Nate Diaz, a well-known name in the world of MMA, has responded to UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev's claims that he threw a water bottle at him backstage during the UFC 311 press conference. The rivalry between the two has been ongoing for over a decade, with the scuffle between Nate Diaz and Khabib Nurmagomedov at a World Series of Fighting event being the starting point of their tension. However, Makhachev revealed a recent cordial meeting with Diaz, making the fight between them even more confusing.
In a stellar performance, Liverpool defeated West Ham 5-0 in a match that saw them take a commanding lead at the top of the Premier League table. Goals from Luis Diaz, Cody Gakpo, Mohamed Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Diogo Jota secured their victory, pushing their main title rivals Arsenal and Chelsea behind by nine and ten points respectively. Express Sport provides player ratings for the match, highlighting Alisson's clean sheet and Alexander-Arnold's goal and assist.
Led by a brace from both Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah, Liverpool showed their dominance and moved four points clear at the top of the Premier League with a stunning 6-3 victory over Tottenham. Despite a valiant effort from Tottenham, who saw goals from James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski, and Dominic Solanke, Liverpool's first-half goals from Diaz, Alexis Mac Allister, and Dominik Szoboszlai were enough to secure the win. With this result, the Reds have solidified their position as the team to beat in the league.
Liverpool maintains their excellent form this season with a chaotic 6-3 win over Tottenham Hotspur, extending their lead at the top of the Premier League table by four points. The Reds were on the offensive throughout the match, with Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah scoring braces to secure the victory. However, Liverpool's normally solid defense showed some cracks, conceding three goals and facing a tough finish. Despite this, Liverpool's dominant position in the league and their strong attack continue to give them a strong advantage in the title race.
Kylian Mbappe proved his worth as he scored a goal and assisted another to help Real Madrid secure a convincing 4-2 victory over Sevilla. This win pushes Madrid to second spot in La Liga, just one point behind leaders Atletico Madrid. Mbappe, who has faced criticism for his recent form, stated that he feels much more comfortable with his teammates now, and it shows on the field. His performance, along with goals from Fede Valverde, Rodrygo Goes, and Brahim Diaz, was enough to outplay Sevilla on veteran Jesus Navas' final game for the club.
Liverpool continues to dominate in the new-look Champions League, with a commanding 4-0 win against Leverkusen at Anfield. Reds icon Xabi Alonso returns as Leverkusen's coach, making for an emotionally charged atmosphere. Leverkusen's head coach Arne Slot faces one of his most challenging assignments since taking over the team in the summer. Follow the Liverpool ECHO's coverage, including goal updates and reaction, to stay updated on all things LFC.
Real Madrid bounces back from recent defeats with a dominant victory over Osasuna, thanks to a hat-trick from Vinicius Jr. The Brazilian forward provided a brilliant performance, scoring three goals and becoming the second-highest scorer in LaLiga this season. Despite early injuries to key players, Real kept their composure and extended their lead with support from substitutes Brahim Diaz and Raul Asencio. This victory puts Real Madrid in second place in the LaLiga standings, six points behind leaders Barcelona.
Liverpool's Anfield was buzzing as they secured a comfortable 4-0 win over Bayer Leverkusen thanks to a stunning hat-trick from Luis Diaz. Former Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso received a warm reception from fans as he returned to his former home ground with his current team, but it was a bittersweet experience as Leverkusen failed to stand up to the Reds' dominance. The victory puts Liverpool on top of the Champions League table and maintains their unbeaten record in Europe this season. Bayer Leverkusen, on the other hand, continue to struggle after their impressive performance last season.
As Real Madrid gear up to face Barcelona in the first El Clasico of the 2024/25 season, manager Carlo Ancelotti is facing injury concerns for key players such as Thibaut Courtois and Rodrygo. However, Brahim Diaz is fit and available, and Ancelotti has praised Jude Bellingham's contribution to the team. Ancelotti is expected to line Real Madrid up in a 4-4-2 formation with a midfield diamond, with Bellingham playing in an advanced role and Andriy Lunin replacing the injured Courtois in goal. With the likes of Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior leading the attack, Real Madrid will aim to go level on points with Barcelona at the top of La Liga.
With the Brasileiro Serie A season coming to a close, Corinthians finds themselves in a tough position as they sit in 18th place in the table. However, they have the chance to make a leap out of the relegation zone with a victory over fellow strugglers Athletico Paranaense at home. Under the leadership of Ramon Diaz, Corinthians has maintained a 10-game unbeaten run at home and will look to continue that streak against a Paranaense side only two points ahead of them. With both teams looking to avoid being relegated, this match is a must-win for both sides.