Madrid win despite Mbappe’s violent red card

Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe was sent off for an ugly lunge as his side beat Alaves 1-0 on Sunday to stay four points behind Barcelona at the top of La Liga.

Newcastle thrash Manchester United

Newcastle shrugged off the absence of manager Eddie Howe, who was admitted to hospital on Friday due to illness, with a second half demolition of struggling United at St. James’ Park.

Van Dijk edges Liverpool towards Premier League title

Virgil van Dijk spared Liverpool’s blushes with a late winner to beat West Ham on Sunday and go to within six points of the Premier League title.

Liga leaders Barca edge Leganes

Barcelona moved seven points clear of Real Madrid at the top of La Liga after a 1-0 win against Leganes on Saturday.

Arsenal held by Brentford as title hopes fade

Arsenal’s faint Premier League title hopes were effectively extinguished as a late equaliser from Yoane Wissa earned Brentford a draw at the Emirates Stadium.

Ancelotti not satisfied with Madrid defenders

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti demanded greater solidity in defence from his team ahead of their visit to face Alaves on Sunday in La Liga.

De Bruyne inspires Man City revival to crush Palace

Manchester City stormed back from two goals down to thrash Crystal Palace 5-2 as Kevin De Bruyne’s masterclass kept alive their top five challenge.

Zirkzee hits back at ‘ridiculous’ Onana criticism

Joshua Zirkzee has slammed “ridiculous” criticism of Andre Onana after the Manchester United goalkeeper’s costly mistakes in the Europa League quarter-final draw.

Havertz to make injury return

Mikel Arteta has revealed Arsenal forward Kai Havertz could return from injury before the end of the season to boost the Gunners’ bid for Champions League glory.

Salah stays: Liverpool’s Egyptian king signs on

Mohamed Salah ended months of speculation over his future by signing a new two-year contract with Premier League leaders Liverpool.