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Barcelona beat city rivals Espanyol 3-1 on LaLiga matchday 12, widening their lead at the top of the table. Atlético Madrid, Osasuna and Athletic Club also secured key results that reshaped the European spots. Notable wins came from Girona, Real Sociedad and Alavés, while two high‑profile games were postponed. The postponed fixtures keep the title race fluid, but Barcelona’s consistency remains the benchmark.

From April 2 to November 29, Copa Libertadores 2025 streams across several platforms. In the U.S., beIN Sports coverage is available via Sling TV, Fubo, and Fanatiz, with multilingual commentary. Spain streams on LaLiga+, while the UK typically shows the final on BBC iPlayer. Prices vary by plan, and VPNs can help travelers access home subscriptions.

After a wave of speculation sparked by his baptism post on Instagram, David Luiz went on BBC's Football Focus to say plainly: he's not a virgin. The PSG defender said he’s happy about his faith but criticized parts of the press for invading his private life. The story began after his baptism at teammate Maxwell’s home pool led to rumors he’d chosen celibacy until marriage.

The 2025 Copa Libertadores Round of 16 is set after the draw in Luque, Paraguay. Palmeiras meet Universitario, Racing face Peñarol, and River Plate take on Libertad. Defending champions Botafogo draw LDU Quito, while Flamengo clash with Internacional. First legs are Aug 12–14, with second legs Aug 19–21. Group winners host the return matches.

Chivas Guadalajara advanced to the 2018 CONCACAF Champions League final after narrowly defeating the New York Red Bulls 1-0 on aggregate. Alan Pulido’s goal in Mexico proved decisive, with Red Bulls failing to score despite a barrage of opportunities in the second leg.

The new PSL season kicks off in August with big matchups. Sundowns, Pirates, and Chiefs's opening games are now out, spotlighting early key clashes and Chiefs' busy five-game start. Official dates may still shift, but fans can start getting excited for another high-stakes football season.

Nico Williams won’t be joining Barcelona after complicated La Liga registration rules forced the club to pull out. The Spanish winger has renewed with Athletic Club until 2035, with a much larger release clause. Barcelona’s financial limits and Williams’ loyalty swayed the deal.

Chelsea have cruised through the Europa Conference League, but Fiorentina’s experience and Real Betis’s attacking power threaten their title ambitions. Young stars and recent struggles paint a dramatic picture as the knockout rounds heat up.