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A 41-match guide to Saturday’s football across eight leagues, led by MLS leaders Nashville SC visiting second-placed Inter Miami.

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A 10-match, seven-league guide to Friday’s football, led by PSG’s meeting with second-placed Monaco and featuring major table contrasts across Europe and MLS.

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.

34 matches, seven leagues: Sunday’s table guide

A 34-match Sunday guide led by Palmeiras v Vasco da Gama, with major fixtures across Brazil, Europe, Argentina and MLS.

From Fifth to First: Monaco’s Unbeaten Opening Run in Ligue 1

Form check

Monaco’s unbeaten opening has taken the club from fifth after round 1 to first after round 5. Wins over Marseille, Paris Saint Germain and Lens, a draw at Strasbourg, two clean sheets and leading contributions from Paris Josua Brunner and A. Golovin define the campaign so far.

Monaco stay top after Gradit own goal settles 2-1 win over Lens

Monaco defeated Lens 2-1 at Stade Louis II, with Paris Brunner scoring before Matthieu Udol equalised and Jonathan Gradit’s own goal deciding the match in the 84th minute. The result kept Monaco top of Ligue 1, while Lens stayed 10th.

1-1 Draw Ends Monaco’s Perfect Start at Strasbourg

Strasbourg and Monaco finished 1-1 at Stade de la Meinau, with Sadibou Sane’s listed own goal and Paris Brunner’s second-half strike deciding a draw that ended Monaco’s perfect start.

Monaco Turn Four Shots into a 2-1 Comeback Win over PSG

Monaco came from behind to defeat Paris Saint Germain 2-1 at the Parc des Princes, with Flavio Nazinho and Stanis Idumbo overturning Marcos Aoás Corrêa’s first-half opener.

Paris Brunner’s two goals settle Monaco’s 2-0 win over Marseille

Paris Brunner scored twice as Monaco beat Marseille 2-0 at Stade Louis II, overcoming Marseille’s possession advantage to secure a second consecutive win.

Eric Dier’s 14th-minute goal gives Monaco a 1-0 win at Le Havre

Monaco defeated Le Havre 1-0 in Ligue 1, with Eric Dier scoring from Nazinho’s assist in the 14th minute. Monaco led the key attacking statistics, while goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi Nzau made six saves to keep the contest close.

Monaco Claims Vital Victory Over Marseille in Ligue 1 Showdown

Monaco's 2-1 victory over Marseille not only boosts their league position but also highlights their attacking capabilities. As the season progresses, both teams will need to address their inconsistencies, with Monaco aiming for European football and Marseille striving to secure a Champions League berth.