As the European football leagues prepare for a week-long pause due to the international break, the drama on the pitch continued to unfold. From the Spanish capital to the Italian peninsula, the weekend was filled with exciting matches and crucial results.
In LaLiga, Real Madrid secured a much-needed 2-0 victory over visiting Betis, thanks to Kylian Mbappé’s first and second goals for the club. With this win, Real Madrid moved into second place in the standings, albeit four points behind rivals Barcelona. While their start to the season has been inconsistent, Mbappé’s goals have provided a glimmer of hope for Los Blancos.
Across the border in France, defending champions PSG continued their impressive form with a 3-1 win away at Lille. This victory extended their perfect start to the Ligue 1 season, solidifying their position at the top of the table.
In Italy, Serie A witnessed a goalless draw between Juventus and Roma at Allianz Stadium. The result was encouraging for Roma, who earned a valuable point away from home. For Juventus, it marked their first dropped points of the campaign.
Elsewhere in Serie A, Udinese maintained their strong start with a 1-0 win over newly-promoted Como. Fiorentina salvaged a 2-2 draw against Monza, while Verona secured a 2-0 victory over Genoa.
In the Bundesliga, Bayern Munich continued their winning streak with a 2-0 victory over Freiburg. Goals from Harry Kane and Thomas Müller ensured Bayern’s second consecutive win of the season.
The weekend also saw a thrilling clash between Manchester United and Liverpool in the Premier League. Liverpool emerged victorious with a 3-0 win, thanks to goals from Luis Diaz and assists from Mohamed Salah. This result was a significant setback for Manchester United, who have struggled to find their rhythm this season.
In other Premier League matches, Newcastle United defeated Tottenham Hotspur 2-1, while Chelsea were held to a 1-1 draw by Crystal Palace. Celtic continued their dominance in the Scottish Premiership with a 3-0 win over Rangers.
As the international break approaches, the European football leagues will pause for a brief respite. However, the drama and excitement are far from over, as the return of club football promises to deliver even more thrilling matches and unforgettable moments.
