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Lille up to second in Ligue 1 after impressive away victory at Rennes
Despite a fiercely-contested opening 25 minutes, neither side was able to land a shot on target as quality was sorely lacking in the final third. That all changed midway through the half, as Soriba Diaoune lit up Roazhon Park with a moment of genuine quality.
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Monaco fight back to earn deserved draw against 10-man Lille
With both sides on identical records (W4, D2, L1), it was no surprise that little separated the teams in the early exchanges. An end-to-end affair lacking in quality in the final third suddenly burst into life midway through the half with a moment of clinical brilliance from the visitors.
Monaco come from behind to earn deserved point against 10-man Lille
With both sides on identical records (W4, D2, L1), it was no surprise that little separated the teams in the early exchanges. An end-to-end affair lacking in quality in the final third suddenly burst into life midway through the half with a moment of clinical brilliance from the visitors.
Inter pull off incredible stoppage-time comeback to return to the Serie A summit
Despite possessing the most potent attack in Serie A with 21 goals this season prior to kick-off, Inter struggled early on against the division’s second-worst defence as the visitors held their own. Nicolo Barella had the only real sight of goal in the early stages, but his curling shot was easily dealt with by David de Gea.
Inter pull off stoppage-time turnaround to return to the Serie A summit
Despite possessing the most potent attack in Serie A with 21 goals this season prior to kick-off, Inter struggled early on against the division’s second-worst defence as the visitors held their own. Nicolo Barella had the only real sight of goal in the early stages, but his curling shot was easily dealt with by David de Gea.
Pettersson earns Mjallby a point in Georgia to preserve unbeaten League Phase start
With a sparse crowd inside the Mikheil Meskhi Stadium adding to the malaise, there was a lack of intensity from both sides in the early exchanges. Quality was also lacking in the final third, and the biggest chance of the half came through set pieces. Tony Miettinen had the best opportunity for the visitors as he looked set to tap in from a corner, only to be denied by a fantastic piece of last-ditch defending from Giorgi Kobuladze.
El Galatasaray se estrena en la Champions tras golear al Lille (2-4)
Después de perder sus tres últimos partidos como local en competiciones de la UEFA, el Lille tuvo un comienzo de pesadilla: el conjunto visitante se adelantó cuando apenas habían transcurrido dos minutos. Alexsandro no acertó a despejar un centro y Junus Akgun lo castigó. El turco controló el balón para armarse y después lo mandó con potencia a la escuadra. Pese al golpe, el conjunto local reaccionó minutos más tarde y Alexsandro fue clave en la jugada.
Galatasaray off the mark in Champions League after netting four against Lille
Having lost their last three home games in UEFA competition, Lille got off to a nightmare start with the visitors taking the lead with only two minutes on the clock. Alexsandro failed to properly deal with a cross and was duly punished by Junus Akgun, who took one touch to steady himself before lashing high into the net. Despite the setback, the home side struck back minutes later, and Alexsandro was instrumental in the build-up.
Genesio's Marseille show their quality with demolition job in Angers
Seeking back-to-back league victories to get their campaign back on track, the visitors started well, crafting some early sights of goal. Igor Paixao came close to grabbing his first of the season as he cut in from the left wing, before Tochukwu Nnadi dragged a shot just wide of the target. Despite the bright start, Marseille were left shaken on 14 minutes.
Genesio's Marseille finally come alive with demolition job in Angers
Seeking back-to-back league victories to get their campaign back on track, the visitors started well, crafting some early sights of goal. Igor Paixao came close to grabbing his first of the season as he cut in from the left wing, before Tochukwu Nnadi dragged a shot just wide of the target. Despite the bright start, Marseille were left shaken on 14 minutes.
Genesio's Marseille finally come alive with demolition job in Angers
Seeking back-to-back league victories to get their campaign back on track, the visitors started well, crafting some early sights of goal. Igor Paixao came close to grabbing his first of the season as he cut in from the left wing, before Tochukwu Nnadi dragged a shot just wide of the target. Despite the bright start, Marseille were left shaken on 14 minutes.
