Monday, December 14, 2009
Sporting Gijón 0-1 Sevilla
Sevilla are back in 3rd place after Valencia's defeat last night and their win here. Frédéric Kanouté scored another early goal after the midweek goal against Rangers. Kanouté's 9th minute strike sinking Sporting Gijón. Sporting nonetheless still having a good season to date.
Atlético Madrid 1-2 Villarreal
One had to win. These two have had overall disappointing starts to the season but it appears Villarreal are looking onwards and upwards as they recorded a fine win away to Atlético Madrid.
Portuguese star Simao put Madrid ahead on 37 minutes a lead that was cancelled out four minutes into the 2nd half through David Fuster.
Former Real Valladolid star Joseba Llorente scored the winner in added time to break Atlético hearts as they suffered yet another defeat.
Portuguese star Simao put Madrid ahead on 37 minutes a lead that was cancelled out four minutes into the 2nd half through David Fuster.
Former Real Valladolid star Joseba Llorente scored the winner in added time to break Atlético hearts as they suffered yet another defeat.
Osasuna 0-1 Real Mallorca
Real Mallorca can't lose at the moment and they continued their fine season with a narrow 1-0 success away to Osasuna.
Gonzálo Castro got the only goal of the game on 61 minutes as the islanders head back with a fine victory and a place in the five. Osasuna though are in 11th.
Gonzálo Castro got the only goal of the game on 61 minutes as the islanders head back with a fine victory and a place in the five. Osasuna though are in 11th.
Racing Santander 3-2 Xerez
Racing recorded a vital win at home to fellow strugglers Xerez. But it didn;t start well for the northern club as they fell behind to a Mario Bermejo goal after just 3 minutes.
Racing levelled after 25 minutes of play when Mehdi Lacen pounced and the hosts were in front four minutes into the 2nd half as Manuel Arana made an instant impact.
Antonito levelled the scores for Xerez on 69 minutes before Racing found the winner on 82 minutes through Alex Geijo.
Racing levelled after 25 minutes of play when Mehdi Lacen pounced and the hosts were in front four minutes into the 2nd half as Manuel Arana made an instant impact.
Antonito levelled the scores for Xerez on 69 minutes before Racing found the winner on 82 minutes through Alex Geijo.
Almería 1-1 Deportivo
Almería reponded to last weekend's brave showing against Real Madrid by holding Deportivo to a 1-1 draw.
The Andalusia side have been struggling for goals this year but Kalu Uche is finding his own shooting boots and got another goal here on 59 minutes to give the hosts the lead.
Deportivo are playing well this year and were level within 15 minutes thanks to Pablo Alvárez.
The Andalusia side have been struggling for goals this year but Kalu Uche is finding his own shooting boots and got another goal here on 59 minutes to give the hosts the lead.
Deportivo are playing well this year and were level within 15 minutes thanks to Pablo Alvárez.
Getafe 2-1 Tenerife
Getafe's run continued as they ended up victorious at home to Islanders Tenerife. Albín gave the home side the lead on 38 minutes as the visitors looked to up the tempo. Getafe hit Tenrife with a blow on 68 minutes when Albín capped off a good game with a 2nd goal.
Tenerife's Juanlu pulled a goal back on 81 minutes but it wasn't enough to save a point.
Tenerife's Juanlu pulled a goal back on 81 minutes but it wasn't enough to save a point.
Real Valladolid 1-1 Málaga
Málaga earned another point this time away to Valladolid. It was the Andalusians who struck first through Duda on 34 minutes to send them in at the interval in front.
The hosts though are though to beat at home and were level on 69 minutes thanks to Nivaldo. The point doesn't suit well for either side.
The hosts though are though to beat at home and were level on 69 minutes thanks to Nivaldo. The point doesn't suit well for either side.
Valencia 2-3 Real Madrid
The game of the weekend ended in a thrilling 3-2 win for Real Madrid, the first time this season that Valencia have lost at home.
It was goalless at half-time but that was changed just nine minutes into the 2nd half when Gonzalo Higuaín headed Real in front.
Six minutes later David Villa levelled with a header of his own but Real Madrid came back to take the lead when Higuaín slotted past César Sánchez on 65 minutes. Los Che didn't give up and were level again when Joaquín shot past Iker Casillas on 80 minutes.
But Real Madrid stole the game as Ezequiel Garay headed past Sánchez for the winner with seven minutes remaining.
It was goalless at half-time but that was changed just nine minutes into the 2nd half when Gonzalo Higuaín headed Real in front.
Six minutes later David Villa levelled with a header of his own but Real Madrid came back to take the lead when Higuaín slotted past César Sánchez on 65 minutes. Los Che didn't give up and were level again when Joaquín shot past Iker Casillas on 80 minutes.
But Real Madrid stole the game as Ezequiel Garay headed past Sánchez for the winner with seven minutes remaining.
Barcelona 1-0 Espanyol
Barcelona did enough to see off Espanyol at the Camp Nou. It was espanyol who won here last season and it looked like they might be comming away with something until Zlatan Ibrahimovic slotted home a 39th minute penalty.
Espanyol might not have conceded a lot night tonight but the defense needs improving.
Espanyol might not have conceded a lot night tonight but the defense needs improving.
Real Zaragoza 1-2 Athletic Bilbao
Real Zaragoza suffered another defeat as they went down 2-1 to Athletic Bilbao. It was the visitors who struck first through on loan Liverpool man Mikel San José on 61 minutes before Bilbao doubled their lead on 81 minutes through Susaeta.
Carlos Diogo pulled one back in added time but it was too little for the hosts.
Carlos Diogo pulled one back in added time but it was too little for the hosts.
Saturday, December 12, 2009
European Round Up:
Spanish clubs all ended the Group stage this week with three getting through and one securing Europa League football.
Real Madrid:
Real Madrid were away to Marseille in their final group game and knew a draw would be enough to progress. Marseille meanwhile needed to win by three goals to go through. A remarkable Cristiano Ronaldo free-kick set Real on their way. Lucho González levelled before Raúl Albiol put Real back in front.
Lucho González missed a penalty before Ronaldo got his 2nd of the game to finish off Marseille.
Barcelona:
Barcelona travelled east to Dynamo Kiyv and got the result they came for. It was Dynamo Kiyv who struck first with Artem Milevskiy heading one a Shevchenko free kick. Xavi levelled for Barcelona before the break. Both sides had freezing conditions to attend to and Lionel Messi scored the winner as Barcelona progress.
Atlético Madrid:
Atlético secured a Europa League place thanks to the away goal in Cyprus two weeks ago but were mauled by a far superior Porto side. The Portuguese champions ended up 3-0 winners with Hulk getting a fantastic goal as Atlético ended a disasterous Champions League campaign. Bruno Alves and Falcao got the other goals for the visitors.
Sevilla:
Sevilla ended the group stage by beating Rangers thanks to a Kanouté penalty. Rangers were desperatly poor in the group stage and were already out prior to kick-off. Sevilla top the group.
Real Madrid:
Real Madrid were away to Marseille in their final group game and knew a draw would be enough to progress. Marseille meanwhile needed to win by three goals to go through. A remarkable Cristiano Ronaldo free-kick set Real on their way. Lucho González levelled before Raúl Albiol put Real back in front.
Lucho González missed a penalty before Ronaldo got his 2nd of the game to finish off Marseille.
Barcelona:
Barcelona travelled east to Dynamo Kiyv and got the result they came for. It was Dynamo Kiyv who struck first with Artem Milevskiy heading one a Shevchenko free kick. Xavi levelled for Barcelona before the break. Both sides had freezing conditions to attend to and Lionel Messi scored the winner as Barcelona progress.
Atlético Madrid:
Atlético secured a Europa League place thanks to the away goal in Cyprus two weeks ago but were mauled by a far superior Porto side. The Portuguese champions ended up 3-0 winners with Hulk getting a fantastic goal as Atlético ended a disasterous Champions League campaign. Bruno Alves and Falcao got the other goals for the visitors.
