Tonight's Football — Aug 31

David Martínez’s Goal Moves Defensa Y Justicia to 14 Clausura Points

David Martínez’s 75th-minute goal gave Defensa Y Justicia a 1-0 win over Platense in Round 7 of the Liga Profesional Argentina Clausura, despite Platense taking more shots.

21 Shots, No Goals: Estudiantes Held by Newells Old Boys

Estudiantes L.P. dominated possession and shots but were held to a 0-0 draw by Newells Old Boys, with Josué Reinatti making eight saves.

Barcelona’s 26 shots carry them past Rayo Vallecano 5-2

Barcelona beat Rayo Vallecano 5-2 at Camp Nou, with braces from Lamine Yamal and Raphinha and an own goal from F. Lejeune. Rayo’s Sergio Camello scored twice, but Barcelona dominated possession, passing and shots.

61% Possession and a 1-0 Arsenal Win at Villa Park

Bukayo Saka scored from Riccardo Calafiori’s assist as Arsenal beat Aston Villa 1-0 at Villa Park, controlling possession and moving to ninth in the Premier League.

Samardžić’s 90th-minute goal gives Atalanta a 1-0 win

Lazar Samardžić scored in the 90th minute as Atalanta defeated Bologna 1-0, despite the visitors having more possession, passes and shots. Marco Carnesecchi's three saves helped protect the result.

Osasuna 1-0 Getafe: Budimir penalty decides a low-scoring contest

Ante Budimir’s 45th-minute penalty gave Osasuna a 1-0 win over Getafe, despite the visitors having more possession and slightly more shots.

Roma’s 15 shots and four goals overwhelm Lecce at Via del Mare

AS Roma defeated Lecce 4-0 at Via del Mare, racing to a 3-0 half-time lead through two Donyell Malen goals and a strike from Matias Soule before R. Mora completed the scoring.

3-1 comeback lifts Independ. Rivadavia to 11 Clausura points

Independ. Rivadavia recovered from an early penalty miss and a half-time draw to beat Racing Club 3-1, with F. Sartori scoring shortly after coming on and A. Arce completing the win in the 90th minute.

Atalanta’s two home goals set the tone against Bologna

Atalanta’s early home momentum and two in-form scorers make them favourites against Bologna, who are seeking their first points of the Serie A season.

Three points separate both sides from the early league lead

Lecce and AS Roma meet level on three points, with Roma’s superior goal difference and D. Malen’s early scoring form providing the visitors’ main advantage.

11 points separate Remo and Coritiba before their Belem meeting

Remo and Coritiba meet in Belem with 11 points between them, as both sides seek greater consistency and a result that serves contrasting league ambitions.

Six Points from Two Games Put Barcelona in Position to Extend Their Lead Over Rayo

Barcelona’s perfect start and home defensive record make them favourites against Rayo Vallecano, who are seeking their first win after one draw and one loss.

One point separates Osasuna and Getafe before El Sadar test

Osasuna host Getafe with one point separating the sides after two rounds, as the unbeaten hosts look to stay close to league leaders Atletico Madrid.

Estudiantes’ six home clean sheets offer an edge against Newells

Estudiantes L.P. seek to improve their 14th-place Clausura position against seventh-placed Newells Old Boys, with strong home numbers contrasting with Newells’ away struggles.

Three Points Separate Defensa Y Justicia and Platense Before Monday’s Clausura Meeting

Defensa Y Justicia and Platense meet with three points separating them in Clausura Group A, as home form and tactical variety face Platense’s consistent 4-2-3-1 and strong away clean-sheet record.

Rivadavia’s 8-1-3 home record gives them the edge over Racing

Independ. Rivadavia’s strong home record and higher Clausura position make them favourites against Racing Club, whose away defence could keep the contest close.

Arsenal’s three-point lead puts pressure on Villa at Villa Park

Aston Villa aim to recover from a losing start when Arsenal, three points ahead after winning their opener, visit Villa Park in a meeting of matching 4-2-3-1 formations.