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Liverpool came from behind to defeat Leicester 3-1 at Anfield with goals from Gakpo, Jones, and Salah. The victory keeps them atop the Premier League with 42 points, extending their lead over second-place Chelsea. Liverpool continues its dominant form in the Premier League. This time, they overturned a 0-1 deficit to secure a 3-1 victory against Leicester City, widening their gap to seven points over the second-place team, with a game in hand. Leicester Shocks Liverpool Early The match at Anfield began with a surprise, as the visiting side struck first. Just six minutes into the game, amidst a foggy pitch, Stephy Mavididi delivered a low cross from the left. Jordan Ayew, with his back to goal, controlled the ball, turned, and fired a brilliant strike into the net. Liverpool’s Response Arrives Liverpool pushed forward, searching for an equalizer, but an effort off the left post and another off the crossbar kept them at bay. However, their persistence paid off in stoppage time of the first half. At 45+1’, Cody Gakpo received a pass from Mac Allister, cut inside to position himself at the edge of the box, and unleashed a precise, curling shot that found the back of the net—a stunning goal to level the score. In the second half, Liverpool wasted no time taking control. At the 49th minute, the “Reds” orchestrated a beautiful team play, stringing together a series of quick passes in the box. The sequence ended with another assist from Mac Allister, who laid the ball back for Curtis Jones to calmly finish, putting Liverpool ahead 2-1. Salah Seals the Victory As the match neared its conclusion, Mohamed Salah, Liverpool’s standout performer of the season, added the final touch. At the 82nd minute, Gakpo lofted a pass to the Egyptian, who controlled it near the edge of the box. Salah cut inside onto his left foot and placed a perfectly executed shot into the far corner, securing the win for Liverpool. With this triumph, Liverpool solidified its position at the top of the Premier League with 42 points. Chelsea, following their loss to Fulham, sits in second with 35 points. At this stage, Liverpool remains the undisputed leader of English football.

We are barely halfway through the European leagues and rumors of possible signings for the upcoming season, the 2025-26, have already begun to emerge. Such is the case of Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah, who, according to Fabrizio Romano, would be the first reinforcement of Barcelona. The Germany international defender’s contract with his current club expires this season, so talks are already at an advanced stage for the player to arrive as a free agent in July 2025 to the team led by his compatriot Hansi Flick. Cover image: X (@bayer04fussball)

Liverpool will face Leicester City in a match to maintain their relatively comfortable lead in the Premier League standings, with the goal of closing the year as league leaders. One of the most traditional days in English football is here: Boxing Day in the Premier League. It’s a day full of matches that serves as the perfect excuse to continue the holiday festivities and reminds us that this season is about sharing joy with everyone. With matches scheduled every December 26 since 1860, the tradition of sharing football gives us a game that, on paper, looks highly enticing: Liverpool vs. Leicester City. The current Premier League leaders are focused on retaining their spot at the top of the table to end the year in first place. This time, the “Reds” will host the “Foxes” in a match that, at first glance, favors the home team. Liverpool is currently one of the best teams in Europe and undoubtedly the best in England at the moment. With one of the league’s strongest offenses, goals are almost guaranteed at Anfield. However, it’s worth noting that Arne Slot’s squad also boasts one of the two best defenses this season, which will surely pose a tough challenge for the visitors. On Leicester’s side, the newly promoted team hasn’t enjoyed a triumphant return to England’s top tier. In stark contrast to their opponents, they have one of the league’s weakest defenses and offenses and sit just above the relegation zone.   The match is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Central Mexico time.

Real Madrid triumphed 4-2 over Sevilla, finally surpassing Barcelona in the standings. The Merengues are now in third place, behind Atlético Madrid and above Barça. Real Madrid achieved their goal of overtaking Barcelona this season with a 4-2 victory over Sevilla. However, this victory was bittersweet as, despite surpassing Barça, they found themselves in second place, with Atlético Madrid now the leaders of the competition. Madrid Starts Strong The match took place at the Santiago Bernabéu, where the home team came out firing. In the 10th minute, Kylian Mbappé received a ball from Rodrygo just outside the penalty area. He calmly moved the ball to his right before unleashing a powerful shot that found the top right corner of the net for a stunning goal. At the 20th minute, Federico Valverde responded with an even more impressive strike. From outside the box, he sent a shot that curled into the far post, passing through defenders and goalkeeper to make it 2-0. Madrid’s Party Continues The Galácticos’ celebration continued in the 34th minute when Lucas Vázquez made a run down the right, crossing into the area for Rodrygo. In a moving penalty kick, Rodrygo connected with the ball and placed it in the far right corner of the net, leaving the goalkeeper no chance and making it 3-0. Sevilla Responds with a Header Sevilla quickly responded just a minute later. In the 35th minute, a cross from Juanlu Sánchez found Isaac Romero in the box, and he rose to head the ball into the net, reducing the deficit to 3-1. Brahim Adds Another for Madrid In the second half, both teams had a few chances, but once again, it was Real Madrid who struck. In the 53rd minute, the team crafted a beautiful play, breaking through Sevilla’s defense. The ball fell to Brahim Díaz, who finished with a powerful shot to make it 4-1 for the home side. Lukébakio Scores for Sevilla In the 85th minute, Dodi Lukébakio scored the final goal of the match. A long pass broke through the defense, and Lukébakio entered the box unchallenged, striking with power. Despite Courtois getting a hand to the ball, the shot’s force was too much, leaving the score at 4-2. With this victory, Real Madrid reached 40 points, one behind Atlético Madrid, and two ahead of Barcelona.

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)