Sevilla:
Sevilla ended the group stage by beating Rangers thanks to a Kanouté penalty. Rangers were desperatly poor in the group stage and were already out prior to kick-off. Sevilla top the group.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
La Liga table 7th December 2009
1 | Barcelona | 14 | 36 |
2 | Real Madrid | 13 | 31 |
3 | Valencia | 13 | 28 |
4 | Sevilla | 13 | 27 |
5 | Deportivo | 13 | 25 |
6 | Real Mallorca | 13 | 24 |
7 | Sporting Gijón | 13 | 20 |
8 | Athletic Bilbao | 13 | 20 |
9 | Getafe | 13 | 18 |
10 | Osasuna | 13 | 16 |
11 | Villarreal | 13 | 15 |
12 | Tenerife | 13 | 14 |
13 | Atlético Madrid | 13 | 13 |
14 | Espanyol | 13 | 13 |
15 | Real Valladolid | 13 | 12 |
16 | Almería | 13 | 12 |
17 | Real Zaragoza | 13 | 12 |
18 | Racing Santander | 13 | 10 |
19 | Málaga | 13 | 8 |
20 | Xerez | 14 | 7 |
Athletic Bilbao 1-2 Valencia
Valencia made the trip north to the terrific atmosphere of San Mames looking to bounce back from last week's disappointing 1-1 draw against Mallorca.
It was the hosts who struck first when 16 year-old Iker Munain found the net again on 58 minutes.
Valencia hitman David Villa levelled for Los Che on 61 minutes as Valencia set about getting the result they came for. Bilbao had Koikili sent-off for a 2nd yellow on 74 minutes and Valencia made them pay nine minutes later through Jérémy Mathieu. Mathieu's goal the winner as Valencia secure the points.
It was the hosts who struck first when 16 year-old Iker Munain found the net again on 58 minutes.
Valencia hitman David Villa levelled for Los Che on 61 minutes as Valencia set about getting the result they came for. Bilbao had Koikili sent-off for a 2nd yellow on 74 minutes and Valencia made them pay nine minutes later through Jérémy Mathieu. Mathieu's goal the winner as Valencia secure the points.
Villarreal 3-2 Getafe
A good game at El Madrigal as Villarreal bounced back from last week's set-back. Getafe were in good form heading into this game with Roberto Soldado grabbing a hat-trick recently.
It was Getafe who struck first through León in the 3rd minute. That lead was cancelled out 14 minutes later when Joan Capdevilla struck. Getafe re-took the lead on 52 minute when Roberto Soldado converted a penalty that saw Rubén Gracía sent-off as a result.
Santí Cazorla struck back on 67 minutes as Villarreal went level again. Getafe were determined not to lose and they went behind when Joan Capdevilla capped a good night with his 2nd goal on 87 minutes. Angel was sent-off in added time for hosts but Getafe couldn't force a last gasp goal.
It was Getafe who struck first through León in the 3rd minute. That lead was cancelled out 14 minutes later when Joan Capdevilla struck. Getafe re-took the lead on 52 minute when Roberto Soldado converted a penalty that saw Rubén Gracía sent-off as a result.
Santí Cazorla struck back on 67 minutes as Villarreal went level again. Getafe were determined not to lose and they went behind when Joan Capdevilla capped a good night with his 2nd goal on 87 minutes. Angel was sent-off in added time for hosts but Getafe couldn't force a last gasp goal.
Real Mallorca 4-1 Real Zaragoza
Real Mallorca's remarkable season continued as they ran out easy 4-1 winners over Real Zaragoza.
Aritz Aduriz opened the scoring on 38 minutes as their afternoon was to get even better. Into the 2nd half Aduriz got his 2nd on 68 minutes before sub Mario Suárez made it 3-0 on 75 minutes. Mallorca have enjoyed a great season so far and made Zaragoza's afternoon alot worse when Alhassane Keita made it 4-0.
Zaragoza did at least have something to celebrate when Herrara Ander pulled one back with four minutes left.
Aritz Aduriz opened the scoring on 38 minutes as their afternoon was to get even better. Into the 2nd half Aduriz got his 2nd on 68 minutes before sub Mario Suárez made it 3-0 on 75 minutes. Mallorca have enjoyed a great season so far and made Zaragoza's afternoon alot worse when Alhassane Keita made it 4-0.
Zaragoza did at least have something to celebrate when Herrara Ander pulled one back with four minutes left.
Málaga 1-1 Osasuna
Malaga appear to have changed their ways. In recent weeks they have stayed unbeaten while getting some impressive results. This was another big point against an Osasuna side that expected all three points from their visit south. It started well for the Pamplona side when Masoud Shojaei put them in front on 47 minutes.
With time running out Malaga were level. With just seven minutes left when Antonio Apono made it 1-1. The draw a good result for Malaga.
With time running out Malaga were level. With just seven minutes left when Antonio Apono made it 1-1. The draw a good result for Malaga.
Espanyol 0-4 Racing Santander
Espanyol suffered a 2nd 4-0 defeat in a row when Racing Santander turned on the style. Amazingly it was 0-0 at half-time. The visitors took a deserved lead on 49 minutes through Henrique. Racing went 2-0 in front on 52 minutes thanks to Sergio Canales before Mohammed Tchité converted a 72nd minute penalty to put Racing 3-0 up.
Canales then got his 2nd goal of the night four minutes after Thcité's penalty which sent the home crowd out in disappointment.
Canales then got his 2nd goal of the night four minutes after Thcité's penalty which sent the home crowd out in disappointment.
Tenerife 2-1 Sporting Gijón
Tenerife made home advantage count as they defeated Sporting Gijón. It was the visitors from the mainland who took a 4th minute lead thanks to Diego Castro's strike.
It stayed like that until ten minutes into the 2nd period when Ricardo León levelled before Tenerife were in front. Key man Nino with the winner on 67 minutes as Tenerife send Sporting back empty handed.
It stayed like that until ten minutes into the 2nd period when Ricardo León levelled before Tenerife were in front. Key man Nino with the winner on 67 minutes as Tenerife send Sporting back empty handed.
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Deportivo 1-3 Barcelona
Barcelona mde the trip worthwhile after a 3-1 win. Lionel Messi opened the scoring on 27 minutes before Deportivo were level on 38 through Adrián's goal.
Lionel Messi got his 2nd on 80 minutes before Zlatan Ibrahimovic made it three in three on 88 minutes.
A good win for Barcelona as they remain top, Deportivo need to bounce back from this set-back.
Lionel Messi got his 2nd on 80 minutes before Zlatan Ibrahimovic made it three in three on 88 minutes.
A good win for Barcelona as they remain top, Deportivo need to bounce back from this set-back.
Real Madrid 4-2 Almería
Almería put up a good fight against the stars of Real Madrid but in the end Real were too strong. Beaten in the clásico, Real Madrid were determined to get back to winning ways but had to fight for this victory last night. Defender Sergio Ramos opened the scoring on 31 minutes which had been comming for Almería. The 2nd half started with Almería putting a bit of pressure on Real. The game was level on 58 minutes when Fernando Soriano scored on 58 minutes.
Kalu Uche gave the visitors a shock lead on 62 minutes before Real came back when Gonzalo Higuaín levelled on 73 minutes. Two more goals from Real Madrid followed thanks to Karim Bemema (82) and Cristiano Ronaldo (84). Ronaldo was sent-off four minutes later.
Kalu Uche gave the visitors a shock lead on 62 minutes before Real came back when Gonzalo Higuaín levelled on 73 minutes. Two more goals from Real Madrid followed thanks to Karim Bemema (82) and Cristiano Ronaldo (84). Ronaldo was sent-off four minutes later.
Xerez 0-2 Atlético Madrid
Atlético Madrid capped off a good week with a 2-0 success at Xerez last night. The Madrid side were 4-0 victors last week and wanted to build on that with a win here. Xerez, bottom of the league and beaten in midweek by Barcelona were going to put everything into getting points.
Diego Forlán gave the visitors the lead on 29 minutes before star man Sergio Aguero made it 2-0 on 65 minutes. Xerez had a chance to get back into the game when Alvaro Domínguez was sent-off for Atlético late on.
Diego Forlán gave the visitors the lead on 29 minutes before star man Sergio Aguero made it 2-0 on 65 minutes. Xerez had a chance to get back into the game when Alvaro Domínguez was sent-off for Atlético late on.
Sevilla 1-1 Real Valladolid
Sevilla again lost ground on the big two as they were held by Real Valladolid. Sevilla had been expected to get the better of the strugglers at home.
Sevilla gave themselves a mountain to climb when allowing Manucho to put the visitors ahead on 33 minutes. But things started to go Sevilla's way when Borja was sent-off on 39 minutes before Luís Fabiano levelled from the spot five minutes later. A disappointing result for Sevilla.
