Alex Kirkland Rodrigo Faez May 25, 2023, 11:44 AM ET LaLiga president Javier Tebas said on Thursday that he is concerned about the reputational damage suffered by the league over racist abuse aimed at Vinicius, and said he would support points deductions as a punishment to deal with the problem. Tebas has faced widespread criticism … Read more
Sid Lowe, Spain writerMay 24, 2023, 08:30 AM ET MADRID, Spain — “Sometimes you think: ‘bloody hell, how are we where we are with what we have?’” In a line, Alvaro Garcia, the joint-fastest player in LaLiga last season, sums it up. On Wednesday, Rayo Vallecano go to the Santiago Bernabeu to face Real Madrid. … Read more
Antoine Griezmann registered a pair of assists in Atletico Madrid’s 5-2 win over Real Valladolid on Sunday. CESAR MANSO/AFP via Getty Images Turquoise boots, pink and peroxide hair, fluorescent orange strip, white-hot form. That was Antoine Griezmann last weekend, again, as his Atletico Madrid stuck five past Real Valladolid and maintained the pressure on Real Madrid … Read more
6:03 AM ET Alex KirklandESPN FC MADRID — It is one of Spanish football’s most spine-tingling experiences. The stadium is filling up, fans excitedly taking their seats ahead of the game. The air buzzes with anticipation as the teams prepare to take to the pitch. Scarves are held aloft; traditional snacks like pipas (sunflower seeds,) … Read more
Mamadou Fall has made a total of 25 MLS appearances for LAFC, scoring five goals. Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports Los Angeles FC is finalizing a deal to loan defender Mamadou Fall to LaLiga side Villarreal, a league source with knowledge of the deal confirmed to ESPN. Fall had previously trained with Villarreal’s U-17 and U-19 … Read more