The new calendar year has truly begun in football leagues all over Europe. This weekend, various teams have another opportunity to collect crucial points in the battle for titles and cups. You’ll find the most exciting matches of the football weekend in this article.
Friday, January 10
In Germany, the new year starts with a high-profile clash between BVB Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen. So far, the Borussians are having a disappointing season, with elimination in the DFB-Pokal and a sixth-place position after 15 matches. Their gap to Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich has already grown to eleven points. Things aren’t much better for Leverkusen this season, especially considering how dominant the defending champions were last year. However, they still have little to fear, as the damage is currently limited to a four-point deficit. This match is undoubtedly important for both teams, whether in the title race or in the battle for the top six.
Saturday, January 11
Club Brugge started the season strongly in the Croky Cup at the expense of Oud-Heverlee Leuven. This week, the Leuven side faces another challenge, as they visit league leaders Genk on Saturday. The Genkies are not yet assured of their top spot, as defending champions Club Brugge are only one point behind and are determined to secure the double this year. For Genk, every point is a battle, but OHL is under the looming threat of relegation, which they are desperate to avoid.
A potential upset could also be brewing in German football. Borussia Mönchengladbach could catapult themselves into the top five this weekend with a win against league leaders Bayern Munich. Such a victory would be a big surprise for a team that finished 14th last year. However, the record champions will not go down without a fight, especially with defending champions Bayer Leverkusen hot on their heels. Either way, this match promises to be a fascinating one for the standings.
Back in Belgium, Charleroi hopes to take another step closer to the top six on Saturday. The Zebras currently sit in seventh place but share the same number of points with two other teams, while two more are just a few points behind. A loss to the Unionists could see them stuck in mid-table. However, beating the reigning cup champions is no small task. Union is still reeling from the heavy blow of their cup loss to Antwerp, and it remains to be seen whether they’ll emerge stronger or weaker from the setback.
Sunday, January 12
Football Sunday kicks off with a tense match between Beerschot and Antwerp. The previous Antwerp derby was heavily disrupted when Beerschot fans threw fireworks onto the pitch during a 4-0 deficit. The atmosphere outside the Bosuil Stadium was also hostile. The match had to be abandoned, and The Great Old was awarded the three points with a forfeit score. This week brings the rematch at Beerschot’s ground, where Antwerp is chasing a spot in the top three. Meanwhile, bottom-placed Beerschot must urgently climb up the table.
In the Premier League, the FA Cup clash between Arsenal and Manchester United might just be the highlight of the weekend. The Gunners had been on an unbeaten run of 13 matches until Tuesday, when they encountered a strong Newcastle side in the League Cup. With a six-point deficit, they are currently second in the Premier League. The Gunners can enter this match with a mental advantage, as Manchester United’s season has been disastrous. Ruben Amorim’s team has secured only a few wins and sits in 13th place. They’re hoping for a successful cup run to salvage their season.
In Lotto Park, Saturday will mark the first match on a new pitch against defending champions Club Brugge. The field had not met requirements in recent weeks, prompting necessary measures. The Mauves will be playing on a new surface at home, and it remains to be seen how it will affect the game. Both teams will undoubtedly be buoyed by their cup victories, which should only enhance the match.
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