Sevilla gave themselves a mountain to climb when allowing Manucho to put the visitors ahead on 33 minutes. But things started to go Sevilla's way when Borja was sent-off on 39 minutes before Luís Fabiano levelled from the spot five minutes later. A disappointing result for Sevilla.
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Barcelona's busy month
Barcelona face a busy month in December. The Club World Cup in the United Arb Emirates is a competition that if Barcelona win will cap off a fantastic 2009. They also face some league games before hand with Deportivo and Espanyol next while also playing a must win game against Dynamo Kiyv in their last Champions League group game next Wednesday.
2nd December 2009: Xerez 0-2 Barcelona (La Liga)
5th December 2009: Deportivo v Barcelona (La Liga)
9th December 2009: Dynamo Kiyv v Barcelona (Champions League)
12th December 2009: Barcelona v Espanyol (La Liga)
16th December 2009: Club World Cup Semi-Final
19th December 2009: Final or 3rd Place play-off
Barcelona will play a total of six matches in just 17 days. Their title rivals Real Madrid in contrast will play four games in the month of December.
2nd December 2009: Xerez 0-2 Barcelona (La Liga)
5th December 2009: Deportivo v Barcelona (La Liga)
9th December 2009: Dynamo Kiyv v Barcelona (Champions League)
12th December 2009: Barcelona v Espanyol (La Liga)
16th December 2009: Club World Cup Semi-Final
19th December 2009: Final or 3rd Place play-off
Barcelona will play a total of six matches in just 17 days. Their title rivals Real Madrid in contrast will play four games in the month of December.
La Liga Preview 5th December
Four games tonight as the Liga faces a key weekend at the top of the table. Real Madrid v Almería and Deportivo v Barcelona.
Sevilla v Real Valladolid:
3rd placed Sevilla play host to a Valladolid side that should be beaten here. But Sevilla had to come from behind to get a point last week at home to Málaga so Valladolid have every chance here.
Xerez v Atlético Madrid:
Wednesday's defeat left Xerez rooted to the bottom and face another big test here at home to an Atlético side that look to have turned a good corner. The visitors will be looking to build on last Sunday's impressive 4-0 success over Espanyol.
Real Madrid v Almería:
Real Madrid look too strong for the Liga strugglers tonight. Almería have scored just twelve goals to date. Real Madrid are also unbeaten at home this season and expect another one tonight. Ronaldo should start while Almería will depend on Kalu Uche and Daniel Piatti.
Deportivo v Barcelona:
Barcelona face a potentially tricky game away in La Coruna, as they take on Deportivo. Barcelona face a busy month with the World Club Cup comming up while also facing tricky La Liga fixtures. The hosts will be up for this game and aimming for victory that will increase their chances of European football next season.
Sevilla v Real Valladolid:
3rd placed Sevilla play host to a Valladolid side that should be beaten here. But Sevilla had to come from behind to get a point last week at home to Málaga so Valladolid have every chance here.
Xerez v Atlético Madrid:
Wednesday's defeat left Xerez rooted to the bottom and face another big test here at home to an Atlético side that look to have turned a good corner. The visitors will be looking to build on last Sunday's impressive 4-0 success over Espanyol.
Real Madrid v Almería:
Real Madrid look too strong for the Liga strugglers tonight. Almería have scored just twelve goals to date. Real Madrid are also unbeaten at home this season and expect another one tonight. Ronaldo should start while Almería will depend on Kalu Uche and Daniel Piatti.
Deportivo v Barcelona:
Barcelona face a potentially tricky game away in La Coruna, as they take on Deportivo. Barcelona face a busy month with the World Club Cup comming up while also facing tricky La Liga fixtures. The hosts will be up for this game and aimming for victory that will increase their chances of European football next season.
Xerez 0-2 Barcelona
Bottom against top didn't produce any surprises as Barcelona built on last Sunday's victory in the clásico.
Thierry Henry opened the scoring for the champions with a header on 46 minutes before Zlatan Ibrahimovic made the game safe at 2-0 in the 3rd minute of added time with a fine finish. Xerez remain bottom and play Racing Santander next. Barcelona stay top and face a trip to Deportivo next.
Thierry Henry opened the scoring for the champions with a header on 46 minutes before Zlatan Ibrahimovic made the game safe at 2-0 in the 3rd minute of added time with a fine finish. Xerez remain bottom and play Racing Santander next. Barcelona stay top and face a trip to Deportivo next.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
La Liga Preview 2nd December
Just one game tonight in La Liga and it involves Barcelona.
Xerez v Barcelona:
Bottom against Top in a match that should go one way and that it a convincing victory for the visitors. Current La Liga and European champions Barcelona face a Xerez side that will give it their all. Xerez are argubly the weakest side in La Liga this season and need a miracle to get anything out of this game tonight.
The game is being played tonight due to Barcelona's participation in the Club world cup later this month.
Xerez v Barcelona:
Bottom against Top in a match that should go one way and that it a convincing victory for the visitors. Current La Liga and European champions Barcelona face a Xerez side that will give it their all. Xerez are argubly the weakest side in La Liga this season and need a miracle to get anything out of this game tonight.
The game is being played tonight due to Barcelona's participation in the Club world cup later this month.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
La Liga Table December 1st
1 | Barcelona | 12 | 30 |
2 | Real Madrid | 12 | 28 |
3 | Sevilla | 12 | 26 |
4 | Valencia | 12 | 25 |
5 | Deportivo | 12 | 25 |
6 | Real Mallorca | 12 | 21 |
7 | Sporting Gijón | 12 | 20 |
8 | Athletic Bilbao | 12 | 20 |
9 | Getafe | 12 | 18 |
10 | Osasuna | 12 | 15 |
11 | Espanyol | 12 | 13 |
12 | Villarreal | 12 | 12 |
13 | Almería | 12 | 12 |
14 | Real Zaragoza | 12 | 12 |
15 | Real Valladolid | 12 | 11 |
16 | Tenerife | 12 | 11 |
17 | Atlético Madrid | 12 | 10 |
18 | Málaga | 12 | 7 |
19 | Racing Santander | 12 | 7 |
20 | Xerez | 12 | 7 |
Monday, November 30, 2009
Atlético Madrid 4-0 Espanyol
Finally Atlético Madrid are out of the relegation zone and they got their victory in some style. It was a good win for the hosts as they have endured a difficult season so far with the club out of the champions league as a result.
Diego Forlán got the ball rolling for Atlético on 27 minutes before Sergio Aguero made it 2-0 on 62 minutes. The Argentinian got his 2nd as Atlético went 3-0 up on 86 minutes before another Argentine Maxí Rodríguez made it 4-0 with a minute remaining. Facundo Roncagila was sent-off for Espanyol, who had a poor night.
Diego Forlán got the ball rolling for Atlético on 27 minutes before Sergio Aguero made it 2-0 on 62 minutes. The Argentinian got his 2nd as Atlético went 3-0 up on 86 minutes before another Argentine Maxí Rodríguez made it 4-0 with a minute remaining. Facundo Roncagila was sent-off for Espanyol, who had a poor night.
Real Zaragoza 0-1 Osasuna
Real Zaragoza suffered a narrow defeat at home to Osasuna here. The game wasn't a classic but Osasuna did get a deserved victory. Only one goal was needed here and it came on 27 minutes thanks to Iranian Javad Nekounam's strike.
The hosts will be disappointed as this defeat leaves them in 14th place while OSasuna are 10th.
The hosts will be disappointed as this defeat leaves them in 14th place while OSasuna are 10th.
Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid
The biggest game of the season saw Barcelona edge Real Madrid 1-0 to reclaim top spot in the table. Real Madrid welcomed back Cristiano Ronaldo to the starting XI and opted to leave both Raúl and Karim Benzema on the bench. The hosts had Lionel Messi back but Zlatan Ibrahimovic was on the bench.
The game had chances with both sides wasting but both keepers had to be alert with both Valdés and Casillas making vital saves.
The goal came from a cross that was volleyed home from close range by sub Zlatan Ibrahimovic on 56 minutes. Barcelona had Sergio Busquets sent-off for a 2nd yellow ten minutes later. Real Madrid chasing the game had Lassana Diarra sent-off late on for a 2nd yellow as Barcelona kept Real at bay to claim the win in the first Clásico of the season. Barcelona are away to Xerez on Wednesday as they look to collect three further points.
