Atletico Madrid came back from a goal down to defeat Barcelona 2-1 and claim top spot in La Liga on Saturday. Barcelona, who have been struggling in recent weeks, once again stumbled and suffered their third consecutive home league defeat. Atletico, on the other hand, claimed their 12th consecutive victory across all competitions under the leadership of Diego Simeone. With Real Madrid set to face Sevilla on Sunday, the title race in Spain is heating up.
In preparation for their upcoming match against Leganés, Real Madrid conducted a training session led by coach Carlo Ancelotti. The session saw the return of midfielder Fede Valverde, who missed yesterday’s session for load management. However, several key players including Lucas Vázquez, Rodrygo, and Tchouaméni continue to recover from injuries. Stay updated with the latest information and reliable lineups for your fantasy league by following Redactor de Comuniate, the leading fantasy website in Spain.
FIFA makes major announcements, awarding host nations for the next two men's World Cups - Saudi Arabia for 2034 and a joint bid from Morocco, Portugal and Spain for the 2030 edition. Additionally, the 2027 Women's World Cup will be held in Brazil and the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup will take place in Qatar. These decisions were made at the virtual Extraordinary FIFA Congress meeting on Wednesday. A reminder is also given that the USA, Canada and Mexico will co-host the 2026 World Cup.
Portugal, along with five other countries, has been chosen as co-hosts for the 2030 World Cup, making it the first tournament to be played in six different nations. This unique format will mark FIFA's tribute to the centenary of the first World Cup hosted by Uruguay in 1930. Ronaldo expressed his excitement and called it a "dream come true" in an Instagram post, but it is unlikely that he will still be playing in 2030. The decision was met with muted reactions in Spain and Portugal, but South American governing body CONMEBOL hailed it as a historic day for the continent that organized the first World Cup.
The UEFA Champions League continues on Wednesday, Dec. 11 with a match between Slovan Bratislava and Atlético Madrid at Riyadh Air Metropolitano in Madrid, Spain. Fans can watch the game live on TUDN and UniMás, or through streaming services like FuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Paramount+, and Sling. While Atlético Madrid is fighting to secure their spot in the knockout round, Slovan Bratislava risks elimination with their 0-0-5 record. Don't miss this exciting match between two strong teams.
FIFA has announced that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup, while the 2030 tournament will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco with the opening three matches in South America. The decision has sparked controversy due to "sportswashing" claims against Saudi Arabia and the combined vote for both tournaments with no separate vote available. The bid was uncontested and received support from the English, Scottish, and Welsh Football Associations. Football fans and critics alike are divided on the decision, with some questioning the fairness and integrity of FIFA's bidding process.
The reigning European champions from Spain showed their dominance on the field as they overcame the Europe League winners in a thrilling match held in Italy. Sports fans were on the edge of their seats as the two top teams battled it out for the title, ultimately securing a victory for the Spanish team. Follow Al Jazeera English for all the latest updates on this exciting match and more sports news from around the world.
Jude Bellingham's impressive form will be key for Real Madrid as they face Girona at Estadio Montilivi. The Catalans were once serious contenders for the LaLiga title, but recent drop in form has seen them fall to third place. Bellingham's stellar performances will be crucial for Real Madrid to close the gap on league leaders Barcelona, who will also be in action on the same day. The highly anticipated match between Girona and Real Madrid will take place on Sunday, with the latter keen on maintaining their dominance in Spain and Europe.
In the second round of the Copa del Rey, CP Cacereno will take on Atletico Madrid in a highly anticipated match. Cacereno is coming off a gritty performance in their last match where they secured a victory in extra time, while Atletico has been in dominant form with five consecutive wins. Despite being the underdogs, Cacereno will look to replicate their fighting spirit and deliver a stunning upset against one of the top teams in Spain. However, with Atletico's impressive goal-scoring and tactical prowess, it won't be an easy task for Cacereno.
Lamine Yamal, the 17-year-old football wunderkind, has been in impeccable form for both FC Barcelona and the Spanish national team. The teenager recently added two prestigious awards to his collection - the Kopa Trophy and the Golden Boy Award for 2024 - in recognition of his stellar performances. His absence due to injury resulted in Barcelona struggling in La Liga, but upon his return, he was influential in leading his team to an emphatic victory against RCD Mallorca. While he has been criticized for not scoring frequently, it must be remembered that he is still young and has a lot of room to grow. With more exposure and experience, the La Masia wonderkid is bound to achieve great things in the world of football.