Kick Off: Real Madrid out of Spanish Super Cup; Jovic back to Frankfurt on loan

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Match Report

Real Madrid 1-2 Athletic Club: Benzema nets but Zidane's men suffer shock defeat

Raul Garcia scored twice as Athletic Bilbao secured a rare 2-1 win over holders Real Madrid to set up a Supercopa de Espana final. Athletic Bilbao will face Barcelona in the final of the Supercopa de Espana after ending Real Madrid's nine-match unbeaten run.

Arsenal 0-0 Crystal Palace: Gunners' winning streak ended in a goalless draw

Arsenal's recent surge up the table has breathed new life into Mikel Arteta's side, changing the entire mood of the club, but they are not yet so transformed that they can just breeze past a team like Crystal Palace.

Top Headlines

OFFICIAL: Luca Jovic rejoins to Frankfurt on loan from Real Madrid

 Luca Jovic returns to Frankfurt on loan from Real Madrid

'Ronaldo told Juve management that he's ready to extend his contract until 2023'

According to Reporter Momblano, Ronaldo has told Juventus management that he's ready to extend his contract until 2023

These things happen

Paul Pogba says players will find another way to celebrate and be happy

Paul Pogba has said players can find another way to "be happy" amid new Premier League protocols regarding goal celebrations.

Chelsea's longest-serving player Lucas Piazon joins Braga after 7 loan spells

Lucas Piazon has signed for Braga in Portugal, after amassing seven loan stints in his 10 years as a Chelsea player.

Solskjaer makes Jesse Lingard transfer decision

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has reportedly made a decision on Jesse Lingard's future.

Zidane's challenge is not letting Hazard become like Kaka

"When he was fit..." were the words of Luka Modric, with his usual good-natured smile and no doubt a touch of the nostalgia the pandemic has infected us all with, when talking about his Real Madrid teammate Eden Hazard.

Real Madrid lack the forward power of Champions League rivals

Real Madrid progressed into the knockout phase of the Champions League with the strange sensation that nobody really believes they can win the tournament.

Koeman casts doubts on Messi being ready for Super Cup final

The Dutch coach claimed that Lionel Messi may not be ready to return for Barcelona in the Supercopa final on Sunday.

Jorge Mendes 'held talks with Arsenal' over Arteta replacement

Super agent Jorge Mendes reportedly held talks with Arsenal over replacing Mikel Arteta with Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo.

What they say

Ter Stegen: I hadn't really studied the penalties

Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen was on top form on Wednesday night as he kept the Catalan club alive during their Supercopa de Espana semi-final against Real Sociedad before becoming the hero in the penalty shootout.

Manchester United: Jason McAteer says EPL leaders are in a 'false position'

Manchester United are in a "false position" at the top of the Premier League and will drop out of the title race as the season progresses, according to former Liverpool midfielder Jason McAteer.

Frank Lampard defends Premier League players amid celebration criticism

Frank Lampard has defended players who have gone against coronavirus guidelines by continuing to celebrate in groups and warned the Premier League's tougher protocols will be difficult to implement.

Riqui Puig: Sealed with a warning kiss

Riqui Puig celebrated his penalty that put Barcelona into the Supercopa de Espana final by looking up to the stands and kissing the badge on his shirt. A clear message: I'm going nowhere.

Pochettino says 'this is only the beginning' after winning first trophy as coach

Mauricio Pochettino believes 'this is only the beginning' after winning the first trophy of his managerial career just 11 days after taking charge at PSG.

In-Depth

Liverpool vs Man Utd centre-backs: Issues for Liverpool, positives for Utd

It would have seemed inconceivable as recently as a few of months ago but when Liverpool and Manchester United meet at Anfield on Sunday, it may be the visitors, not the hosts, who have the best chance of finding weaknesses in their opponent's defence.

Barca presidential election Q&A: Vote could be delayed by Covid lockdown rules

Barcelona moved a step closer to finding out who their new president will be on Monday when four candidates produced a sufficient number of signatures to earn the right to officially stand for election.