Zabiri hat-trick
Racing 3–2 Elche. Yassir Zabiri produced a hat-trick inside the first 36 minutes (15′, 21′, 36′) to put Racing ahead at El Sardinero. Elche replied with Buba Sangaré (78′) and Fer Niño (79′) but could not complete the comeback; Racing held on for an eventful home win.
Source: LALIGA
Boyé stuns Villarreal
Alavés 1–0 Villarreal. Lucas Boyé struck the decisive goal in the 31st minute at Mendizorroza to give Alavés a hard-fought victory over Villarreal. The result keeps the Vitoria side unbeaten in the early rounds and adds three valuable points at the start of the season.
Source: AS
Sarco decides in Tenerife
Tenerife 0–1 Sporting. Sporting de Gijón claimed victory at the Heliodoro as Alejo Sarco scored the only goal, set up by a moment of brilliance from Iosifov. The Asturian side picks up three important away points and climbs in the Hypermotion standings.
Source: AS
Barça win at Camp Nou
FC Barcelona 2–0 Athletic Club. In their LaLiga home opener at Spotify Camp Nou, Barça won 2–0 with goals from Raphinha (37′) and López (82′). The club’s report highlights the team’s recovery session and preparation ahead of the next fixtures after a home victory.
Source: FC Barcelona
Cuti, ten years on
Atlético de Madrid. Cristian ‘Cuti’ Romero marks ten years since his professional debut and was included in the rojiblanca squad for the league match, the feature notes. The piece looks back over his career and outlines the expectations around his role under Simeone.
Source: AS
Mbappé in the spotlight
Real Madrid. Kylian Mbappé is accumulating case for individual honours: the piece examines his strong start to the season and places him among names to watch for the Ballon d’Or after his influential performances for Real Madrid in the opening rounds.
Source: AS