The game had chances with both sides wasting but both keepers had to be alert with both Valdés and Casillas making vital saves.
The goal came from a cross that was volleyed home from close range by sub Zlatan Ibrahimovic on 56 minutes. Barcelona had Sergio Busquets sent-off for a 2nd yellow ten minutes later. Real Madrid chasing the game had Lassana Diarra sent-off late on for a 2nd yellow as Barcelona kept Real at bay to claim the win in the first Clásico of the season. Barcelona are away to Xerez on Wednesday as they look to collect three further points.
Racing Santander 0-1 Deportivo
A narrow victory for the visitors meant they kept up their challenge for a European place. Deportivo are doing well so far and this was another victory secured. Alberto Lopo socred the only goal of the game on 76 minutes as Racing Santander fall into the relegation zone. Deportivo after this result remain 5th but level with 4th placed Valencia.
Almería 1-4 Athletic Bilbao
Athletic Bilbao followed up last week's point at home to Barcelona by putting Almerís to the sword here. Javí Martínez put the Basques in front on 37 minutes before Ustaritz made it 2-0 on 41 minutes.
After the break Bilbao didn't stop attacking and made it 3-0 on the hour mark when Fernando Llorente found the net. Óscar De Marcós made it 4-0 on 77 minutes before Kalu Uche converted a penalty on 84 minutes for the home side.
After the break Bilbao didn't stop attacking and made it 3-0 on the hour mark when Fernando Llorente found the net. Óscar De Marcós made it 4-0 on 77 minutes before Kalu Uche converted a penalty on 84 minutes for the home side.
Getafe 5-1 Xerez
Getafe put in a solid performance as they brushed Xerez aside. It was the visitors who found the first breakthrough when Aythami made it 1-0 Xerez. But Xerez's afternoon was to get worse from there on. Roberto Soldado levelled on 45 minutes and almost immediately converted a penalty to send Getafe 2-1 up at the break.
Former Real Madrid and QPR star Daniel Parejo made it 3-1 on 57 minutes before Roberto Soldado completed his hat-trick two minutes later. Casquero rounded off the scoring with a fifth goal on 61 minutes. Xerez now bottom after this result.
Former Real Madrid and QPR star Daniel Parejo made it 3-1 on 57 minutes before Roberto Soldado completed his hat-trick two minutes later. Casquero rounded off the scoring with a fifth goal on 61 minutes. Xerez now bottom after this result.
Real Valladolid 3-3 Tenerife
A thrilling 3-3 draw was on show as both sides shared the points. It wasn't until 28 minutes that we saw the game's opening goal, courtosy of a Diego strike. Canobbio made it 2-0 from the panlty spot on 35 minutes as the hosts went in at the break 2-0 up.
It was 3-0 on 50 minutes when Diego got his 2nd of the match and it appeared that was that. Nino pulled a goal back for the visitors on 63 minutes before Angel made the game interesting at 3-2 on 71 minutes.
Just as Real Valladolid looked to be holding out for the win, Tenerife levelled with Ayoze making his chance count. Luna was later sent-off but a thrilling draw.
It was 3-0 on 50 minutes when Diego got his 2nd of the match and it appeared that was that. Nino pulled a goal back for the visitors on 63 minutes before Angel made the game interesting at 3-2 on 71 minutes.
Just as Real Valladolid looked to be holding out for the win, Tenerife levelled with Ayoze making his chance count. Luna was later sent-off but a thrilling draw.
Sunday, November 29, 2009
La Liga Preview 29th November
La Liga has the biggest game of the season so far. Barcelona take on Real Madrid.
Real Valladolid v Tenerife: 17:00
A game that could Real valladolid will be targeting three points. Tenerife are not that great away from home and could be beaten if the defense isn't improved.
Getafe v Xerez: 17:00
What Getafe will we see today. The won that is capable of giving the big sides a run for their money or the Getafe that play poorly against the likes of Xerez. Xerez will be up for this trip as they are curently in the relegation zone.
Almería v Athletic Bilbao: 17:00
The Basques will be looking for a follow up to last weekend's draw with Barcelona. The hosts meanwhile are not doing too badly at the moment. A draw looks on the cards.
Real Zaragoza v Osasuna: 17:00
Both sides haven't set the league alight this season but both will be aiming for three points to move upward in the table. Osausna have got some impressive results but were poor last weekend.
Racing Santander v Deportivo: 17:00
A game that Deportivo are expected to win. With Racing struggling and Deportivo enjoying a fine season to date, it should be the visitors who run out winners.
Barcelona v Real Madrid: 19:00
The biggest match of the season so far. Barcelona and Real Madrid will be locking horns for the first time since May and could we see a vintage Barcelona knock another six past Real? or will Real Madrid extend their lead at the top of the table.
Atlético Madrid v Espanyol: 21:00
Having forced a point away in Cyprus in midweek, Atlético will be looking for a long overdue win in the league. Espanyol have been hot and cold so far this season so a draw might be the result.
Real Valladolid v Tenerife: 17:00
A game that could Real valladolid will be targeting three points. Tenerife are not that great away from home and could be beaten if the defense isn't improved.
Getafe v Xerez: 17:00
What Getafe will we see today. The won that is capable of giving the big sides a run for their money or the Getafe that play poorly against the likes of Xerez. Xerez will be up for this trip as they are curently in the relegation zone.
Almería v Athletic Bilbao: 17:00
The Basques will be looking for a follow up to last weekend's draw with Barcelona. The hosts meanwhile are not doing too badly at the moment. A draw looks on the cards.
Real Zaragoza v Osasuna: 17:00
Both sides haven't set the league alight this season but both will be aiming for three points to move upward in the table. Osausna have got some impressive results but were poor last weekend.
Racing Santander v Deportivo: 17:00
A game that Deportivo are expected to win. With Racing struggling and Deportivo enjoying a fine season to date, it should be the visitors who run out winners.
Barcelona v Real Madrid: 19:00
The biggest match of the season so far. Barcelona and Real Madrid will be locking horns for the first time since May and could we see a vintage Barcelona knock another six past Real? or will Real Madrid extend their lead at the top of the table.
Atlético Madrid v Espanyol: 21:00
Having forced a point away in Cyprus in midweek, Atlético will be looking for a long overdue win in the league. Espanyol have been hot and cold so far this season so a draw might be the result.
Sevilla 2-2 Málaga
3rd Placed Sevilla lost ground on the big two after bottom side Málaga showed fighting spirit to earn a point. But the bottom side should've had all three.
Miguel opened the scoring for the visitors on 23 minutes to silence the home crowd. Patrick Mtiliga then made it 2-0 just before half-time as Sevilla went into the break stunned.
But not to be undone Luís Fabiano pulled a goal back for the hosts on 58 minutes. The Brazilian was on hand to level matter on 73 minutes as Sevilla battled to save a point but will be disappointed after this result.
Miguel opened the scoring for the visitors on 23 minutes to silence the home crowd. Patrick Mtiliga then made it 2-0 just before half-time as Sevilla went into the break stunned.
But not to be undone Luís Fabiano pulled a goal back for the hosts on 58 minutes. The Brazilian was on hand to level matter on 73 minutes as Sevilla battled to save a point but will be disappointed after this result.
Valencia 1-1 Real Mallorca
Valencia dropped two points here at home to Real Mallorca. The Islanders, enjoying a good season kept Los Che at bay until Valencia's David Villa opened the scoring on 49 minutes.
Valencia's line-up included David Silva, Juan Mata and Pablo Hernández but couldn't add a second goal. The Islanders made them pay as Borja Valero converted a pnelaty four minutes from time to earn a point.
Valencia's line-up included David Silva, Juan Mata and Pablo Hernández but couldn't add a second goal. The Islanders made them pay as Borja Valero converted a pnelaty four minutes from time to earn a point.
Sporting Gijón 1-0 Villarreal
Sporting Gijón made home advantage count as they overcame the Yellow Submarine. A narrow win for the hosts that keeps them in the European reckoning while Villarreal's bid to move up the table stalls.
Croatian Maté Bilic was the hero for the hosts by scoring the winner on 75 minutes. Gonzalo was sent-off for the visitors which ended their unbeaten run.
Croatian Maté Bilic was the hero for the hosts by scoring the winner on 75 minutes. Gonzalo was sent-off for the visitors which ended their unbeaten run.
