Upsets Mark Weekend in European Football

European football saw a series of unexpected twists as the weekend unfolded, with upsets in the Spanish and Portuguese leagues causing significant shifts in team standings. Real Sociedad pulled off a stunning 1-0 win over Barcelona in La Liga, while Sporting dismissed their coach after an 11-match winning streak in the Portuguese Primeira Liga.

In La Liga, Sebastian Becker scored the winning goal for Real Sociedad in the 33rd minute, securing a 1-0 victory over Spanish giants Barcelona. The win sees Real Sociedad jump to 8th place, while Barcelona drops to 1st place after ending their seven-match winning streak. The home team held a narrow 30.2% possession advantage, yet failed to capitalize on their chances, with only 6 shots on target out of 14.

Meanwhile, Barcelona dominated possession, boasting 69.8% control of the ball and a staggering 111 total shots, but struggled to find the back of the net. This loss is a significant setback for the team, highlighting their vulnerabilities despite their impressive possession stats. The result showcases the unpredictability of football, as Real Sociedad capitalized on a rare opportunity to upset one of Spain's top clubs.

In the Serie A, Roma made a surprising decision to part ways with coach Ivan Juric after just 12 matches in charge. The move comes on the heels of a string of losses, with the team managing only one win in their last six league games. Serbian coach Valon Behrami has taken over as interim coach, tasked with turning the team's fortunes around.

In other Serie A news, Napoli maintained their lead atop the table with a 1-1 draw against Inter, thanks to a stunning equaliser from Hakan Calhanoglu. Atalanta and Fiorentina both secured wins in their respective matches, while Lazio and Inter were successful in their matches.

In another unrelated development, the Nantes football club has expressed "deep indignation" after player Sorba Thomas was subjected to racist insults on social media following their match against Lens. These incidents continue to plague the world of sports, highlighting the need for greater accountability and action against hate speech.