An eventful weekend of football unfolded with thrilling matches across various leagues, captivating fans worldwide. Real Madrid emerged victorious in a nail-biting El Clasico clash against Barcelona, securing a crucial 3-2 win with a stoppage-time goal by Jude Bellingham. This victory extended Real Madrid's lead in LaLiga to 11 points, showcasing their dominance in the league.
Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen continued their unbeaten streak with a dramatic last-minute draw against Borussia Dortmund, further solidifying their position as a formidable force in European football. In the English Premier League, Arsenal and Liverpool bounced back with impressive wins, setting up an intense battle for the top spot as both teams are tied on 74 points, with Arsenal holding a slight advantage in goal difference.
Inter Milan maintained their lead in Serie A, while the FA Cup final is set to feature a highly anticipated rematch between Manchester City and Manchester United. Notable statistics from the weekend include Bayer Leverkusen breaking Juventus' record for the longest unbeaten streak in Europe's top 5 leagues and Manchester City's remarkable 29-game unbeaten run in all competitions.
In other standout performances, Cole Palmer's goal-scoring prowess for Chelsea, Trent Alexander-Arnold's free-kick expertise for Liverpool, and Iago Aspas' milestone goals in LaLiga highlighted individual achievements during the weekend's action.
The football world also witnessed historic moments such as Real Madrid's perfect record against Barcelona in El Clasico matches this season and Girona's impressive goal-scoring feats in LaLiga. Additionally, Lionel Messi's stellar performance for Inter Miami and Cristiano Ronaldo's absence in Al Nassr's victory added intrigue to the global football landscape.
Overall, the weekend's football spectacle delivered excitement, drama, and memorable moments, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next round of matches across various leagues.