TIMENEWS

Neither side was able to create consistent offensive chances in a match that was defined by defensive adjustments Both managers sought to stymie the other, with Pablo Machín using the full...

Real Madrid began the game in control, asserting their dominance by taking an early lead But Leganés' desperation grew, leading towards a hectic second half where a change in shape saw a tense...

It was all lining up to be a vintage Atlético Madrid performance Simeone’s side had scored in the first half and confidently took place in their characteristic defensive block The collective...

Despite the minimal chances separating the two sides, Sevilla controlled the match from start to finish Their inventiveness, fluidity and intensity in both their possession play and their pressing...

A contest that evened itself out in the end was very much a game of two halves Getafe showed their intent to strengthen their Europa League push, but were trumped in the second period as their...

In the penultimate set of LaLiga games, Real Madrid were presented an opportunity to seal the league title The home side produced a dominant performance in all phases Villarreal, suffocated in their...

Real Sociedad’s decision to play a back three and combat Sevilla on the wings proved to be naïve, especially in the first 45 minutes – a period in which the visitors dominated possession and...

Dominating the early stages of the game, Barcelona raced into an early lead with a once again successful 4-4-2 diamond shape But while they controlled the first half, the visitors also struggled to...

A fortuitous early goal for Athletic Club provided a false sense of security, which led to the home side retreating deeper into their defensive shape After a savvy change of shape and deft use of...

Two penalties proved to be the only solution for Villarreal, as the execution of Calleja’s match plan, which had to open up Getafe’s structures, was smothered by a solid defense By taking a lead...