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Match Reports
Girona 0-3 Real Madrid: Mbappe, Bellingham & Guler secure win, 2 pts behind top
Real Madrid have closed the La Liga title gap to two points this weekend via a 3-0 win at Girona.
Betis 2-2 Barcelona: Barca are held by last-gasp goal, Lewy nets, Flick sent off
Barcelona have been unable to make it back-to-back victories in La Liga. After convincing sweeping aside Mallorca on Tuesday, Hansi Flick’s side were held 2-2 by Real Betis at the Benito Villamarin.
Man Utd 2-3 Nottingham Forest: Utd suffer 2-game losing streak, Bruno nets
RUBEN AMORIM suffered home honeymoon horror as Forest plundered victory to punish more meek Manchester United defending.
Crystal Palace 2-2 Man City: City drop points again despite Haaland & Lewis net
MANCHESTER CITY lost more ground in the Premier League title race as Rico Lewis was sent for an early shower.
LA Galaxy 2-1 New York RB: Galaxy win MLS Cup but miss the FIFA Club World Cup
The LA Galaxy claimed a record-extending sixth MLS Cup by beating the New York Red Bulls 2-1, with early goals from Joseph Paintsil and Dejan Joveljic securing the trophy.
These Things Happen
OFFICIAL: Everton vs Liverpool POSTPONED due to adverse weather conditions
OFFICIAL: Today's Merseyside derby between Everton and Liverpool at Goodison Park has been postponed due to adverse weather conditions.
Real Madrid dealt another injury blow as attacker is ruled out of squad
Real Madrid have had rotten luck with injuries so far this season, and unfortunately for them, the problems do not seen to be stopping. Ahead of Saturday’s showdown fixture against Girona at Montilivi, Carlo Ancelotti will now be without another key performer: Rodrygo Goes.
Hansi Flick set for La Liga ban with key Barcelona game missed
Barcelona boss Hansi Flick has been hit by a two game La Liga touchline ban after his dismissal at Real Betis.
Barca “prioritising” TAA signing as Man City enter race for Real Madrid target
Trent Alexander-Arnold will be a player to watch in 2025. His contract at Liverpool runs out at the end of the season, and the expectation has been that he will not renew – this presents a big opportunity to other clubs.
Odegaard becomes a dad as wife gives birth to baby boy after win over West Ham
MARTIN ODEGAARD has welcomed a baby boy with wife Helene Spilling.
Premier League winner and former Man Utd target told they can leave Barcelona
Barcelona are open to selling Ansu Fati and Eric Garcia - four years after a mega-money offer from Manchester United.
Chelsea sign 15-year-old son of Arsenal cult hero who playing at U-21
CHELSEA have landed one of the country's top 15-year-olds.
Van Nistelrooy wants to 'bring in Man Utd starlet on loan in Jan transfer window
Leicester manager Ruud van Nistelrooy is eager to sign a Manchester United youngster on loan in January.
What They Say
“The real Ballon d’Or winner is Florentino”– Ronaldo on controversial 2024 award
Back in October, Real Madrid were left apoplectic with rage after finding out that Vinicius Junior would not be the winner of 2024 Ballon d’Or. Upon finding this out, they decided to boycott the ceremony in Paris.
Mbappé: When you’re a star, if you don’t speak, people speak for you
Kylian Mbappé’s (25) last exclusive interview dates back to 18th January, however, amid difficulties on the pitch at new club Real Madrid, he is set to break his silence.
Ruben Amorim says a lack of quality was to blame for Nottingham Forest defeat
Ruben Amorim admitted it was Manchester United's lack of quality that cost them against Nottingham Forest and again reiterated there is no quick-fix.
Hansi Flick does not want Barcelona to sell expected departee
Barcelona have been thinking ahead to next summer’s transfer window, and possible arrivals and departures have both been considered by sporting director Deco, who will be in charge of the club’s activity. In regards to the latter, Frenkie de Jong is one that is expected to leave, especially if he does not sign a new contract by the end of the season.
Messi vows Miami will 'come back stronger' after MLS playoff disappointment
Lionel Messi insisted Inter Miami will "come back stronger" next season after landing the MLS MVP award for the 2024 campaign.
"Chelsea CAN win EPL title - here's how Enzo Maresca has proven me WRONG"
They must be jumping up and down with delight in the Chelsea boardroom at the moment as they find their side second in the Premier League table. Disregard all the chat coming out of the club that they don’t see themselves as potential champions. Privately they will be thinking, ‘If Liverpool slip up, then we have a great chance’. It would be wrong of them to think otherwise.
Fixtures of the Day
EPL
Fulham VS Arsenal 2024/12/08 14:00 UTC
Tottenham Hotspur VS Chelsea 2024/12/08 16:30 UTC
Serie A
Napoli VS Lazio 2024/12/08 19:45 UTC
La Liga
Atletico Madrid VS Sevilla 2024/12/08 20:00 UTC
