Five things we learned in european football this weekend
Here are five things we learned from European football this weekend:
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Manchester City's title challenge is far from over: Despite losing 2-0 to Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester City's title hopes are still alive. Pep Guardiola's side has a game in hand over Liverpool and can still catch up with a strong run-in. The defeat was a setback, but City's quality and depth mean they can still mount a serious challenge.
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Barcelona's struggles continue: Barcelona's 1-0 loss to Real Sociedad was their third defeat in five La Liga games. The team's lack of depth and injuries to key players like Lionel Messi and Ansu Fati are taking a toll. Ernesto Valverde's job is under pressure, and the team needs to turn things around quickly to avoid a disastrous season.
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Juventus' title hopes are fading: Juventus' 2-1 loss to Napoli has left them 10 points behind Serie A leaders Inter Milan. The Old Lady's title hopes are dwindling, and the team's aging squad is showing signs of decline. Maurizio Sarri's tactics are also being questioned, and the team needs to find a way to turn things around quickly.
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Liverpool's defense is still a concern: Liverpool's 2-1 win over Bournemouth was a welcome three points, but the Reds' defense is still a major concern. The team has conceded 12 goals in their last five games, and the absence of Virgil van Dijk is being felt. Jürgen Klopp needs to find a solution to shore up his team's defense if they are to win the title.
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Paris Saint-Germain's Ligue 1 dominance is under threat: PSG's 1-1 draw with Bordeaux has left them just two points clear at the top of Ligue 1. The team's dominance in France is being challenged by Lyon and Monaco, who are both in good form. Thomas Tuchel's side needs to find a way to win consistently if they are to retain their title and avoid a surprise challenge from their rivals.