Saturday, November 28, 2009
La Liga Preview 28th November
We have a few matches tonight and key matches tonight as well.
Sporting Gijón v Villarreal: 18:00
Villarreal will be travelling to Gijón looking for another three points to move up the table. Sporting will be no pushovers as they are positioned just outside the European places. The northern club are enjoying a great season and will look to continue that tonight.
Valencia v Real Mallorca: 20:00
Valencia will be aiming to keep pace with the top three with three points at home to the Islanders from Mallorca. Real though are in the hunt for Europe at the moment and will prove a test for the Mestalla outfit.
Sevilla v Málaga: 22:00
This Andalusian derby will be crucial for Sevilla. The 3rd placed side are looking to keep the pressure on Barcelona and Real Madrid who play tomorrow night. Málaga though are rooted at the bottom with the need of points on their minds. It promises to be a good game with both sides chasing victory.
Sporting Gijón v Villarreal: 18:00
Villarreal will be travelling to Gijón looking for another three points to move up the table. Sporting will be no pushovers as they are positioned just outside the European places. The northern club are enjoying a great season and will look to continue that tonight.
Valencia v Real Mallorca: 20:00
Valencia will be aiming to keep pace with the top three with three points at home to the Islanders from Mallorca. Real though are in the hunt for Europe at the moment and will prove a test for the Mestalla outfit.
Sevilla v Málaga: 22:00
This Andalusian derby will be crucial for Sevilla. The 3rd placed side are looking to keep the pressure on Barcelona and Real Madrid who play tomorrow night. Málaga though are rooted at the bottom with the need of points on their minds. It promises to be a good game with both sides chasing victory.
Friday, November 27, 2009
Champions League action
All four Spanish sides had mixed results this week and the shock without a doubt was Sevilla's failure to beat Romanian Champions Unirea Urziceni. The Andalusians knew anything from the tie in Romania would secure top spot but the win leaves Unirea within a point of the Last 16 themselves.
Barcelona:
Barcelona came out on top against Inter Milan. The 2-0 scoreline was enough to see Barcelona move top with just one game left in the group away to Dynamo Kiyv in two weeks time. Goals from Gerard Piqué and Pedro Rodríguez were enough for Barcelona.
Real Madrid:
Real Madrid took a top spot in their group ahead of aC Milan after a 1-0 win over Swiss champions FC Zurich. The Swiss came to Madrid with three points on their minds and only for a Gonzalo Higuaín strike they would've got one. Chances for Madrid were not taking and Marcelo hit the post but a deserved victory that also saw Cristiano Ronaldo return after a month and a half on the sidelines.
Atlético Madrid:
Atlético were pushed all the way by Cypriot champions APOEL Nicosia. The hosts took the lead through Nenad Mirosavljevic. Atlético though kept in the game and got their rewards when Simao slotted home. The results means the Europa League place is still not decided.
Sevilla:
Sevilla travelled to Romania looking for the result that would secure top spot and that didn't happen. The Romanians have shown this season they can cut it in Europe and took a massive scalp here. An Ivica Dragutinovic own goal was the difference on the night despite a 2nd half of Sevilla dominence. Although Sevilla are already through top spot hasn't been secured yet which will go to the Romanians should they win and Sevilla lose in two weeks time.
Barcelona:
Barcelona came out on top against Inter Milan. The 2-0 scoreline was enough to see Barcelona move top with just one game left in the group away to Dynamo Kiyv in two weeks time. Goals from Gerard Piqué and Pedro Rodríguez were enough for Barcelona.
Real Madrid:
Real Madrid took a top spot in their group ahead of aC Milan after a 1-0 win over Swiss champions FC Zurich. The Swiss came to Madrid with three points on their minds and only for a Gonzalo Higuaín strike they would've got one. Chances for Madrid were not taking and Marcelo hit the post but a deserved victory that also saw Cristiano Ronaldo return after a month and a half on the sidelines.
Atlético Madrid:
Atlético were pushed all the way by Cypriot champions APOEL Nicosia. The hosts took the lead through Nenad Mirosavljevic. Atlético though kept in the game and got their rewards when Simao slotted home. The results means the Europa League place is still not decided.
Sevilla:
Sevilla travelled to Romania looking for the result that would secure top spot and that didn't happen. The Romanians have shown this season they can cut it in Europe and took a massive scalp here. An Ivica Dragutinovic own goal was the difference on the night despite a 2nd half of Sevilla dominence. Although Sevilla are already through top spot hasn't been secured yet which will go to the Romanians should they win and Sevilla lose in two weeks time.
Monday, November 23, 2009
La Liga Table 23rd November 2009
1 | Real Madrid | 11 | 28 |
2 | Barcelona | 11 | 27 |
3 | Sevilla | 11 | 25 |
4 | Valencia | 11 | 24 |
5 | Deportivo | 11 | 22 |
6 | Real Mallorca | 11 | 20 |
7 | Sporting Gijón | 11 | 17 |
8 | Athletic Bilbao | 11 | 17 |
9 | Getafe | 11 | 15 |
10 | Espanyol | 11 | 13 |
11 | Villarreal | 11 | 12 |
12 | Osasuna | 11 | 12 |
13 | Almería | 11 | 12 |
14 | Real Zaragoza | 11 | 12 |
15 | Real Valladolid | 11 | 10 |
16 | Tenerife | 11 | 10 |
17 | Racing Santander | 11 | 7 |
18 | Atlético Madrid | 11 | 7 |
19 | Xerez | 11 | 7 |
20 | Málaga | 11 | 6 |
Osasuna 1-3 Valencia
Champions League chasing Valencia re-claimed 4th place having lost it on Saturday night thanks to Deportivo's success. It took just twelve minutes for David Villa to make his mark on the game by giving Valencia the lead before David Albelda made it 2-0 eight minutes later.
Carlos Marchena's goal on 56 minutes made ti 3-0 and game safe for Valencia despite, Iranian Massoud Shojaei pulling a goal back for the hosts on 68 minutes, having gone down to ten men three minutes before with Walter Pandiani.
To make matters worse for the hosts they were reduced to nine-men when Miguel Flano was shown red in added time.
Carlos Marchena's goal on 56 minutes made ti 3-0 and game safe for Valencia despite, Iranian Massoud Shojaei pulling a goal back for the hosts on 68 minutes, having gone down to ten men three minutes before with Walter Pandiani.
To make matters worse for the hosts they were reduced to nine-men when Miguel Flano was shown red in added time.
Málaga 1-1 Real Zaragoza
Bottom club Málaga earned a point at home to a Real Zaragoza side that might be disappointed not to get all three.
It was the visitors who struck first though with Brazilian Ewerthon converting a 49th minute penalty. The visitors were down to ten-men when Javier Paredes was ent-off for a 2nd yellow. Two minutes later Weligton was shown red for the home side as both sides now had ten-men.
Málaga levelled up on 74 minutes through Iván Hernández which earned Málaga the point. Málaga despite this point still bottom.
It was the visitors who struck first though with Brazilian Ewerthon converting a 49th minute penalty. The visitors were down to ten-men when Javier Paredes was ent-off for a 2nd yellow. Two minutes later Weligton was shown red for the home side as both sides now had ten-men.
Málaga levelled up on 74 minutes through Iván Hernández which earned Málaga the point. Málaga despite this point still bottom.
Xerez 0-0 Sporting Gijón
Both sides earned a point in a game that won't live long in the memory. Sporting Gijón had been expect to get three points here but were held by their Andalusian opponents Xerez. The newly-promoted side remain 19th with seven points. Sporting though are 7th.
Villarreal 3-1 Real Valladolid
Onwards and upwards for Villarreal after they secured three points at home to Real Valladolid. The hosts were ahead after just seven minutes thanks to Nilmar's strike. Nilmar in fine form having scored for Brazil against England last week. It was the Brazilian who made ti 2-0 Villarreal on 48 minutes before fan favourite Giusseppe Rossi made it 3-0 on 57 minutes.
The visitors pulled one back on the hour-mark thanks to Diego. Villarreal move up to 11th.
The visitors pulled one back on the hour-mark thanks to Diego. Villarreal move up to 11th.
Real Mallorca 3-1 Almería
Real Mallorca won again thanks to a 3-1 success over Almería. The Islanders are 6th in the table with 20 points from their 11 games so far this campaign. Almería though did give Real Mallorca a scare. The hosts took the lead after just three minutes of the 2nd half placed, through Gonzalo Castro.
