Football fans around the world will be glued to their screens this Sunday, as European, African, and domestic stadiums host a packed schedule of high-profile matches. This "Super Sunday" features numerous important games across the top five European leagues, as well as continental competitions in Africa, making it an exceptional day on the football calendar.

Premier League summit clash and battle for the top spot

The English Premier League steals the spotlight with a fiery clash considered the strongest in the world right now, as Liverpool hosts Manchester City. This match is of paramount importance not only to the fans of both teams but to all Premier League followers, given the intense rivalry between the two clubs in recent years for titles and the ongoing tactical battle that brings together some of the world's best players.

French Clasico and La Liga clashes

In the French league, fans eagerly await the "Classique" of French football between Paris Saint-Germain and Marseille, a match always characterized by intense rivalry and high fan attendance due to the historic sporting animosity between the two clubs. Meanwhile, in Spain, Real Madrid faces a tough away game against Valencia at the difficult Mestalla Stadium, while Atlético Madrid takes on Real Betis in a crucial match in the race for European qualification.

African missions for Egyptian clubs

On the African continental stage, Egyptian clubs face crucial matches in the Champions League and Confederation Cup. Zamalek faces a tough challenge against ZESCO, while Al Masry and Pyramids play important games to boost their chances of advancing, putting Egyptian football to a real test today.

Below is the complete list of matches scheduled for Sunday, according to Mecca time:

Today's English Premier League fixtures:

• 05:00 - Brighton vs Crystal Palace
• 07:30 - Liverpool vs Manchester City

Today's Spanish League fixtures:

• 04:00 - Alaves vs Getafe
• 06:15 - Athletic Bilbao vs Levante
• 08:30 - Atletico Madrid vs Real Betis
• 11:00 - Valencia vs Real Madrid

Today's Italian League fixtures:

• 02:30 - Bologna vs Parma
• 15:00 - Lecce vs Udinese
• 08:00 - Sassuolo vs Inter
• 10:45 - Juventus vs Lazio

Today's French League match schedule:

• 05:00 - Nice vs Monaco
• 07:15 - Angers vs Toulouse
• 07:15 - Le Havre vs Strasbourg
• 07:15 - Auxerre vs Paris
• 10:45 - Paris Saint-Germain vs Marseille

Today's German Bundesliga fixtures:

• 05:30 - Cologne vs Leipzig
• 07:30 - Bayern Munich vs Hoffenheim

Today's CAF Champions League match schedule:

• 07:00 - Rivers United vs Pyramids
• 07:00 - Stade Malien vs Espérance

Today's Confederation Cup match schedule:

• 04:00 - Kaizer Chiefs vs Al Masry
• 04:00 - Zesco vs Zamalek

Today's Yellow League match schedule:

• 04:00 - Al-Ta'ee vs Al-Raed
• 06:30 - Al Arabi vs Al Adala

The Portuguese coach of Al-Fateh, Mr. Gomes, expressed his complete satisfaction with the technical and physical level shown by his team’s players during the strong match that brought them together with their counterpart Al-Qadisiyah, on Saturday evening, as part of the competitions of the twenty-first (21) round of the Saudi Professional League, which ended in a positive draw of one goal each.

Gomez's comments on tactical performance

In the press conference held after the final whistle, