, within two points of Hansi …

La Liga 2024-25: Atletico Madrid thrashes Valladolid 5-0 to provisionally move to second
1 month, 1 week ago

La Liga 2024-25: Atletico Madrid thrashes Valladolid 5-0 to provisionally move to second

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid hammered bottom side Real Valladolid 5-0 in a LaLiga encounter at the Jose Zorrilla stadium on Saturday and provisionally moved into second place in the standings. Three important points and let’s keep going like this,” Atletico forward Antoine Griezmann told DAZN. Clement Lenglet opened the scoring for Atletico after 26 minutes with a close-range finish from Marcos Llorente’s …

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Flick praises ‘wonderful’ Barcelona after 3-0 win over Brest
1 month, 2 weeks ago

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Flick praises ‘wonderful’ Barcelona after 3-0 win over Brest

The Hindu  

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick praised his players as they bounced back from consecutive LaLiga disappointments with what he described as a great performance to thump French side Brest 3-0 in their Champions League clash on Tuesday. Flick said on Monday that his side’s recent form was a major worry after they failed to win for a second successive LaLiga game, …

UEFA Champions League 2024/25: Simeone delighted with Atletico’s 6-0 feast at Sparta Prague
1 month, 2 weeks 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
2 months 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 …

La Liga leaders Barca stumble in controversial defeat at Real Sociedad
2 months ago

La Liga leaders Barca stumble in controversial defeat at Real Sociedad

New Indian Express  

SAN SEBASTIAN: La Liga leaders Barcelona fell to a 1-0 defeat at Real Sociedad on Sunday as they had a Robert Lewandowski goal controversially disallowed. Sheraldo Becker's 33rd-minute goal consigned the Catalan giants to their second league defeat of the season, leaving Hansi Flick's side six points clear of second-placed Real Madrid, having played an extra match. Barcelona were without …

La Liga 2024-25: Simeone wants Atletico to build on momentum after PSG win in UCL
2 months ago

La Liga 2024-25: Simeone wants Atletico to build on momentum after PSG win in UCL

The Hindu  

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone expects his side to take confidence from its last-gasp 2-1 Champions League win at Paris St Germain when it travels to face Mallorca in La Liga on Sunday. After a tough October in which Atletico secured one victory in five matches in all competitions, including consecutive Champions League losses, it has won its last three …

Another Real poor performance has Ancelotti 'worried'
Trending News
2 months ago

Another Real poor performance has Ancelotti 'worried'

China Daily  

AC Milan's Malick Thiaw and Samuel Chukwueze celebrate after beating Real Madrid 3-1 in a UEFA Champions League match at the Santiago Bernabeu in Madrid on Tuesday. Madrid followed up its 4-0 loss to Barcelona in the Spanish league "clasico" with a 3-1 defeat to AC Milan in the Champions League, and coach Carlo Ancelotti didn't hide his concerns. Madrid, …

Another Real poor performance has Ancelotti 'worried'
Trending News
2 months ago

Another Real poor performance has Ancelotti 'worried'

China Daily  

AC Milan's Malick Thiaw and Samuel Chukwueze celebrate after beating Real Madrid 3-1 in a UEFA Champions League match at the Santiago Bernabeu in Madrid on Tuesday. Madrid followed up its 4-0 loss to Barcelona in the Spanish league "clasico" with a 3-1 defeat to AC Milan in the Champions League, and coach Carlo Ancelotti didn't hide his concerns. Madrid, …

Carlo Ancelotti's 'future at Real Madrid is uncertain' after dismal 3-1 loss to AC Milan... as reports in Spain claim the 'crisis club' will consider sacking the manager if losing streak continues
Trending News
2 months ago

Carlo Ancelotti's 'future at Real Madrid is uncertain' after dismal 3-1 loss to AC Milan... as reports in Spain claim the 'crisis club' will consider sacking the manager if losing streak continues

Daily Mail  

Pressure is mounting on Carlo Ancelotti in the wake of Real Madrid's dismal 3-1 defeat by AC Milan, according to reports in Spain. The LaLiga giants, who came into this season's revamped Champions League format as the reigning title-holders, suffered their second defeat of the European campaign on Tuesday, losing to Ancelotti's old side Milan at the Bernabeu. Pressure is …

Barcelona Dominates Espanyol, Clinches Three Points in La Liga
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2 months, 1 week ago

Barcelona Dominates Espanyol, Clinches Three Points in La Liga

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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
2 months, 1 week 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.