Genesio's Marseille finally come alive with demolition job in Angers
Seeking back-to-back league victories to get their campaign back on track, the visitors started well, crafting some early sights of goal. Igor Paixao came close to grabbing his first of the season as he cut in from the left wing, before Tochukwu Nnadi dragged a shot just wide of the target. Despite the bright start, Marseille were left shaken on 14 minutes.
Late Nordsjaelland equaliser denies Hearts victory
Buoyed by a 5-0 hammering of St Mirren at the weekend, the Jambos started on the front foot with Josh McPake looking particularly threatening on the left wing. Despite the bright beginning to the game, they only had a speculative Malachi Fagan-Walcott shot from distance to show for it.
Nordsjaelland score late leveller to earn Conference League draw at Hearts
Buoyed by a 5-0 hammering of St Mirren at the weekend, the Jambos started on the front foot with Josh McPake looking particularly threatening on the left wing. Despite the bright beginning to the game, they only had a speculative Malachi Fagan-Walcott shot from distance to show for it.
Northern Ireland continue flying start to Nations League with big win over Ukraine
Despite dominating possession from the first whistle, Ukraine were twice caught out by the visitors in a frustrating first half for Andrea Maldera’s side. Northern Ireland’s opener can only be described as scrappy, but Ciaron Brown didn’t care as he grabbed his first international goal, scrambling home via the post following a deep corner inside the opening 10 minutes.
Finland in seventh heaven after crushing Nations League win over San Marino
Following their first-ever promotion to League C, La Serenissima were dealt a quick reality check, falling behind after five minutes. Leo Walta showed his quality to turn his man inside out before delivering a cross to Joel Pohjanpalo, whose volley went in via the underside of the bar, albeit with the aid of a huge Marco Pasolini deflection. There was almost a response from the hosts following an outstanding driving run into the area from Nicolas Giacopetti, but his attempted cutback was blocked.
Scotland claim first point under Pocognoli after goalless draw in Slovenia
Taking charge after the departure of Steve Clarke, Sebastien Pocognoli’s Scotland tenure almost got off to a nightmare start. Just seven minutes in, a swift counterattack ended with Andraz Sporar cracking a stunning finish in off the woodwork, but the celebrations were quickly curtailed by the linesman’s flag for offside. The hosts continued to dominate the early exchanges, and Sporar had a golden chance to put the ball in the back of the net again minutes later.
Muriqi le gana la partida a Parrott en el Kosovo-Irlanda (1-0)
Tras una fase inicial de presión de Kosovo, los visitantes empezaron a asentarse en el partido, aunque sin arriesgar en ataque, intentando evitar cualquier opción de contraataque. Eso hizo que las ocasiones fueran escasas, y Chiedozie Ogbene remató muy por encima del larguero tras recibir un buen pase de James Abankwah. Esa acción resultó clave en la primera parte, ya que espoleó al conjunto local, que se volcó sobre la portería de Caoimhin Kelleher.
Muriqi scores for Kosovo to overcome Ireland in first-ever meeting
Following an early period of Kosovo pressure, the visitors started to grow into the game, albeit without committing numbers forward as they tried to limit any potential counterattack opportunities. That meant chances were at a premium, and Chiedozie Ogbene curled well over the bar after being picked out by James Abankwah. That proved to be an important moment in the half as it sparked the home side into action, and they laid siege to Caoimhin Kelleher’s goal.
Portuguese second-tier Torreense celebrate European debut win
Despite making their debut in the UEL group stage, there was an expectant home crowd watching their side dominate possession against their Portuguese second-tier opponents. Lillestrom failed to turn that into chances, however, instead looking vulnerable on the break against a Torreense side happy to commit players forward when the opportunity arose.
