La Liga Matchday 2 Results & Today’s Fixtures: Barcelona Win 5-0, Rea…

La Liga Matchday 2 concludes today, Monday 24 August 2026, with eight of the ten fixtures already completed. Barcelona recorded the biggest win of the round so far with a 5-0 victory away to Elche, while Real Madrid beat Espanyol 2-1. The final two games are Osasuna vs Levante at 19:30 SAST and Malaga vs Deportivo La Coruña at 21:30 SAST.

The early results are already adding shape to the title race introduced in the SportPesa South Africa La Liga 2026/27 season preview, with Barcelona and Real Madrid both collecting important wins.

La Liga Matchday 2 results and fixtures

Barcelona make the biggest statement of Matchday 2

Barcelona’s 5-0 away victory over Elche is the standout result of the round so far. The defending champions entered the campaign chasing a third consecutive La Liga title, with Lamine Yamal remaining one of Barcelona’s central attacking figures. A five-goal away win immediately underlines the level their rivals will have to match.

At this early stage of the season, one result does not settle a title race, but Barcelona have already produced the type of emphatic performance that can create momentum.

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Real Madrid leave Espanyol with a 2-1 win

Real Madrid also collected three points, winning 2-1 away to Espanyol. For a side expected to be Barcelona’s strongest challenger, an away victory in the opening weeks keeps the pressure on the champions. SportPesa South Africa has also covered Real Madrid’s 2026 summer rebuild and Vinicius Junior contract extension ahead of the new campaign.

Sevilla win 3-1 away at Athletic Club

Sevilla produced one of Matchday 2’s strongest away results with a 3-1 victory at Athletic Club. For a club expected to compete around the European places, winning away in Bilbao is an important early-season result.

Atletico Madrid and Villarreal share four goals

Atletico Madrid and Villarreal drew 2-2 in one of the round’s most competitive fixtures. Atletico are also part of Spain’s UEFA Champions League contingent, with the wider European picture covered in the SportPesa South Africa 2026/27 Champions League guide.

Other La Liga Matchday 2 results

Real Betis beat Real Sociedad 1-0, Getafe edged Racing Santander by the same scoreline, while Rayo Vallecano and Alaves drew 1-1. Valencia and Celta played out the only goalless draw of the round so far.

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Osasuna vs Levante today: 19:30 SAST

Osasuna finally begin their league campaign at home against Levante, giving El Sadar its first La Liga match of the season. Levante arrive looking for a response after losing 3-0 away to Espanyol in their opening fixture. Fans can check the latest available SportPesa South Africa soccer markets before kick-off.

That makes the first goal particularly important. Osasuna have home advantage and the opportunity to start with a positive result, while Levante need a more controlled defensive performance after conceding three on Matchday 1.

Malaga vs Deportivo today: 21:30 SAST

Malaga return to La Rosaleda for their first home match since promotion back to La Liga. They began the season with a 2-0 defeat away to Atletico Madrid, so tonight is their first opportunity to put points on the board in front of their home support. For eligible matches, bettors can also read how SportPesa XUp 1UP, 2UP and 3UP early-payout markets work.

Deportivo opened with a 1-1 draw against Elche and now play their first away match of the campaign. Antonio Hidalgo has a full squad available, with Yeremay expected to be available after returning to normal training.

What Matchday 2 is already telling us

The early round has produced a mixture of emphatic wins and tight contests. Barcelona have delivered the biggest scoreline, Real Madrid have handled a difficult away fixture, and Sevilla have taken three points from one of Spain’s tougher away grounds.

The two remaining Monday matches are more important at the other end of the early table. Osasuna are beginning their campaign, Levante need a response, Malaga want their first points after promotion and Deportivo can build on their opening draw.

La Liga teams preparing for Europe

Barcelona, Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid are also among the Spanish clubs preparing for the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League. See the SportPesa South Africa Champions League guide for the qualified teams, competition format and key dates.

La Liga fixtures today on SportPesa South Africa

South African football fans can browse current soccer markets on SportPesa South Africa for Osasuna vs Levante, Malaga vs Deportivo and upcoming La Liga fixtures. Market availability and odds can change before kick-off.

For live scores, fixtures and match information across European football, see the SP Score App guide.

What comes next after Matchday 2?

Matchday 2 will be complete after Monday night’s two fixtures. The next step for this page should be a same-URL update after full time, adding the Osasuna-Levante and Malaga-Deportivo results so the article becomes a complete Matchday 2 results hub rather than leaving stale preview sections.

