A high-voltage day in Spanish football was marked by a dazzling Barcelona performance, as they recorded the best start in their history after thrashing Racing, while Atlético Madrid sent a warning ahead of the derby with a commanding win over Osasuna.
Off the pitch, the spotlight was on the announcement of an agreement to renew Luis de la Fuente as head of the national team, and on Kylian Mbappé’s long-awaited comments about the controversy over the shirt in support of Ceuta, on a day when Leo Messi made history once again by lifting another title on the other side of the Atlantic.
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Atlético send a warning before the derby
The red-and-white side heads into the clash with Real Madrid in top form after a 4-0 thrashing of Osasuna. Jonathan David enjoyed a dream first start with a goal and an assist, with further strikes from Kang-in Lee, Le Normand and Alex Baena. The controversial moment came when a goal from Arguibide was ruled out, one that could have given the Navarrese side the equaliser before the home storm was unleashed.
Mbappé breaks his silence
Kylian Mbappé explained in exclusive comments to AS why he wore only part of the shirt in support of Ceuta during the latest match against Elche. “I have complete solidarity with Ceuta, but I didn’t want to prioritise one suffering over another,” the French forward said, seeking to put to rest the controversy surrounding the initiative in recent days.
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De la Fuente to renew until 2032
Rafael Louzán, president of the RFEF, confirmed the contract extension of Luis de la Fuente as coach of the Spanish national team. He said that the coach from Haro has been fully backed by both his work and results, highlighting that his salary will rank among the highest on the international stage after a final agreement was reached.
Record-breaking Barcelona masterclass
FC Barcelona continue their surge at the top of the table after hammering Racing de Santander 7-2 at Camp Nou. A hat-trick from Raphinha, added to goals from Cancelo, Gabriel Jesus and Lamine Yamal, sealed the best start to a season in the club’s history. Seven straight wins have strengthened their undisputed lead and sent a powerful warning to the rest of the competition.
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Messi reaches title number 49
Lionel Messi made history once again by winning the Campeones Cup with Inter Miami after a 2-0 victory over Cruz Azul. The Argentine star scored his 100th goal in the shirt of the American franchise and lifted the 49th trophy of his professional career, cementing his undisputed status as the most decorated footballer of all time.
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