Almería though were level on 77 minutes before Real Mallorca re-took the lead thanks to Victor's strike with a minute left. Real made sure of the three points when Castro got his 2nd goal of the afternoon.
Almería though were level on 77 minutes before Real Mallorca re-took the lead thanks to Victor's strike with a minute left. Real made sure of the three points when Castro got his 2nd goal of the afternoon.
Espanyol 0-2 Getafe
Espanyol suffered defeat at home to Madrid side Getafe. It wasn't until the final eleven minutes that the game's first goal went in. Casquero with the opening with 11 minutes remaining. Getafe made it 2-0 in added time when PEdro Rios found the net.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
La Liga Preview 22nd November
After Real Madrid re-claimed top spot from Barcelona last night attention turns to the bottom half of the table. A few teams continue to struggle while Villarreal look for another win.
Espanyol v Getafe: 17:00:
Espanyol play Getafe with both needing points to move up the table. Espanyol are 9th comming into the game while Getafe are three places behind them. A win for either could move them into 8th place.
Real Mallorca v Almería: 17:00:
Real Mallorca are currently 6th and need the points to remain there tonight. Visitors Almería need the points to improve on their current position of 11th. The Islanders are in fine form and another win will do nicely.
Villarreal v Real Valladolid: 17:00:
The Yellow Submarine face another key game as they aim to climb the table on the back of their poor form earlier in the season. Defeated 3-2 at Sevilla last time out, Villarreal need victory over Real Valladolid to move into 13th depending on other results. Valladolid themselves haven't set the world alight and are just two places better off than the hosts.
Xerez v Sporting Gijón: 17:00:
This is a game that Sporting should win to ove into the top six. Xerez may be bottom but will have the desire to get points on the board soon. 19th at the moment the Andalusians will be going to Gijón with three points on their mind.
Málaga v Real Zaragoza: 19:00:
Bottom of the table and in need of points, Málaga come into this game on the back of a 2-2 draw away to Tenerife two weeks ago. Real Zaragoza will be though to beat and currently lie in 13th place.
Osasuna v Valencia: 21:00:
Valencia know that a win will move them back into 4th place but they also know that Osasuna have held Barcelona in Pamplona and will be a though nut to crack. The Basques also lie in 10th and are looking good at home. Valencia will hope the big names will shine.
Espanyol v Getafe: 17:00:
Espanyol play Getafe with both needing points to move up the table. Espanyol are 9th comming into the game while Getafe are three places behind them. A win for either could move them into 8th place.
Real Mallorca v Almería: 17:00:
Real Mallorca are currently 6th and need the points to remain there tonight. Visitors Almería need the points to improve on their current position of 11th. The Islanders are in fine form and another win will do nicely.
Villarreal v Real Valladolid: 17:00:
The Yellow Submarine face another key game as they aim to climb the table on the back of their poor form earlier in the season. Defeated 3-2 at Sevilla last time out, Villarreal need victory over Real Valladolid to move into 13th depending on other results. Valladolid themselves haven't set the world alight and are just two places better off than the hosts.
Xerez v Sporting Gijón: 17:00:
This is a game that Sporting should win to ove into the top six. Xerez may be bottom but will have the desire to get points on the board soon. 19th at the moment the Andalusians will be going to Gijón with three points on their mind.
Málaga v Real Zaragoza: 19:00:
Bottom of the table and in need of points, Málaga come into this game on the back of a 2-2 draw away to Tenerife two weeks ago. Real Zaragoza will be though to beat and currently lie in 13th place.
Osasuna v Valencia: 21:00:
Valencia know that a win will move them back into 4th place but they also know that Osasuna have held Barcelona in Pamplona and will be a though nut to crack. The Basques also lie in 10th and are looking good at home. Valencia will hope the big names will shine.
Athletic Bilbao 1-1 Barcelona
Athletic Bilbao earned a point for their efforts. Barcelona had come into this game looking for three points ahead of the Champions League game against Inter Milan.
Daniel Alves gave the visitors the lead after 54 minutes but that lead was cancelled out by Toquero who levelled on 63 minutes. The point means Barcelona fall of the top.
Athletic Bilbao: Gorka Iraizoz (g.k): Andoni Iraola, Fernando Amorebieta, Ustaritz, Koikili, Carlos Gurpegi, Yeste, Markei Susaeta, Javí Martínez, Pablo Orbaiz, Fernando Llorente subs: Armando (g.k): Xabier Castillo, Mikel San José, Igor Gabilondo, Óscar De Marcos, Inigo Vélez, Gaizka Toquero
Barcelona: Victor Valdés (g.k): Maxwell, Daniel Alves, Dmytro Chygynskiy, Gerard Piqué, Xavi, Seydou Keita, Andrés Iniesta, Sergio Busquets, Lionel Messi, Pedro subs: José Pinto (g.k): Carles Puyol, Andreu Fontas, Jeffren Suarez, Thierry Henry, Bojan Krkic, Jonathan Dos Santos
Daniel Alves gave the visitors the lead after 54 minutes but that lead was cancelled out by Toquero who levelled on 63 minutes. The point means Barcelona fall of the top.
Athletic Bilbao: Gorka Iraizoz (g.k): Andoni Iraola, Fernando Amorebieta, Ustaritz, Koikili, Carlos Gurpegi, Yeste, Markei Susaeta, Javí Martínez, Pablo Orbaiz, Fernando Llorente subs: Armando (g.k): Xabier Castillo, Mikel San José, Igor Gabilondo, Óscar De Marcos, Inigo Vélez, Gaizka Toquero
Barcelona: Victor Valdés (g.k): Maxwell, Daniel Alves, Dmytro Chygynskiy, Gerard Piqué, Xavi, Seydou Keita, Andrés Iniesta, Sergio Busquets, Lionel Messi, Pedro subs: José Pinto (g.k): Carles Puyol, Andreu Fontas, Jeffren Suarez, Thierry Henry, Bojan Krkic, Jonathan Dos Santos
Real Madrid 1-0 Racing Santander
Real Madrid narrowly defeated Racing Santander. Just like last season in this fixture only one goal was needed to earn three points for Real Madrid. Argentine Gonzalo Higuaín scored the only goal of the game after 22 minutes. Real Madrid go top after this result.
Real Madrid: Iker Casillas (g.k), Pepe, Ezequiel Garay, Marcelo, Alvaro Arbeloa, Xabi Alonso, Esteban Granero, Royston Drenthe, Kaká, Karim Benzema, Gonzalo Higuaín subs: Jerzy Dudek (g.k): Christoph Metzelder, Raúl Albiol, Mahamadou Diarra, Fernando Gago, Rafael Van Der Vaart, Raúl
Racing Santander: Antonio Tono (g.k): Pablo Pinillos, Marc Torrejón, Nasief Morris, Christian Fernandez, Gonzalo Colsa, Medhi Lacen, Luís García, Óscar Serrano, Pedro Munitis, Mohammed Tchité subs: Fabio Coltori (g.k): José Moratón, Henrique, Papa Diop, Sergio Canales, Alex Geijo, Xisco
Real Madrid: Iker Casillas (g.k), Pepe, Ezequiel Garay, Marcelo, Alvaro Arbeloa, Xabi Alonso, Esteban Granero, Royston Drenthe, Kaká, Karim Benzema, Gonzalo Higuaín subs: Jerzy Dudek (g.k): Christoph Metzelder, Raúl Albiol, Mahamadou Diarra, Fernando Gago, Rafael Van Der Vaart, Raúl
Racing Santander: Antonio Tono (g.k): Pablo Pinillos, Marc Torrejón, Nasief Morris, Christian Fernandez, Gonzalo Colsa, Medhi Lacen, Luís García, Óscar Serrano, Pedro Munitis, Mohammed Tchité subs: Fabio Coltori (g.k): José Moratón, Henrique, Papa Diop, Sergio Canales, Alex Geijo, Xisco
Tenerife 1-2 Sevilla
Sevilla remain 3rd after beating Tenerife 2-1 here. Tenerife meanwhile remain 15th after this defeat. Sevilla made the trip to the Canary Islands looking for a win to keep pace with Real Madrid and Barcelona.
Diego Perotti gave the visitors the lead after 32 minutes before Renato made it 2-0 three minutes after half-time. Sevilla kept the home side out until Nino found the net on 76 minutes.
