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29 Matches, Eight Leagues: Sunday’s Early Table Tests

A 29-match Sunday spans eight leagues, led by the Manchester derby and featuring major tests for Barcelona, Bayern München, Flamengo and MLS leaders Vancouver Whitecaps.

15 matches, two leagues and a first-points race across Thursday

A 15-match Thursday spans the opening Champions League league-stage fixtures and a busy MLS regular-season programme, led by Manchester United v Sabah FA and several top-table meetings.

34 Matches, Eight Leagues: Sunday’s Essential Football Guide

A 34-match Sunday spans eight leagues, with Arsenal v Chelsea, top-of-the-table meetings in Argentina and Brazil, and several early-season table tests.

36 matches, eight leagues: Sunday’s table stakes

A 36-match Sunday guide covering eight leagues, with table positions, recent form and the day’s key fixtures.

29 Matches Shape a Packed Saturday Football Schedule

The schedule combines a leading Brazilian fixture between Cruzeiro and Flamengo with meaningful midseason meetings in Brazil, Argentina and MLS. Europe’s opening rounds add fresh table questions, from Espanyol against Real Madrid to Inter’s visit from Monza.

Thursday’s 21-Match Slate: Vancouver–Houston Tops Europa League Play-Off Action

The day combines a packed Europa League play-off schedule with an early La Liga test for Alaves and a full MLS programme. Vancouver Whitecaps v Houston Dynamo provides the standout contest, while Rayo Vallecano v Alaves and Colorado Rapids v Los Angeles FC add further table-focused interest.

Sunday’s 22-Match Football Preview: Key Clashes Across Brazil, Argentina, Spain and MLS

The match not to miss is Corinthians v Cruzeiro, where one point separates two upper-table sides with strong recent records.

Justin Haak completes Los Angeles Galaxy’s 3-2 comeback from 0-2 down

Turning points

Colorado Rapids led 2-0 at halftime through Donavan Phillip and Paxten Aaronson, but Los Angeles Galaxy turned the match around after the break. Galaxy generated more shots and shots on goal despite Colorado’s possession and passing advantage.

Reus Leads Galaxy Comeback from 2-1 Down at Minnesota

Los Angeles Galaxy came from behind to beat Minnesota United FC 3-2, with Marco Reus and Joao Klauss deciding the match after the visitors trailed 2-1 at half-time.

1-1 draw leaves Galaxy two points above Sounders

Los Angeles Galaxy and Seattle Sounders drew 1-1 after Marco Reus’s penalty was cancelled out by Paul Arriola’s late equaliser. Seattle had more possession and shots on target, but J. Marcinkowski’s seven saves helped Los Angeles secure a point.

Vancouver Whitecaps’ 18 shots deliver a 3-0 win over Los Angeles Galaxy

Vancouver Whitecaps beat Los Angeles Galaxy 3-0 at BC Place, with Brian White, Ryan Gauld and Bruno Caicedo scoring as the Western Conference leaders dominated possession and shots.