Here are Six exciting matches to watch this weekend in Europe’s top leagues
As we hurtle towards the end of a year and into a pivotal phase in the 2023/2024 football calendar, the upcoming weekend presents an even more interesting prospect for fans across the globe. Week in and week out, the season continues to unfold like a fascinating drama packed with action, leaving the fans wanting more.
Here are some major highlights of the weekend from Europe’s top leagues.Â
Premier League
The current Premier League table is highly competitive with numerous teams still in intense contention for the title. Last weekend, Arsenal claimed the top spot on the table by narrowly defeating Brentford 1-0, surpassing reigning champions Manchester City. Manchester City is now in second place, trailing by just one point, while Liverpool closely follows in third place with a one-point difference. Aston Villa secured a place in the top four of the Premier League standings with a victory over Tottenham, thanks to Ollie Watkins’ 61st-minute goal. It would be interesting to see the twists and turns that the new weekend holds. Â
- Newcastle vs Manchester United
Despite this, the focus for now is on the upcoming game between Manchester United and Newcastle. With only a one-point difference in favor of Manchester United, the match promises an exciting evening of attacking football, as both teams strive to secure a victory and improve their standings. Catch the action on Saturday, December 2nd, at 8:40 pm.
- Manchester City vs Tottenham
Following an impressive Champions League comeback against RB Leipzig, Manchester City recognizes the significance of establishing domestic dominance in their upcoming match. Having dropped points on both sides of November’s international break, Guardiola’s team aims to capitalize on a Tottenham side experiencing a recent decline. With three consecutive Premier League losses and notable defensive issues, the Spurs have to put in their best to rise back to expectations. The match no doubt promises to be filled with actions. The game will be played at Etihad stadium , on Sunday, December 3rd, at 5:10 pm.
La Liga
Real Madrid dominates the La Liga standings, securing the top position with a commanding 3-0 victory over Cadiz. Girona, once at the helm, managed to secure only a single point in last weekend’s campaign, losing the top spot to the Blancos. Currently tied on points, both teams are poised to intensify their efforts in vying for supremacy in the league table. What other exciting actions are sure to unfold this weekend in the league?
- Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid
Robert Lewandowski, currently ranked fifth in LaLiga with seven goals, and Antoine Griezmann, in second place with nine goals, will face off as FC Barcelona hosts Atletico Madrid on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at 8:30 pm.
In Barcelona’s last game, they secured a 1-1 draw against Rayo Vallecano away from home. Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid claimed a 1-0 home victory over RCD Mallorca on the same day, with Griezmann scoring the decisive goal. Who will take all 3 points this weekend?Â
- Real Madrid vs Granada
Real Madrid will clash with Granada in La Liga this Saturday, December 2, 2023, at Santiago Bernabeu, with kick-off scheduled for 5:30 pm. Following Granada’s recent 3-1 defeat to Deportivo Alaves on November 24, where Myrto Uzuni secured their only goal, there is speculation that Carlo Ancelotti’s team will aim for a decisive victory. Despite Granada’s underwhelming performance this season, the unpredictable nature of football leaves room for uncertainty.Â
Serie A
In Serie A, Inter Milan stands 2 points clear of contenders Juventus, securing the top spot in the league. AC Milan occupies the 3rd position, and Napoli follows closely in the 4th position. As all teams prepares for the 14th match of the season, they will try to earn some points this weekend and to ensure they climb up the ladder. What’s hot for the weekend?
- AC Milan vs Frosinone
AC Milan and Frosinone will clash in a Serie A showdown at San Siro on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 7:45 pm. AC Milan currently holds the third position with 26 points, trailing six points behind Inter after 13 matches. The hosts recently ended a four-game winless streak, securing a 1-0 victory over Fiorentina in their last outing. Frosinone, under Eusebio Di Francesco, returned to winning ways against Genoa at home, placing them in 10th position. However, AC Milan has a strong record of performing well at home, winning and keeping a clean sheet in three of their last five home matches.Â
- Napoli vs Inter Milan
Inter Milan aims to maintain their position at the Serie A summit as they face defending champions Napoli this Sunday at 7:45 pm. In this matchup, two of the finest goal scorers in Serie A football will be on display. Lautaro Martinez leads with 34 Serie A goals since the beginning of last season, closely followed by Victor Osimhen with 32. These two players are natural goalscorers and they will be showcasing their goal-scoring prowess this weekend.Â
Football fans should expect a weekend filled with exciting play, unexpected results, and sheer sporting drama. Tune in to SuperSport on DStv to see all the action, and for on-the-go viewing, catch the action on DStv Stream at no extra cost.