Conclusion

Barcelona’s 5-0 win at Elche is the headline result of La Liga Matchday 2 so far, while Real Madrid, Sevilla, Real Betis and Getafe have also picked up victories. The round concludes tonight with Osasuna vs Levante at 19:30 SAST and Malaga vs Deportivo at 21:30 SAST. For broader Spanish football context, SportPesa South Africa also has a Spain football guide covering the national team’s 2026 campaign, alongside its continuing La Liga coverage.

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Dans l’est de la RDC, le mécanisme chargé de vérifier le cessez-le-feu entre Kinshasa et l’AFC/M23 passe pour la première fois à l’épreuve du terrain. Une mission s’est déployée ce lundi à Minembwe, dans le Sud-Kivu, avec l’appui logistique de la Monusco. Le déploiement d’une mission du mécanisme est une étape qui était attendue depuis des mois alors que les combats et les accusations réciproques se poursuivent.

Farès Ghedjemis n’a pas figuré dans le groupe de cpour la réception de la Juventus, dimanche, à l’occasion de la première journée du championnat italien. Le club a rapidement expliqué cette absence par la situation de l’international algérien sur le marché des transferts. Le directeur sportif de Frosinone, Renzo Castanini, a reconnu que le joueur de 23 ans était actuellement « un peu distrait » par les négociations et que le club avait donc préféré ne pas l’aligner.

Des discussions sont notamment en cours avec Monaco et Besiktas, ce dernier affichant un intérêt particulièrement prononcé. Selon plusieurs médias, Ghedjemis aurait déjà donné son accord verbal pour rejoindre la formation turque. Besiktas serait disposé à porter son offre jusqu’à 14 millions d’euros, alors que Frosinone réclamerait pas moins de 20 millions pour libérer son joueur. Le dossier reste donc ouvert, mais l’absence de Ghedjemis face à la Juventus confirme que son avenir pourrait se décider dans les prochains jours. La prochaine série de négociations entre les différentes parties pourrait s’avérer déterminante.

-MM.

L’article ALG : Ghedjemis écarté sur fond de mercato est apparu en premier sur Foot Afrique.

The Lions will be going all out to be the first South African team to beat the touring All Blacks when they meet at Ellis Park on Tuesday night, with kick-off at 7pm.

The All Blacks have so far beaten the Stormers, Sharks and Bulls, as well as the Springboks in the first Test of four, also at Ellis Park last Saturday, and now come up against Ivan van Rooyen’s Lions.

Springbok squad members Quan Horn and Boan Venter have been released to play for the Lions on Tuesday, while a few newcomers to the franchise will also feature, among them Hyron Andrews, Sikhumbuzo Notshe and Boeta Chamberlain.

It is an almost full-strength Lions side that will play, unlike the teams put out by the Stormers, Sharks and Bulls.

Test against the best

Van Rooyen said it was a good opportunity to see where the Lions are in their build-up to the start of the next United Rugby Championship season, which gets underway later next month.

“We’re definitely not URC ready, but this is such a wonderful occasion and opportunity we’re happy to adapt a little and to bite the bullet,” said Van Rooyen.

“We’re excited to play the All Blacks, to test our systems, even though we haven’t done much revision.”

Van Rooyen said he was expecting another high-tempo, physical All Blacks performance, like they delivered against the other three URC teams.

“They’ve got a lot of experience, too. Their breakdown is world-class … they play with tempo and they’re physical. We’re excited about it … especially the guys who never faced the New Zealand teams in Super Rugby. It’s a privilege to be involved in this tour.”

The only time the Lions (or old Transvaal) beat a touring All Blacks side was in 1928, winning 6-0.

Super Rugby

Lions captain Francke Horn said Tuesday’s game presented each player with a massive opportunity to show what they can do.

“We’re really all looking so forward to it. We’ve watched the All Blacks on tour and now it’s our turn,” said the No 8.

“It’s nice to play against guys who we have watched in Super Rugby and opponents we’ve not faced before.

“It’s going to be nice to test ourselves against some of the best in the game.”

Among some other Lions who’ll be keen to make a big impression are loose forwards Siba Mahashe and Bathobile Hlekani, as well as centre Henco van Wyk, all three men who’ve been on the Springbok radar this season.

Fulham vs Chelsea is still in progress at Craven Cottage, where Chelsea currently lead 3-2 in the final fixture of Premier League Matchweek 1.

Cole Palmer scored Chelsea’s third goal in the 49th minute, but Gonzalo García responded for Fulham five minutes later to reduce the deficit and bring the hosts back into the contest.

Latest verified score: Fulham 2-3 Chelsea. The game is still going on. Check SP Score and the live match tracker for the score at the moment you are reading.

