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Liverpool and Tottenham delivered a football spectacle with a total of 9 goals, highlighted by braces from Luis Díaz and Mohamed Salah, securing a 6-3 victory for the visitors. Christmas came early in the Premier League as Liverpool and Tottenham treated fans to a thrilling match filled with goals. The game ended in a flurry—or given the season, a snowstorm—of goals, with the “Reds” triumphing 6-3. This victory solidifies Liverpool’s status as one of the best, if not the best, teams in England and Europe. Liverpool Takes the Lead At the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the visitors wasted no time asserting dominance. Early chances hinted at what was to come, and in the 23rd minute, Liverpool capitalized. Trent Alexander-Arnold delivered a pinpoint cross to Luis Díaz, who expertly headed the ball home for the 0-1 lead. Liverpool’s relentless attack paid off again in the 36th minute. A rebound in the box allowed Alexis Mac Allister to anticipate Fraser Forster’s movement and nod the ball into the net, making it 0-2. Tottenham Closes the Gap It took Tottenham 40 minutes to respond, but James Maddison finally broke through with a brilliant strike. After winning a loose ball near the edge of the area, Maddison unleashed a shot to the near post that left Alisson frozen, cutting the deficit to 1-2. Liverpool’s Onslaught Continues Despite Tottenham’s response, Liverpool didn’t let up. Just before halftime, Mohamed Salah set up Dominik Szoboszlai, who coolly slotted the ball past the keeper to make it 1-3 at the break.In the second half, Liverpool kept the pressure high. In the 54th minute, Cody Gakpo led a counterattack that ended with Salah tapping in after a chaotic sequence in the box, extending the lead to 1-4. Salah struck again in the 60th minute, finishing a slick team move with an easy tap-in from Szoboszlai’s assist, making it 1-5. Spurs Fight Back Despite the lopsided scoreline, Tottenham continued to push forward. In the 72nd minute, Dejan Kulusevski volleyed home a lofted pass from Dominic Solanke, narrowing the gap to 2-5. Ten minutes later, Brennan Johnson set up Solanke, who finished with a half-volley, bringing the score to 3-5. You may be interested in: Unstoppable Cannon: Arsenal Thrashes Crystal Palace The Final Nail Luis Díaz capped off the goal fest in the 89th minute. After a quick one-two with Salah, the Colombian fired a low shot into the far corner, sealing the 6-3 victory for Liverpool. With this result, Liverpool solidifies their position as Premier League leaders with 39 points, four ahead of second-place Chelsea, and with a game in hand.

  Arsenal dominated Crystal Palace with a resounding 5-1 victory, featuring a brace from Gabriel Jesus and goals from Kai Havertz, Gabriel Martinelli, and Declan Rice. The Gunners solidified their position in third place in the Premier League, closing in on Chelsea and Liverpool. The emphatic win at Selhurst Park ensured Arsenal’s hold on third place for this matchday. While they remain close to Chelsea (second place) and Liverpool (first place), the latter has a game in hand, which could widen the gap. Strong Start for the Visitors Arsenal wasted no time taking control, with the opening goal coming just six minutes into the game. Bukayo Saka delivered a cross that sailed through the box to the far post, where Gabriel Jesus, unmarked, slotted it home from close range to make it 1-0 in South London. Crystal Palace Responds Quickly The hosts didn’t wait long to respond. By the 11th minute, Crystal Palace capitalized on a high press. A quick counterattack saw them move the ball from their half to Arsenal’s with just three passes. Ismaïla Sarr received the ball in the final third, drove into the box, and fired a low, angled shot past David Raya to level the score at 1-1. Arsenal’s Scoring Spree Begins The home fans’ celebrations were short-lived. Just four minutes after the equalizer, Arsenal struck again. A corner kick to the far post resulted in a loose ball. Thomas Partey laid it back, and Gabriel Jesus blasted a powerful shot into the top corner at the near post, completing his brace and restoring Arsenal’s lead. In the 38th minute, Arsenal extended their advantage to 3-1. Gabriel Martinelli whipped in a cross that Jesus headed onto the right post. The rebound fell perfectly for Kai Havertz, who tapped it into the net unchallenged. Second-Half Dominance Crystal Palace tried to mount a comeback in the second half, but Arsenal’s goalkeeper, David Raya, made two crucial saves to preserve their lead. In the 60th minute, Arsenal struck again. After a save on Gabriel Jesus by the Palace goalkeeper, the ball fell to Declan Rice. The midfielder’s shot was deflected by Gabriel Martinelli, completely changing the ball’s trajectory and making it 4-1. Rice Seals the Win with a Stunner The final blow came in the 85th minute. Declan Rice received a pass from Riccardo Calafiori on the left edge of the box. With a sharp turn, Rice controlled the ball, lined up his shot, and unleashed a perfectly placed strike into the far corner. The goal capped Arsenal’s performance and secured the 5-1 triumph. Arsenal ends the day in third place in the Premier League, with their eyes firmly set on the top two spots.

