Diego Simeone said the new Champions League format meant his Atletico Madrid team “absolutely had to win” their opening game, after José María Giménez’s 90th minute header gave them a dramatic 2-1 victory over RB Leipzig.
Juventus were held to a 0-0 Serie A draw at Empoli on Saturday as Thiago Motta’s side dropped more points after their goalless home stalemate against AS Roma before the international break.
Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor have been granted temporary playing registrations as Spain’s top sports court continues to analyse Barcelona’s case against LaLiga and the Spanish Football Federation [RFEF].