Fulham vs Chelsea live score and match status

• Match: Fulham vs Chelsea
• Competition: Premier League 2026/27 — Matchweek 1
• Venue: Craven Cottage, London
• Kick-off: 9:00 PM SAST
• Latest verified score: Fulham 2-3 Chelsea
• Fulham scorers: Josh King, 23rd minute; Gonzalo García, 54th minute
• Chelsea scorers: João Pedro, 1st minute; Morgan Rogers, 41st minute; Cole Palmer, 49th minute
• Status: LIVE — the match is still in progress

The 3-2 score is an in-play snapshot and must not be treated as the final result.

Fulham vs Chelsea live updates

9:00 PM SAST — Kick-off

The west London derby gets underway at Craven Cottage.

1st minute — GOAL: Fulham 0-1 Chelsea

João Pedro scores after approximately 31 seconds to give Chelsea an immediate lead. Cole Palmer provides the assist.

23rd minute — GOAL: Fulham 1-1 Chelsea

Josh King equalises after capitalising on an error from Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sánchez.

41st minute — GOAL: Fulham 1-2 Chelsea

Morgan Rogers restores Chelsea’s lead shortly before half-time. Maxence Lacroix provides the assist as Rogers scores on his Premier League debut for Chelsea.

Half-time — Fulham 1-2 Chelsea

Chelsea take a one-goal advantage into the interval.

49th minute — GOAL: Fulham 1-3 Chelsea

Palmer scores Chelsea’s third goal early in the second half. João Pedro provides the assist as the visitors establish a two-goal advantage.

54th minute — GOAL: Fulham 2-3 Chelsea

Gonzalo García scores on his Premier League debut after another Sánchez error, reducing Chelsea’s lead to one goal and bringing Fulham back into the match.

Latest status — Fulham 2-3 Chelsea

The game is still going on at Craven Cottage. Fulham are searching for an equaliser, while Chelsea are attempting to protect their one-goal advantage.

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Confirmed Fulham vs Chelsea lineups

Fulham XI: Bernd Leno; Timothy Castagne, Calvin Bassey, Jorge Cuenca, Antonee Robinson; Sander Berge, Alex Iwobi; Oscar Bobb, Josh King, César Palacios; Gonzalo García.

Chelsea XI: Robert Sánchez; Josh Acheampong, Maxence Lacroix, Levi Colwill; Malo Gusto, Reece James, Roméo Lavia, Jorrel Hato; Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers; João Pedro.

Chelsea team note: Enzo Fernández started the match on the bench. Moisés Caicedo was not included in the matchday squad following a setback during the week.

Full benches and lineup analysis: Fulham vs Chelsea confirmed lineups

What has happened in Fulham vs Chelsea?

Chelsea made an immediate breakthrough when Palmer created an opportunity for João Pedro inside the opening minute. The striker converted to give Alonso the perfect start to his first Premier League match as Chelsea manager.

Fulham responded through King in the 23rd minute, but Rogers restored Chelsea’s lead four minutes before half-time.

Palmer extended Chelsea’s advantage in the 49th minute, finishing a move created by João Pedro to make it 3-1. Fulham responded only five minutes later when García capitalised on another Sánchez mistake and made the score 3-2.

The match remains finely balanced, with Fulham now only one goal behind Chelsea.

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Chelsea’s attack delivers, but Fulham remain in contention

Chelsea’s attacking combination of Palmer, Rogers and João Pedro has directly contributed to all three of the visitors’ goals.

Palmer has registered a goal and an assist, while João Pedro has also contributed a goal and an assist. Rogers scored Chelsea’s second goal shortly before half-time.

However, Chelsea’s defensive errors have allowed Fulham to remain in the match. King and García both capitalised on mistakes involving Sánchez, leaving Chelsea with only a one-goal lead while the game continues.

Follow Fulham vs Chelsea on SP Score

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Because Fulham vs Chelsea is still in progress, readers should use SP Score for the latest score at the exact moment they are reading.

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• Premier League 2026/27 season preview
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What happens after full time?

Once the final whistle has been verified, update this article with the confirmed final score and publish the dedicated Fulham vs Chelsea result page.

Do not describe the current 3-2 score as the final result because the game is still going on.

Fulham vs Chelsea live FAQs

What is the current Fulham vs Chelsea score?

The latest verified score is Fulham 2-3 Chelsea. The match is still in progress.

Who has scored for Fulham?

Josh King and Gonzalo García have scored for Fulham.

Who has scored for Chelsea?

João Pedro, Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer have scored for Chelsea.

Who scored Chelsea’s third goal?

Palmer scored in the 49th minute, with João Pedro providing the assist.

Who scored Fulham’s second goal?

García scored in the 54th minute to reduce Chelsea’s lead to 3-2.

Is Fulham vs Chelsea finished?

No. The game is still going on, and the 3-2 score is only the latest verified in-play score.

Where can supporters follow the latest score?

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