Atlético Madrid claimed a 2-1 victory over Barcelona at Montjuic, with goals from Rodrigo de Paul and Alexander Sørloth. The win puts Atlético atop the LaLiga standings with 41 points, leaving Barça at 38 and at risk of dropping to third place. LaLiga’s New Leader Atlético Madrid took the top spot in LaLiga after their win at the Olympic Stadium in Montjuic against Barcelona. With the 2-1 result, Los Colchoneros overtook the Catalans on the table, establishing a three-point gap between the two sides. Barcelona Dominated Early On The match started strongly for the hosts, with Barcelona creating dangerous opportunities throughout the first half. The breakthrough came in the 30th minute when Pedri delivered a moment of brilliance. The midfielder began a run from the midfield line, weaving past Atlético’s players. Gavi, attempting a turn, unintentionally passed the ball back to Pedri, who continued his run into the box. Upon receiving the ball, Pedri struck a slightly deflected shot that avoided Jan Oblak and found the back of the net. Atlético’s Response in the Second Half Though Barcelona maintained some attacking momentum in the second half, Atlético found the equalizer in the 60th minute. A swift counterattack led to a cross from Julián Álvarez. Marc Casadó attempted to clear but directed the ball centrally, where Rodrigo de Paul capitalized with a powerful, precise shot from outside the box. The ball nestled perfectly in the bottom left corner, leaving Ter Stegen no chance. Sørloth’s Last-Minute Heroics Despite continued efforts from Barcelona, Jan Oblak stood firm, denying the hosts on multiple occasions. At 90+6’, Atlético made their final push. Nahuel Molina sent in a low cross that slipped between two Barça defenders, landing at the feet of Alexander Sørloth. The Norwegian forward struck with authority, sending the ball into the net and securing a dramatic 2-1 victory. With this result, Atlético Madrid now leads LaLiga with 41 points, leaving Barcelona in second place with 38. Barcelona’s position is under threat, as Real Madrid could surpass them with a win against Sevilla.

Bayern Munich secured a decisive 5-1 victory over Leipzig, bouncing back after suffering their first Bundesliga defeat of the season in the previous round. The home team showcased their dominance with three goals in the first 36 minutes, thanks to Jamal Musiala, Konrad Laimer, and Joshua Kimmich. In the second half, Leroy Sané and Alphonso Davies sealed the victory with late goals, reaffirming Bayern’s status as the league’s top contender. Despite Bayer Leverkusen’s push to repeat last season’s title triumph, Bayern remains the team to beat. You may also like: Bayern’s unbeaten streak ends after 14 rounds Cover image: X(@FCBayern)

The last date of the Bundesliga is about to begin and the leader of the competition, Bayern Munich, is looking to finish the first half of the tournament with some points of difference with respect to their closest pursuers, for that, today they will face Leipzig, who are in fourth place in the competition. Although mathematically the Bavarians are already winter champions, they are 4 points behind second place, Bayer Leverkusen, so winning today will ensure that they maintain that advantage, and in case Leverkusen can drop points, extend it. The game will be at 1:30 p.m., Central Mexico time. You may be interested in: With an Olympic Goal, Tottenham Defeats United Cover image: X (@FCBayern)

MLS released its upcoming schedule for the 2025 season, with this, the Mexican Hirvin “Chucky” Lozano already knows everything about his debut in his new team, San Diego FC, the new franchise that will join the major league of U.S. soccer. Lozano and Sandiego FC will make their debut nothing more and nothing less than against the current champion of the tournament, the LA Galaxy, so it will be a very good challenge for the newborn team, the confrontation is scheduled for February 23, 2025, when the team of “Chucky” visit the most winning team in MLS. Cover image: X (@HirvinLozano70)

A wild match unfolded between Tottenham and Manchester United, featuring two errors that led to goals for the visitors and an incredible Olympic goal from Son Heung-Min that sealed the victory for the hosts. Tottenham triumphed 4-3 in a thrilling Carabao Cup quarterfinal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, thanks to Son’s breathtaking corner kick. Tottenham Takes the Early Lead The action started strong for the home side. In the first 15 minutes, Tottenham capitalized on a set piece. After a well-rehearsed free kick, Pedro Porro’s initial shot was poorly parried by United’s goalkeeper, leaving Dominic Solanke to pounce on the rebound. His powerful near-post strike ricocheted off the frame and into the net. Tottenham dominated the rest of the first half, creating dangerous chances while United looked uncertain. However, the score remained 1-0 until halftime.   Second Half Brings More Goals Just one minute into the second half, Tottenham struck again. After a fluid passing sequence, James Maddison sent a low cross from the left. United’s defense managed to deflect it, but the clearance fell straight to Dejan Kulusevski, who calmly slotted the ball home for a 2-0 lead. In the 53rd minute, Solanke scored his second. A long pass over the top found him in stride. The forward outpaced his marker, cut inside with finesse, and unleashed a precise shot to the near post, making it 3-0. United Capitalizes on Goalkeeping Errors Manchester United found a lifeline thanks to mistakes from Tottenham’s goalkeeper, Fraser Forster. In the 63rd minute, Forster received a back pass near his goal line. Attempting to switch play with a ground pass, he misjudged the strength, allowing United’s attackers to intercept. After a scramble, Joshua Zirkzee tapped the ball into the net for United’s first goal. At the 70th minute, Forster faltered again. Another back pass pressured him as Amad Diallo closed in. Forster’s attempted clearance ricocheted off Diallo’s sliding challenge, sending the ball into the net for a 3-2 scoreline. Son’s Olympic Goal Saves Spurs With morale shaken by their goalkeeper’s errors, Spurs needed inspiration. At the 88th minute, Son Heung-Min delivered a moment of magic. From a left-sided corner kick, Son curved the ball beautifully. It soared over everyone, dipping perfectly into the far corner of the goal, nestling in the back of the net—a stunning Olympic goal that restored Tottenham’s two-goal lead. You may be interested in: Arsenal, Newcastle and Liverpool advance to Carabao Cup semis United’s Last Gasp Not Enough In stoppage time, United added one more. At 90+4’, Jonny Evans flicked a near-post header from a corner kick, guiding the ball just inside the net to make it 4-3. Despite the late drama, Tottenham held on to secure their place in the semifinals of the Carabao Cup after a match filled with excitement, errors, and brilliance.

