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La Liga kept fans on edge this week. Real Betis grabbed a 1‑0 win over Alavés thanks to a sharp strike from Giovani Lo Celso that slipped through the defense just before halftime. Goalkeeper Pau López kept a clean sheet, and the victory pushes Betis up to four points from two games.
Barcelona showed why they’re still a force, thumping Real Sociedad 4‑0 at Camp Nou after an early red card left the visitors with ten men. The Spaniards dominated possession, and every striker got a look on goal. That win puts Barça back on top of the table.
In the CHAN tournament, South Africa fought back to draw 1‑1 with Algeria, ending the Algerian unbeaten run in Group C. The match turned into a nail‑biter, with both sides needing points for the next round.
West African politics also made headlines as Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger split from ECOWAS, reshaping regional cooperation—something fans of the sport keep an eye on because political shifts can affect tournament hosting and player movement across borders.
Meanwhile, Ghana is gearing up for a crucial World Cup qualifier against Chad at Accra Sports Stadium. The Black Stars already have nine points in Group I and will look to extend their lead.
Across the Atlantic, Brentford’s pre‑season hit a snag when Yoane Wissa vanished unexpectedly, forcing the squad to shuffle tactics just before friendlies begin.
And over in England, Chelsea snatched a 1‑0 win over Manchester United thanks to Marc Cucurella’s decisive header. The result shook up the Premier League top‑four race and gave Chelsea a boost for their Champions League ambitions.
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Real Madrid concluded their U.S. tour with a 2-1 victory over Chelsea at the Bank of America Stadium in North Carolina. Chelsea's U.S. pre-season tour continues to pose challenges with only one win against Club America and losses to Celtic and Manchester City. Key players on both sides were missing due to injuries and commitments to international tournaments.
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