The start of LaLiga hasn't exactly been thrilling, writes Alfredo Relaño. The new arrivals who promised to light up the game in Spain have yet to start delivering.
Alfredo Relaño reflects on a decaffinated Madrid derby in which much was expected of Joao Félix and Eden Hazard but both failed to show up at the Wanda.
ATLÉTICO-REAL MADRID
Madrid derby in the hands of Eden Hazard and Joao Felix
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A Barcelona supporting friend of mine claimed on Saturday: "These performances from Ansu Fati won't be long in curing Messi's injury"...
The weekend in LaLiga was all looking rather boring, until the final game, which was a fantastic exhibition of football.
We were still digesting Luka Modric's red card at Celta, which was in general felt to have been harsh, when Jorge Molina was sent off for a similar incident...
ATLÉTICO MADRID