According to Liga MX President Mikel Arriola, Mexican soccer experienced a 30% economic growth this year, highlighting impressive attendance and viewership numbers for matches. Liga MX is celebrating significant achievements. Based on the general balance sheet for the current year, the value of Mexican soccer’s top league rose from $2.115 billion in 2020 to $2.745 billion at the conclusion of the Apertura 2024. According to the report presented by Mikel Arriola, Liga MX president and acting commissioner of the Mexican Football Federation, the country’s premier soccer league achieved a 30% growth during what can be considered the “post-pandemic” period. Attendance and Viewership in Liga MX Arriola also shared data on audience levels, both in stadiums and through television and digital platforms. He noted that during the Clausura and Apertura 2024 tournaments, a total of 7.79 million fans attended Liga MX matches. This achievement came despite some attendance challenges faced during the Apertura 2024, resulting in an average of 22,893 fans per game. For television, 42.9 million viewers were reported across Mexico and the United States, with 6.38 million of those viewers coming from the U.S. This solidified Liga MX as one of the most-watched soccer leagues globally. In the digital space, Arriola highlighted 47.8 million views on YouTube and a following of 16.8 million across Liga MX’s social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and TikTok. Liga MX, the Best in Concacaf Finally, Mikel Arriola emphasized that Liga MX remains the top league in Concacaf, outperforming MLS, with which it is often compared as a major league in North America.

The FIFA Council announced the official dates for the next Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027. The tournament will be held from June 24 to July 25, 2027. The tournament will feature 32 teams, six of them from the AFC, four from the CAF, four from CONCACAF, three from CONMEBOL, remembering that Brazil has already qualified as the host, one from the OFC and 11 teams from UEFA, giving a total of 29 places, the remaining three will be played in a playoff among the six confederations of the five continents. You may be interested in: Teams Set for the Next Round of the Women’s Champions League Cover image: inside.fifa.com

Arsenal, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Chelsea, Lyon, Manchester City, Real Madrid, and Wolfsburg have secured their spots in the quarterfinals of the UEFA Women’s Champions League. The group stage of the UEFA Women’s Champions League has concluded, and the eight teams advancing to the quarterfinal draw are Arsenal, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Chelsea, Lyon, Manchester City, Real Madrid, and Wolfsburg. Lyon Dominates Group A The most successful team in Champions League history, Olympique Lyonnais, reaffirmed their dominance in women’s football by finishing atop their group with a perfect record—winning all six of their matches to earn 18 points. Behind them, Wolfsburg took second place with half as many victories, earning 9 points. Roma and Galatasaray were eliminated from this group. Chelsea Make Their Case as Title Contenders In Group B, the other team to finish unbeaten and with a perfect record was Chelsea. The English side claimed first place, six points ahead of second-place Real Madrid. Twente ended in third with 6 points, while Celtic failed to earn any points and were eliminated alongside Twente. Arsenal Edge Bayern in Group C The Gunners topped their group, suffering only one loss in their six matches, finishing with 15 points. Bayern Munich came in second with 13 points, having recorded one draw and one loss. Juventus and Vålerenga were eliminated from Group C. Barcelona Reclaim Group D Leadership Finally, the reigning champions continued their quest for a third consecutive title. After defeating Manchester City 3-0 in their final group match—a team that had beaten them earlier in the tournament—Barcelona tied with City at 15 points. However, the Catalan club’s astonishing goal difference of +23 compared to City’s +5 secured their position as group leaders. Hammarby and St. Pölten were eliminated from Group D. You may be interested in: The Best of the Best! FIFA Presents The Best Awards Awaiting Quarterfinal Opponents The quarterfinal draw will soon determine the matchups. For now, teams from the same country cannot face each other in this round, meaning Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City (England), Barcelona and Real Madrid (Spain), and Bayern Munich and Wolfsburg (Germany) cannot meet yet. The quarterfinals are scheduled for March 18–19 (first leg) and March 26–27 (second leg).