Second-tier Portuguese side Torreense's fairytale goes on with win on European debut
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Borussia Dortmund pull off stunning comeback to break Hoffenheim hearts
Looking to bounce back from their opening day defeat against FC Koln, the home side had Dortmund completely pinned back throughout the first half, but it took some time to find a way past Gregor Kobel. Adam Hlozek was the first to threaten as he found space just outside the box, but his fizzing half-volley sailed wide of the near post. The best chance of the game came just before the half-hour mark, with Tim Lemperle undoing the visiting defence with a clever backheel.
Borussia Dortmund mount stunning comeback to break Hoffenheim hearts
Looking to bounce back from their opening day defeat against FC Koln, the home side had Dortmund completely pinned back throughout the first half, but it took some time to find a way past Gregor Kobel. Adam Hlozek was the first to threaten as he found space just outside the box, but his fizzing half-volley sailed wide of the near post. The best chance of the game came just before the half-hour mark, with Tim Lemperle undoing the visiting defence with a clever backheel.
Juventus miss out on top-four finish as Torino storm back to draw derby
Following an hour-long delay to kick off, both sides took some time to get up to speed, and though the early exchanges were feisty, clear-cut chances were hard to come by. The first major opening fell to Juve as a deep corner came all the way through to Federico Gatti, but with little time to react and a high bounce, he could only turn the ball over the bar from a yard out.
Relegated duo Burnley and Wolves share spoils as both drop into Championship
Looking to go out on a high in front of their own fans, Burnley got off to the worst possible start when a VAR review ruled that Florentino Luis had blocked the ball with his arm in the box. Despite the delay in taking the spot kick, Adam Armstrong kept his cool to emphatically dispatch it past Max Weiß. The hosts went on to dominate possession through the half, but failed to create anything in the final third and were consistently caught out on the counterattack by a fluid Wolves attack.
Mallorca relegated from LaLiga despite thrashing Real Oviedo in final round
Knowing that only a win would do, the crowd inside the Estadi Mallorca Son Moix grew increasingly nervous after a slow start from the hosts. In fact, they almost got off to a disastrous start when David Carmo found space in the six-yard box, but he didn’t connect properly with the header. If anything, that ignited something in Mallorca, as they took the game to the visitors with their attacking efforts spearheaded by Takuma Asano and Vedat Muriqi.
Maresille scrape past Le Havre to end winless run & keep hopes of European football alive
Having kept their head above water in the relegation battle with five consecutive draws, the home side started brightly in search of a win that could secure their Ligue 1 status for another season. In their way stood Marseille, who were desperate for three points to boost their European hopes, but that wasn’t evident throughout the first half as they struggled to turn possession into chances.
Lyon grab vital victory over Rennes in Champions League tussle to move into third
Knowing the winner of the game would assume pole position for a UEFA Champions League (UCL) spot next season, there was an electric atmosphere inside the Groupama Stadium. The home crowd saw their side dominate possession early on, but they were silenced on six minutes by a piece of brilliance from Rennes.
Nice book spot in Coupe de France final after fine victory against Strasbourg
With both sides looking to reach the showpiece and potentially add to their respective three CDF titles, an electric atmosphere inside the Stade de la Meinau was rewarded with a pulsating, but ultimately goalless, first half. Both sides had huge opportunities to strike the opening blow, but a lack of composure in the box proved costly.
Embolo continues fine form as Rennes put Strasbourg to the sword
Unbeaten in their previous four home League games, Strasbourg started the stronger and should’ve opened the scoring on 15 minutes with the first clear-cut chance of the game. Chelsea loanee David Datro Fofana burst through on goal and rounded the goalkeeper, but he lost his composure and tamely struck the ball at the retreating Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal, who made a timely goalline clearance. That was a pivotal moment in the half, as the visitors quickly took control, creating numerous chances.
Embolo continues fine form as Rennes put three past Strasbourg
Unbeaten in their previous four home League games, Strasbourg started the stronger and should’ve opened the scoring on 15 minutes with the first clear-cut chance of the game. Chelsea loanee David Datro Fofana burst through on goal and rounded the goalkeeper, but he lost his composure and tamely struck the ball at the retreating Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal, who made a timely goalline clearance. That was a pivotal moment in the half, as the visitors quickly took control, creating numerous chances.
