Despite a midweek victory, Borussia Dortmund couldn't maintain their momentum and succumbed to their fourth consecutive away defeat in the Bundesliga, this time against Mainz 05. Struggling to perform without their captain Emre Can who was sent off in the 27th minute, the Champions League team's position in the standings is now a concerning seventh place.
Augsburg looks to continue momentum against struggling Schalke in DFB-Pokal clash As the DFB-Pokal heads into its last 16, Augsburg, fresh off a win against Borussia Dortmund, faces off against struggling Schalke 04. While both teams have a good chance of scoring in this matchup, Augsburg has a stronger overall team and is expected to come out on top. Fans can check out our full preview to see all the details before the match.
Real Madrid's Brazilian player Vinícius Júnior has been garnering attention for his impressive performances on the field, leading many to believe he will take home the Ballon d'Or award next week. After scoring a hat-trick in a recent Champions League match against Borussia Dortmund, Vini Jr. has solidified his position as a rising star in the world of football. His skills and abilities are setting the bar high for other young players, such as Kylian Mbappé, proving that the Messi-Ronaldo era may finally be coming to an end.
In a rematch of last season's final, Borussia Dortmund took a commanding 2-0 lead over Real Madrid before half-time. But the champions turned the tables in the second half, led by a strong performance from Vinicius Jr, who scored a hat-trick to secure a 5-2 victory for Real Madrid. The Brazilian's two individual moments of brilliance, along with goals from Antonio Rüdiger and Lucas Vázquez, left both teams tied at six points each in the group stage.
Borussia Dortmund's away form woes continue as they suffer a 2-1 loss to Augsburg, adding to the pressure on coach Nuri Sahin. This is their fourth consecutive away loss, including a disappointing 5-2 defeat to Real Madrid earlier in the week. Meanwhile, newcomer Alexis Claude-Maurice shines for Augsburg with two long-range goals, leading them to a comeback victory. Despite the early lead by Dortmund with Donyell Malen's goal, the game ends with 18-year-old Almugera Kabar receiving a red card in his Bundesliga debut.
The highly anticipated El Clasico, a legendary rivalry between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid, is set to take place this Saturday at the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu. Both teams have been performing well this season, with Barca currently sitting at the top of the table and Madrid coming off a comeback win against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League. This match is sure to be filled with excitement and rivalries as these two football powerhouses face off for the first time in the 2024-25 LaLiga season.
Atlanta Braves' first baseman Freddie Freeman mirrored Kirk Gibson's legendary walk-off home run with a grand slam in the 11th inning, securing a dramatic Game 1 victory in the NLCS against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Yankees seemed on track for a win, but a crucial error in extra innings turned the tide in the Dodgers' favor. It was a devastating loss for the Yankees, while the Dodgers celebrated the thrilling win led by their star first baseman.
The highly anticipated La Liga Clasico clash between rivals Real Madrid and Barcelona is set to be an explosive affair after both teams pulled off impressive wins in the UEFA Champions League. Brazilian youngsters Vinicius Jr. and Raphinha will be the players to watch after their match-winning performances against Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund, respectively. With Real aiming to continue their comeback momentum and Barca looking to extend their lead in the league, this weekend's Clasico is not one to miss for football fans.
The defending champions of the UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid, staged an impressive comeback against their 2017 final opponent, Borussia Dortmund, in their group stage match on Tuesday. Real Madrid scored an impressive 5-2 victory, solidifying their position as a top contender in the league. Fans eagerly watched and followed along with Al Jazeera English for live updates on the exhilarating match.
Real Madrid is gearing up to face Borussia Dortmund once again in the Champions League, after the German side emerged as their opponents in the league stage. Despite a recent loss to Lille in the competition, Real Madrid has been performing well domestically and will be looking to continue their winning streak. Coach Carlo Ancelotti will be making some changes to his squad and tactics to secure a victory against Dortmund.