Manchester City's Dominance in the Derby, Liverpool's Late Heroics, and Real Madrid's Referee Woes
A comprehensive review of the weekend's football action, including Manchester City's derby win, Liverpool's late penalty, and Real Madrid's referee controversies.

Manchester City's Big Men Shine in Derby Victory
Erling Haaland was the star of the show, scoring twice and nearly adding two more to his tally. The newly arrived Gianluigi Donnarumma made crucial saves, including a game-changing stop in the second half. Pep Guardiola's emphasis on athleticism and energy over technique and creativity was evident, showcasing his willingness to evolve his tactics.
Liverpool's Late Penalty Seals Victory
Liverpool maintained their perfect start to the season with a 93rd-minute penalty from Mohamed Salah. Despite a lackluster performance, the Reds managed to secure three points, highlighting their resilience and ability to grind out results.
Real Madrid's Referee Controversy
Real Madrid's win over Real Sociedad was overshadowed by a controversial red card decision. Despite playing with ten men for over an hour, Madrid secured a 2-1 victory, with Kylian Mbappé playing a pivotal role. However, the post-match focus was on the refereeing decisions, with Real Madrid TV launching a scathing critique of the officials.
Juventus' Thrilling Victory Over Inter Milan
Juventus edged out Inter Milan in a seven-goal thriller, with Kenan Yildiz and Hakan Calhanoglu delivering standout performances. The win leaves Juventus top of Serie A, while Inter Milan's Christian Chivu faces mounting pressure after a shaky start to the season.
Arsenal's New-Look Attack
Arsenal's new signings made an immediate impact in a 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest. Eberechi Eze, Viktor Gyökeres, and Noni Madueke were among the standout performers, signaling a bright future for the Gunners under Mikel Arteta.
Quick Hits
- Barcelona: Fermín López's impressive performance in a 6-0 win over Valencia highlighted his value to the team.
- Borussia Dortmund: Serhou Guirassy continued his goal-scoring form, netting in his eighth consecutive Bundesliga appearance.
- Bayern Munich: A comfortable 4-0 win over Hamburg saw Serge Gnabry and Aleksandar Pavlovic shine.
- Napoli: Rasmus Højlund made an immediate impact on his debut, scoring in a 3-1 victory over Fiorentina.
- Paris Saint-Germain: Bradley Barcola's brace secured a win for PSG despite a mounting injury crisis.
- Milan: Luka Modric turned back the clock with a match-winning performance against Bologna.
- Tottenham: A 3-0 win over West Ham marked a positive start to the post-Daniel Levy era.
- Atletico Madrid: A 2-0 victory over Villarreal provided a much-needed boost for Diego Simeone's side.
- Chelsea: Cole Palmer's return from injury was a timely boost, but Chelsea's reliance on him remains a concern.