Kramaric scores from the spot to down Dortmund and keep Hoffenheim in Euro hunt
A frantic start to the game set the tone for an end-to-end first half, and the hosts almost got off to the perfect start on five minutes. A deep cross was met on the volley by Tim Lemperle, and he was unlucky to see the ball smack the face of the bar with Gregor Kobel well beaten. Despite many promising openings throughout the half, the visitors struggled to create clear-cut chances, but did come close when Daniel Svensson’s header drifted just over the bar.
Kramaric deadly from the spot to down Dortmund and keep Hoffenheim in Euro hunt
A frantic start to the game set the tone for an end-to-end first half, and the hosts almost got off to the perfect start on five minutes. A deep cross was met on the volley by Tim Lemperle, and he was unlucky to see the ball smack the face of the bar with Gregor Kobel well beaten. Despite many promising openings throughout the half, the visitors struggled to create clear-cut chances, but did come close when Daniel Svensson’s header drifted just over the bar.
Jonathan David firma un doblete y Canadá remonta dos goles para empatar ante Islandia
Con plazas en juego para el Mundial, Kamal Miller no se ha hecho ningún favor y se ha mostrado inseguro al intentar controlar un balón que botaba bajo presión en el minuto nueve. Su pase atrás se ha quedado muy corto y Orri Oskarsson ha aprovechado para escaparse y definir con calma ante Dayne St. Clair en el primer palo. No ha sorprendido que Jonathan David haya sido el jugador más peligroso en ataque para Canadá en los primeros minutos.
David at the double as Canada come back from two goals down to draw with Iceland
With places in the World Cup squad up for grabs, Kamal Miller did himself no favours and looked uncomfortable dealing with a bouncing ball while under pressure in the ninth minute. He left his back pass woefully short, and Orri Oskarsson scampered clear before calmly tucking the ball past Dayne St. Clair at the near post.
Taylor strikes twice to see Lazio past Bologna as Orsolini misses from the spot
With time running out to make a push towards the top six, Serie A’s eighth and ninth-placed teams largely cancelled each other out in the first half. Lazio dominated possession in the early exchanges, but Adam Marusic could only toe-poke the ball straight at Federico Ravaglia after creating space in the box, and Bologna grew into the game after a slow opening period.
Bayern Munich continue Bundesliga march with win over Union Berlin
Formidable at the Allianz Arena with five consecutive home wins, Bayern dominated the first half, but were forced to wait until the 43rd minute before finding the breakthrough. The visitors fought hard to frustrate the runaway Bundesliga leaders in the opening exchanges, albeit without creating anything themselves.
El Unión Berlín, un juguete en manos de un Bayern lanzado a por la Bundesliga (4-0)
Centro de datos del Bayern-Unión Berlín Imparable en el Allianz Arena, donde suma cinco triunfos consecutivos como local, el Bayern dominó la primera parte, aunque tuvo que esperar hasta el minuto 43 para abrir el marcador. Los visitantes se esforzaron al máximo para incomodar al líder destacado de la Bundesliga en los primeros compases, aunque sin generar peligro en ataque.
Bayern Munich put four past Union Berlin to continue march towards Bundesliga title
Formidable at the Allianz Arena with five consecutive home wins, Bayern dominated the first half, but were forced to wait until the 43rd minute before finding the breakthrough. The visitors fought hard to frustrate the runaway Bundesliga leaders in the opening exchanges, albeit without creating anything themselves.
El Nápoles supera al Cagliari y se coloca a seis puntos del Inter (0-1)
Los locales tuvieron un inicio para olvidar, ya que se vieron por detrás en el marcador en apenas 90 segundos tras una serie de errores desafortunados. Elia Caprile perdió el balón ante Rasmus Hojlund, quien forzó un córner barato. El saque se jugó en corto y terminó en el segundo palo, donde se produjo un lío en el área. El balón rebotó en el poste y cayó para que Scott McTominay marcara a bocajarro.
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