From Ballon d'Or favorite to Real Madrid bench: What's going on with Vini Jr.?
This time last year, Vinícius Júnior was widely expected to win the Ballon d'Or. Now he's not even guaranteed to start for Real Madrid. What's changed?
Are Real Madrid too reliant on Kylian Mbappé? (1:31)
How Man United's Rashford has revitalized his career at Barcelona
At 27, Marcus Rashford should be entering his prime. And while that appeared unlikely 12 months ago, his move to Barça has seemingly reinvigorated his career.
How did Jude Bellingham perform on his Real Madrid return? (1:36)
Coaches at odds over Madrid's provocative Vinícius
Getafe coach José Bordalás accused Vinícius Júnior of mocking his decision to bring on substitute Allan Nyom -- who was red-carded just 39 seconds later -- as Real Madrid won 1-0 in LaLiga on Sunday.
Madrid win after sub sees red in under a minute
Kylian Mbappé continued his rampant form at the start of the LaLiga season to lead Real Madrid to a 1-0 victory on Sunday and retake top spot in the table.
Miami, CFP mulling plans for Hard Rock conflict
The University of Miami and the College Football Playoff are working on a contingency plan to account for a possible Hard Rock Stadium scheduling conflict if the Hurricanes make the playoff and earn a first-round home game.
Almada scores first Atlético goal to beat Osasuna
Substitute Thiago Almada's first goal for Atlético Madrid edged his side to a narrow LaLiga victory over Osasuna which saw them climb into the top four.
Flick disputes red card in dramatic Barcelona win
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick insisted none of his gestures in Saturday's LaLiga win against Girona were aimed at the referee after he was sent off.
Barça game paused in protest against Miami game
Barcelona players began Saturday's home match against Girona with a 15-second pause after kickoff in protest against their proposed match in Miami.
LALIGA Standings
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real Madrid | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 | +11 | 24 |
| Barcelona | 9 | 7 | 1 | 1 | +14 | 22 |
| Villarreal | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | +6 | 17 |
| Atlético Madrid | 9 | 4 | 4 | 1 | +6 | 16 |
| Real Betis | 9 | 4 | 4 | 1 | +5 | 16 |
| Espanyol | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | +2 | 15 |
| Elche | 9 | 3 | 5 | 1 | +2 | 14 |
| Athletic Club | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 14 |
| Sevilla | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | +2 | 13 |
| Alavés | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | +1 | 12 |
| Rayo Vallecano | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | +1 | 11 |
| Getafe | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | -3 | 11 |
| Osasuna | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | -2 | 10 |
| Valencia | 9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | -4 | 9 |
| Levante | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | -4 | 8 |
| Mallorca | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | -4 | 8 |
| Celta Vigo | 9 | 0 | 7 | 2 | -3 | 7 |
| Real Sociedad | 9 | 1 | 3 | 5 | -5 | 6 |
| Real Oviedo | 9 | 2 | 0 | 7 | -12 | 6 |
| Girona | 9 | 1 | 3 | 5 | -13 | 6 |