Barcelona delivered a statement performance at the Camp Nou as they dismantled Valencia 6-0 in La Liga, with Fermín Lopez, Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski each scoring twice.
Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal firmly believes he has what it takes to win the Ballon d'Or - not just once, but multiple times - as he sets his sights on football's highest individual honour.
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has admitted his team's poor start to the La Liga season is indefensible, saying there is "no justification" for taking just two points from their opening three matches.
With the 2026 World Cup less than a year away, Brazil's preparations are already taking shape, and Real Madrid forward Rodrygo finds himself under increasing pressure to secure his place in the squad.
Real Madrid have been handed a timely lift with Eduardo Camavinga stepping up his recovery and returning to training at Valdebebas.
Athletic Club defender Yeray Alvarez has been banned for 10 months after testing positive for a banned substance following a Europa League match against Manchester United in May.