LaLigaFC Barcelona23 August 2026
Flick leaves out Balde for Barça's league opener against Elche
Hansi Flick confirms Alejandro Balde will stay home for the season opener at Martínez Valero because he is not at his physical best.
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LaLigaAtlético Madrid23 August 2026
Player ratings: Atlético Madrid held to a draw by Villarreal
Atlético Madrid drew with Villarreal in a game shaped by two penalties, a red card and Julián Álvarez's return to the spotlight. Here is how every player performed.
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LaLigaAtlético Madrid23 August 2026
Julian Alvarez booed by Atletico Madrid fans amid Arsenal transfer talk
Julian Alvarez was jeered by his own supporters as he returned to action for Atletico Madrid, with speculation mounting over a summer move to Arsenal or Barcelona.
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LaLigaReal Madrid23 August 2026
Bellingham rediscovers his best form as Mourinho's number 10
Jude Bellingham looked like his old self against Espanyol, scoring and hitting the crossbar. Mourinho's decision to push him forward as a number 10 is already paying off.
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