Tenerife: Sergio Aragoneses (g.k): Pablo Sicillia, Ezequiel Luna, Mikel Alonso, Román Martínez, Omar Ramos, Brito, Manolo Martínez, Juanlu, Nino, Carlos Bellvis subs: Luís García (g.k): Aitor Nunez, Richi, Ayoze, Gaizka Saizar, Dinei, Angel Rodríguez
Sevilla: Javí Varas (g.k): Sebastian Squillaci, Fernando Navarro, Abdoulay Konko, Didier Zokora, Jesús Navas, Diego Perotti, Renato, Frédéric Kanouté, Luís Fabiano, Marc Hernandez subs: Dani Jiménez (g.k): Lolo, Manuel Redondo, Romaric, Diego Capel, Alvaro Negredo, José Fernandez
Diego Perotti gave the visitors the lead after 32 minutes before Renato made it 2-0 three minutes after half-time. Sevilla kept the home side out until Nino found the net on 76 minutes.
Tenerife: Sergio Aragoneses (g.k): Pablo Sicillia, Ezequiel Luna, Mikel Alonso, Román Martínez, Omar Ramos, Brito, Manolo Martínez, Juanlu, Nino, Carlos Bellvis subs: Luís García (g.k): Aitor Nunez, Richi, Ayoze, Gaizka Saizar, Dinei, Angel Rodríguez
Sevilla: Javí Varas (g.k): Sebastian Squillaci, Fernando Navarro, Abdoulay Konko, Didier Zokora, Jesús Navas, Diego Perotti, Renato, Frédéric Kanouté, Luís Fabiano, Marc Hernandez subs: Dani Jiménez (g.k): Lolo, Manuel Redondo, Romaric, Diego Capel, Alvaro Negredo, José Fernandez
Deportivo 2-1 Atlético Madrid
Deportivo hit a dramatic late winner that keeps Atlético Madrid in the relegation zone. It started so well for the visitors, who ahead after just three minutes after Sergio Aguero found the net. Diego Colotto levelled for the Galicians after 22 minutes and from there on it was anyones game.
It looked liek heading for a draw until Cleber Santana conceded a last minute penlaty which was converted by Mexican Andrés Guardado. Three valuble points for the hosts.
Deportivo: Daniel Aranzubia (g.k): Manuel Pablo, Alberto Lopo, Daniel Colotto, Andrés Guardado, Juan Rodríguez, Luis Filipe, Mista, Riki, Lassad Nouioui, Tomas Antonio subs: Manuel Fernández, Zé Castro, Juan Domínguez, Laure, Juan Carlos Valerón, Pablo Alvarez, Adrian
Atlético Madrid: Sergio Asenjo (g.k): Antonio López, Pablo Ibanez, Alvaro Domínguez, Luís Perea, Maxí Rodríguez, Raúl García, Paulo Assuncao, Jurado, Florent Sinama-Pongolle, Sergio Aguero subs: David De Gea (g.k): Simao, José Antonio Reyes, Cleber Santana, Ignacio Camacho, Juan Valera, Diego Forlán
It looked liek heading for a draw until Cleber Santana conceded a last minute penlaty which was converted by Mexican Andrés Guardado. Three valuble points for the hosts.
Deportivo: Daniel Aranzubia (g.k): Manuel Pablo, Alberto Lopo, Daniel Colotto, Andrés Guardado, Juan Rodríguez, Luis Filipe, Mista, Riki, Lassad Nouioui, Tomas Antonio subs: Manuel Fernández, Zé Castro, Juan Domínguez, Laure, Juan Carlos Valerón, Pablo Alvarez, Adrian
Atlético Madrid: Sergio Asenjo (g.k): Antonio López, Pablo Ibanez, Alvaro Domínguez, Luís Perea, Maxí Rodríguez, Raúl García, Paulo Assuncao, Jurado, Florent Sinama-Pongolle, Sergio Aguero subs: David De Gea (g.k): Simao, José Antonio Reyes, Cleber Santana, Ignacio Camacho, Juan Valera, Diego Forlán
Saturday, November 21, 2009
La Liga Preview 21st November
Back after the international break the league plays host to what could be a vital weekend with both Real Madrid and Barcelona in action.
Deportivo v Atlético Madrid: 18:00:
Atlético Madrid visit Galicia to play Deportivo in a game that is a must-win for the Madrid side. Currently in the relegation zone, Atlético need to pick up points if they are to challenge for European places for next season. Deportivo themselves are going strong in 5th but also need the points to move up into the top 4 for tonight at least.
Tenerife v Sevilla: 18:00:
Sevilla go to Tenerife knowing that they are the favourites to win. Tenerife have been better at home than away and will pose a treat to the Andalusians. Tenerife, held by Málaga in their last game two weeks ago need the points to move away from the drop zone.
Real Madrid v Racing Santander: 20:00:
Real Madrid have an oppertunity to go top of the league for a few hours before Barcelona play. Racing Santander are the visitors this week who are 17th in the league and struggling so far. Racing's new boss Miguel Portugal has hardly had any time to settle in having taken charge during the week. Raúl Albiol, Van Nistelrooy, Lassana Diarra and Cristiano Ronaldo are all out for the hosts.
Athletic Bilbao v Barcelona: 22:00:
A vital game for the visitors as they will be aiming to hold onto their lead at the top with victory in Bilbao. The Basques will be no pushovers as the San Mamés is a tough place to get a result. The visitors are without Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Éric Abidal, Rafael Márquez and Yaya Touré tonight while the hosts are waiting on Fernando Llorente and Gaizka Toquero, who face fitness tests today.
Deportivo v Atlético Madrid: 18:00:
Atlético Madrid visit Galicia to play Deportivo in a game that is a must-win for the Madrid side. Currently in the relegation zone, Atlético need to pick up points if they are to challenge for European places for next season. Deportivo themselves are going strong in 5th but also need the points to move up into the top 4 for tonight at least.
Tenerife v Sevilla: 18:00:
Sevilla go to Tenerife knowing that they are the favourites to win. Tenerife have been better at home than away and will pose a treat to the Andalusians. Tenerife, held by Málaga in their last game two weeks ago need the points to move away from the drop zone.
Real Madrid v Racing Santander: 20:00:
Real Madrid have an oppertunity to go top of the league for a few hours before Barcelona play. Racing Santander are the visitors this week who are 17th in the league and struggling so far. Racing's new boss Miguel Portugal has hardly had any time to settle in having taken charge during the week. Raúl Albiol, Van Nistelrooy, Lassana Diarra and Cristiano Ronaldo are all out for the hosts.
Athletic Bilbao v Barcelona: 22:00:
A vital game for the visitors as they will be aiming to hold onto their lead at the top with victory in Bilbao. The Basques will be no pushovers as the San Mamés is a tough place to get a result. The visitors are without Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Éric Abidal, Rafael Márquez and Yaya Touré tonight while the hosts are waiting on Fernando Llorente and Gaizka Toquero, who face fitness tests today.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Copa Del Rey 2nd Leg Preview
The 4th Round concludes tonight as Almería host Hércules. Hércules lead 2-1 from the 1st leg but a 1-0 victory for the hosts will see them through tonight.
- Almería v Hércules
Copa Del Rey 2nd Legs 11th November 2009
Rayo Vallecano caused the biggest upset of the round last night as they progress at Athletic Bilbao's expense. While Getafe, Real Mallorca and Racing Santander also progressed to the 5th round last night.
- Espanyol 1-1 Getafe
- Athletic Bilbao 2-2 Rayo Vallecano
- Real Mallorca 1-0 Real Valladolid
- Racing Santander 4-1 Salamanca
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Copa Del Rey 2nd Legs Preview
Four games tonight from the Copa Del Rey with the pick of them being Espanyol v Getafe. These two La Liga sides square up to each other on the back of a few good results.
Elsewhere Real Mallorca host Real Valladolid, Athletic Bilbao host Rayo Vallecano and Salamanca go to Racing Santander.
Elsewhere Real Mallorca host Real Valladolid, Athletic Bilbao host Rayo Vallecano and Salamanca go to Racing Santander.
- Espanyol v Getafe (20:00)
- Athletic Bilbao v Rayo Vallecano (21:00)
- Real Mallorca v Real Valladolid (21:00)
- Racing Santander v Salamanca (21:00)
Copa Del Rey 2nd Legs 10th November 2009
Barcelona made their passage to the next round look easy after a dominent display. Two goals from Bojan Krkic were followed by goals from Pedro, Lionel Messi and Xavi as Barcelona won 5-0 on the night against Cultural Leonesa.
