Athletic Bilbao forward Nico Williams said he was racially abused by “stupid people” during his team’s 3-1 defeat at Atletico Madrid on Saturday in La Liga. Williams spoke with the referee after hearing the alleged abuse when he was preparing to take a corner in the first half, and play was held momentarily as supporters … Read more
Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez said his team “gave away two points” to Valencia in a tense 1-1 draw on Sunday in La Liga. The champions moved third, a point clear of Atletico Madrid, but trail Real Madrid by four and surprise leaders Girona by six, having played one game more than all three sides. Atletico … Read more
The La Liga match between Granada and Athletic Club on Sunday was suspended after the tragic death of a fan in the stands at Los Carmenes. The match was halted after 17 minutes as paramedics tried to revive a Granada fan who had a cardiac arrest. When the death of the season ticket holder was … Read more
