LaLiga
Valencia – Real Madrid: Valencia Stun Champions At The Mestalla (4-1)
After the first twenty-five minutes, it seemed as if Real Madrid would saunter to another three points. But some dubious defending in their 4-4-2 shape and
Barcelona – Real Betis: Pedri And De Jong’s Headache-Inducing Positional Setup Leaves Betis In A Heap (5-2)
For what had appeared to be a rather limited strategy for ball progression from Ronald Koeman soon turned into an irrepressible one. Once Manuel Pellegrini’s side
Athletic Club – Sevilla: Athletic Comeback Condemns Sevilla To Third Defeat In A Row (2-1)
Sevilla started the game well, combining composure with a neat adjustment to their 4-1-4-1 shape to control the opening stages of the game. But unable to
Barcelona – Real Madrid: Veteran Steel And Defensive Solidity Sees Real Madrid Clinch Clásico (1-3)
An exciting first half featuring goals and attacking flair gave way to a slower second period which suited Real Madrid perfectly. After Ansu Fati cancelled out
Getafe – Barcelona: Koeman’s Inconsistent Game Plan Proves Too Disruptive Against Bordalás’ Defensive Block (1-0)
Ronald Koeman’s impatience pegged Barça back more than anything, as the successful tweaks applied in-game were tweaked once again but this time prematurely. Contrastingly, José Bordalás’
Barcelona – Sevilla: Sevilla Out-Barça Barça As The Home Side’s Sparkling Start Fizzles Out (1-1)
Julen Lopetegui’s Sevilla put on a mighty fine display at Camp Nou to avoid defeat, and also lay down a marker for their ambitions of the
Celta De Vigo – Barcelona: Barca End Celta Hoodoo To Bag Another Win (0-3)
After a convincing start to their new domestic campaign, Barcelona found Celta Vigo’s 5-3-2 block a tough outfit to crack. But despite several setbacks, the visitors
Barcelona – Villarreal: Fati Sparkles To Give Koeman A Perfect Start (4-0)
With Ronald Koeman at the managerial helm, this was the beginning of a new Barcelona chapter. A dazzling Fati performance highlighted the cohesive left flank of
Real Betis – Real Madrid: Ramos From The Spot Once Again Seals The Deal For Madrid In A Breathless Affair (2-3)
Catch your breath if you can in this one: red cards, penalties, goals, own goals, tactical adjustments and everything a fan can hope for came into
Real Sociedad – Real Madrid: Sociedad And Madrid Play Out A Frustrating Stalemate (0-0)
Real Madrid’s clash with Real Sociedad was billed as the star fixture of the second matchday of LaLiga football. The guests controlled proceedings through their pressing