Real Madrid are out at this stage yet again after they failed to recover from the 4-0 loss two weeks ago against Alcorcón. Just one was scored at the Bernebeu by Rafael Van Der Vaart eight minutes from time.
Elsewhere Atlético Madrid made short work of UD Marbella by winning 6-0 just the result for Quique Sánchez Flores.
Sporting Gijón crashed out after a penalty shoot-out defeat against Recreativo. Sevilla are also through after a 5-1 win over Ciudad Lorqui. A 2-2 draw was enough for Valencia to sneak through against Alcoyano while Deportivo also narrowly made it through by 1-0 against Real Murcia.
Celta Vigo dumped Tenerife out after a 1-0 on the Canary islands. Osasuna assured their place in the next round after finishing the job 1-0 against Xerez.
Málaga made their place as well after Real Zaragoza lost via away goals following a 0-0 draw in the 2nd leg.
Real Madrid are out at this stage yet again after they failed to recover from the 4-0 loss two weeks ago against Alcorcón. Just one was scored at the Bernebeu by Rafael Van Der Vaart eight minutes from time.
Elsewhere Atlético Madrid made short work of UD Marbella by winning 6-0 just the result for Quique Sánchez Flores.
Sporting Gijón crashed out after a penalty shoot-out defeat against Recreativo. Sevilla are also through after a 5-1 win over Ciudad Lorqui. A 2-2 draw was enough for Valencia to sneak through against Alcoyano while Deportivo also narrowly made it through by 1-0 against Real Murcia.
Celta Vigo dumped Tenerife out after a 1-0 on the Canary islands. Osasuna assured their place in the next round after finishing the job 1-0 against Xerez.
Málaga made their place as well after Real Zaragoza lost via away goals following a 0-0 draw in the 2nd leg.
- Valencia 2-2 Alcoyano
- Villarreal 1-0 UD Puertollano
- Atlético Madrid 6-0 UD Marbella
- Málaga 0-0 Real Zaragoza
- Osasuna 1-0 Xerez
- Tenerife 0-1 Celta Vigo
- Deportivo 0-0 Real Murcia
- Sporting Gijón 1-1 Recreativo
- Sevilla 5-1 Ciudad Lorqui
- Real Madrid 1-0 Alcoyano
- Barcelona 5-0 Cultural Leonesa
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Copa Del Rey 2nd Legs Preview
The Copa Del Rey resumes tonight with no less than eleven ties. The pick of the bunch includes Real Madrid's task of overcoming Alcorcón. 4-0 down from the 1st leg Real need five tonight to progress.
Barcelona are at home to Deportiva Leonesa as they look to progress. Valencia host Alcoyano while Sevilla are also at home to Ciudad De Lorqui.
Barcelona are at home to Deportiva Leonesa as they look to progress. Valencia host Alcoyano while Sevilla are also at home to Ciudad De Lorqui.
- Valencia v Alcoyano (19:00)
- Villarreal v UD Puertollano (19:00)
- Atlético Madrid v UD Marbella (19:00)
- Málaga v Real Zaragoza (20:00)
- Osasuna v Xerez (20:00)
- Tenerife v Celta Vigo (20:00)
- Deportivo v Real Murcia (20:00)
- Sporting Gijón v Recreativo (20:00)
- Sevilla v Ciudad De Lorqui (20:00)
- Real Madrid v Alcorcón (20:00)
- Barcelona v Deportiva Leonesa (22:00)
Monday, November 9, 2009
La Liga Table November 9th 2009
1 | Barcelona | 10 | 26 |
2 | Real Madrid | 10 | 25 |
3 | Sevilla | 10 | 22 |
4 | Valencia | 10 | 21 |
5 | Deportivo | 10 | 19 |
6 | Real Mallorca | 10 | 17 |
7 | Sporting Gijón | 10 | 16 |
8 | Athletic Bilbao | 10 | 16 |
9 | Espanyol | 10 | 13 |
10 | Osasuna | 10 | 12 |
11 | Almería | 10 | 12 |
12 | Getafe | 10 | 12 |
13 | Real Zaragoza | 10 | 11 |
14 | Real Valladolid | 10 | 10 |
15 | Tenerife | 10 | 10 |
16 | Villarreal | 10 | 9 |
17 | Racing Santander | 10 | 7 |
18 | Atlético Madrid | 10 | 7 |
19 | Xerez | 10 | 6 |
20 | Málaga | 10 | 5 |
Sevilla 3-2 Villarreal
An entertaining game in the Estádio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuan as Sevilla maintained 3rd place with a 3-2 win over Villarreal. Villarreal who had put five past Tenerife last week and another four past Lazio on Thursday looked like getting something from this game.
Luís Fabiano gave the hosts a 9th minute lead which was cancelled out by Robert Pirés, who also scored last week.
David Fuster gave the Yellow Submarine the lead on the hour-mark to silence the crowd. However the crowd were singing again as Luís Fabiano made the most of his chance a minute later.
Five minutes later Frédéric Kanouté put Sevilla back in front. One talking-point was Diego Perotti's corners during the 2nd half in which he was taking them a yard outside the quadrant.
Luís Fabiano gave the hosts a 9th minute lead which was cancelled out by Robert Pirés, who also scored last week.
David Fuster gave the Yellow Submarine the lead on the hour-mark to silence the crowd. However the crowd were singing again as Luís Fabiano made the most of his chance a minute later.
Five minutes later Frédéric Kanouté put Sevilla back in front. One talking-point was Diego Perotti's corners during the 2nd half in which he was taking them a yard outside the quadrant.
Valencia 3-1 Real Zaragoza
Valencia remain 4th after beating Real Zaragoza in the evening kick-off before 3rd placed Sevilla played Villarreal.
Juan Mata opened the scoring for Los Che on 17 minutes before top scorer David Villa made it 2-0 on 40 minutes. A minute later Pablo Hérnandez, enjoying a great season so far made it 3-0.
Abel Aguilar pulled one back for the visitors on 65 minutes.
Juan Mata opened the scoring for Los Che on 17 minutes before top scorer David Villa made it 2-0 on 40 minutes. A minute later Pablo Hérnandez, enjoying a great season so far made it 3-0.
Abel Aguilar pulled one back for the visitors on 65 minutes.
Almería 2-0 Osasuna
Almería are mid-table but did get their 3rd victory of the season thanks to an own goal from Josetxo and Kalu Uche's strike.
Josetxo put through his own net after just three minutes before Kalu Uche made sure of the win in added time.
Osasuna in 10th with 12 points.
Josetxo put through his own net after just three minutes before Kalu Uche made sure of the win in added time.
Osasuna in 10th with 12 points.
Racing Santander 0-2 Athletic Bilbao
Athletic Bilbao are another side lying in the top half after another victory away to Racing. Having drew 1-1 on Thursday against Nacional, Athletic were looking to follow that with a victory.
The victory they got with Carlos Gurpegi giving them the lead on 31 minutes. 75 minutes in and Andoni Iraola converted a penalty for 2-0. Iraola, who made the Spain squad last month continues his fine season.
Racing in 17th while Athletic are up to 8th.
The victory they got with Carlos Gurpegi giving them the lead on 31 minutes. 75 minutes in and Andoni Iraola converted a penalty for 2-0. Iraola, who made the Spain squad last month continues his fine season.
Racing in 17th while Athletic are up to 8th.
Sporting Gijón 1-0 Espanyol
Sporting Gijón's good start continues after they got another three points at home to Espanyol, who themselves are having a good start.
Croatian Maté Bilic scored the only goal after three minutes to secure their 4th win of the season.
Espanyol slip to 9th while Sporting are now 7th just outside the Europa league places.
Croatian Maté Bilic scored the only goal after three minutes to secure their 4th win of the season.
Espanyol slip to 9th while Sporting are now 7th just outside the Europa league places.
Real Valladolid 0-0 Xerez
Xerez continue to pick up points here and there and held Real Valladolid to a 0-0 draw. Xerez, the favourites for the drop have been going better than expect and with this point are in 19th. Real Valladolid move into 14th.
David Prieto was sent-off in added time for Xerez who held on for the point.
David Prieto was sent-off in added time for Xerez who held on for the point.
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