Real Madrid vs Barcelona: A Battle of Legends, Set to Ignite the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Real Madrid vs Barcelona: A Battle of Legends, Set to Ignite the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium

India TV News  

Real Madrid and Barcelona are set to clash in a highly anticipated La Liga derby on Saturday evening. The match marks the 43rd head-to-head meeting between the two giants, with Barcelona seeking to extend their unbeaten record against Real Madrid. Both teams boast impressive form in recent competitions, with Barcelona's dominance evident in their Champions League exploits. Real Madrid, on …

Barca win with big price in La Liga
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Barca win with big price in La Liga

China Daily  

FC Barcelona's Marc-Andre ter Stegen is stretchered off after sustaining an injury during the La Liga match between Villarreal and FC Barcelona at Estadio de la Ceramica, Villarreal, Spain on Sept 22, 2024. MADRID - FC Barcelona remain top of La Liga with an impressive 5-1 win away to Villarreal to make it six wins from six games, but could …

Barca win with big price in La Liga
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Barca win with big price in La Liga

China Daily  

FC Barcelona's Marc-Andre ter Stegen is stretchered off after sustaining an injury during the La Liga match between Villarreal and FC Barcelona at Estadio de la Ceramica, Villarreal, Spain on Sept 22, 2024. MADRID - FC Barcelona remain top of La Liga with an impressive 5-1 win away to Villarreal to make it six wins from six games, but could …

Lamine Yamal inspires Barcelona while Conor Gallagher opens Atletico account
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Lamine Yamal inspires Barcelona while Conor Gallagher opens Atletico account

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Lamine Yamal’s first-half double helped Barcelona maintain their …

Atletico Madrid struggles to find the net in 0-0 draw with Espanyol in Spanish league
4 months, 1 week 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 …

Atletico manager Diego Simeone looks to passionate fans to spur them vs Girona
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Atletico manager Diego Simeone looks to passionate fans to spur them vs Girona

India Today  

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone is banking on the passion of the club’s fans to propel his team to victory in their first home game of the LaLiga season against Girona. Simeone expressed his confidence in the powerful atmosphere created by the Atletico faithful, hoping it would give his side the edge against last season's surprise package. Simeone's call to …

La Liga 2024/25 Updated Points Table, Statistics After Opening Matchday
4 months, 3 weeks ago

La Liga 2024/25 Updated Points Table, Statistics After Opening Matchday

ABP News  

La Liga 2024/25: The La Liga is now off to a start, as the home of Spanish football has seen the conclusion of it's Opening Matchday which was filled with lots of drama, late goals, shocking upsets. FC Barcelona are off to a positive start, as they lead the La Liga after registering a crucial win against Valencia away. Kylian …

Kylian Mbappé scores on debut for Real Madrid in a 2-0 win over Atalanta in UEFA Super Cup
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Kylian Mbappé scores on debut for Real Madrid in a 2-0 win over Atalanta in UEFA Super Cup

New Indian Express  

WARSAW: A goal and a trophy. The France captain pulled on the famous white jersey of the Spanish champions for the first time in a competitive match and marked the occasion with the second goal in a 2-0 win over Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday. After putting both arms across his chest for his trademark celebration, Mbappé …

Zinedine Zidane brings out Real Madrid's 15th Champions League trophy; Toni Kroos lifted aloft in farewell game
7 months, 1 week ago

Zinedine Zidane brings out Real Madrid's 15th Champions League trophy; Toni Kroos lifted aloft in farewell game

Hindustan Times  

With Carlo Ancelotti's men rewriting history in the UEFA Champions League final, legendary French footballer Zinedine Zidane made a special appearance at the famous Wembley Stadium on Sunday. Club legend Zidane presented Real Madrid their 15th Champions League trophy in London Right-back Carvajal slotted home the opener through Toni Kroos' corner in the 74 minutes of the game. With Real …

Atletico Madrid moves closer to securing Champions League spot after beating Celta Vigo
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Atletico Madrid moves closer to securing Champions League spot after beating Celta Vigo

Associated Press  

MADRID — Atletico Madrid moved closer to securing the fourth and final Champions League spot with a 1-0 win over Celta Vigo in the Spanish league on Sunday. REAL MADRID CELEBRATES Real Madrid, which clinched its 36th league title last weekend, won 4-0 at Granada on Saturday. The celebrations did not take place last weekend because Madrid played Bayern Munich …

La Liga 2023-24: Riquelme earns Atletico Madrid narrow win at Mallorca
8 months 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
8 months 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, …

La Liga 2023-24: Real Madrid put one hand on title with Cadiz win
8 months ago

La Liga 2023-24: Real Madrid put one hand on title with Cadiz win

The Hindu  

Real Madrid earned a comfortable 3-0 win over Cadiz which ensures it will win La Liga if Barcelona fail to beat Girona later Saturday. Brahim Diaz netted in the 51st minute to put Madrid ahead and then set up Jude Bellingham for the second, with Joselu tapping home a third to leave Madrid just one point away from clinching the …

Real Madrid wins its record-extending 36th Spanish league title after Barcelona loses at Girona
8 months ago

Real Madrid wins its record-extending 36th Spanish league title after Barcelona loses at Girona

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Real Madrid put its Spanish rivals out of their misery by clinching the league title on Saturday with four games remaining, just in time to turn its full focus to its Champions League semifinal with Bayern Munich. That combination of results secured Madrid its record-extending 36th Spanish league title with Girona, which leapfrogged Barcelona into second place, …

Real Madrid vs Barcelona LIVE streaming info, La Liga: When, where to watch El Clasico, Predicted XI, Preview
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Real Madrid vs Barcelona LIVE streaming info, La Liga: When, where to watch El Clasico, Predicted XI, Preview

The Hindu  

Barcelona must dust itself down after its Champions League defeat to try and slow Real Madrid’s steady march towards the La Liga title in Sunday’s Clasico. FOLLOW MADRID VS BARCA EL CLASICO LIVE The Spanish champion can make a last stand by reeling Madrid’s lead in to five points at the Santiago Bernabeu, even if overhauling its arch-rival with seven …

Advantage Atletico but Haller gives Dortmund hope
8 months, 4 weeks 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, 4 weeks 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
9 months, 1 week 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, 3 weeks 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 …

La Liga: Squad woes continue for Spanish league leader Real Madrid
10 months, 2 weeks ago

La Liga: Squad woes continue for Spanish league leader Real Madrid

The Hindu  

Coach Carlo Ancelotti has to deal with two more absences to an already depleted squad when Spanish league leader Real Madrid hosts Sevilla this weekend. The Catalan club, the league’s feel-good story, is winless in three straight matches and has lost two in a row — 3-2 at Athletic Bilbao on Monday and 4-0 at Madrid previously. Rayo, in 14th …

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

LaLiga: Real Madrid concede stoppage-time equalizer against Atletico Madrid in derby, miss chance to take 4-point lead
11 months ago

LaLiga: Real Madrid concede stoppage-time equalizer against Atletico Madrid in derby, miss chance to take 4-point lead

Hindustan Times  

Just a minute away from beating its city rival for the second time in less than a month and taking a four-point lead of the Spanish league, Real Madrid couldn't hang on. Madrid's improvised defense faltered at the end, and Atletico Madrid scored a stoppage-time equalizer in a 1-1 draw on Sunday. Real Madrid's German midfielder #08 Toni Kroos and …

Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid LIVE streaming info: La Liga preview, Predicted XI, When, where to watch
11 months, 1 week ago

Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid LIVE streaming info: La Liga preview, Predicted XI, When, where to watch

The Hindu  

Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid will clash in a La Liga match at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium as the two teams will face each other for the fourth time this season. Real Madrid currently sits top of the La Liga standings, with 57 points from 22 matches, while Atletico sits third, 10 points behind its rival. FOLLOW: Real Madrid vs …

Atletico Madrid eliminate Real Madrid from Copa del Rey last 16, Barcelona scrape past third-tier rivals
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Atletico Madrid eliminate Real Madrid from Copa del Rey last 16, Barcelona scrape past third-tier rivals

Firstpost  

Antoine Griezmann and Rodrigo Riquelme’s extra-time strikes earned Atletico Madrid a 4-2 win over rivals Real Madrid and passage to the Copa del Rey quarter-finals on Thursday. Madrid twice pegged back Atletico to take the game to extra-time, with Jan Oblak’s own goal cancelling out Samuel Lino’s opener, and Joselu netting late on after Morata had put the hosts in …

Atletico beat Real Madrid 4-2 in extra time to reach Copa quarterfinals a week after Super Cup loss
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Atletico beat Real Madrid 4-2 in extra time to reach Copa quarterfinals a week after Super Cup loss

Hindustan Times  

Atletico Madrid got the better of Real Madrid this time, beating its crosstown rival 4-2 in extra time Thursday to reach the quarterfinals of the Copa del Rey. Atletico Madrid's Alvaro Morata celebrates scoring their second goal with fans Antoine Griezmann and Rodrigo Riquelme scored after a 2-2 draw in regulation to send Atletico to the last eight less than …

LaLiga round-up: Athletic Bilbao top Sociedad in Basque Country derby to move up to 3rd; Villarreal lose again
11 months, 4 weeks ago

LaLiga round-up: Athletic Bilbao top Sociedad in Basque Country derby to move up to 3rd; Villarreal lose again

Hindustan Times  

Athletic Bilbao forward Álex Berenguer scored twice in a 2-1 win over Real Sociedad which lifted the hosts into third place in the Spanish league on Saturday. Athletic Bilbao players celebrate their win at the end of the Spanish league football match between Athletic Club Bilbao and Real Sociedad With its victory in the Basque Country derby, Athletic edged ahead …

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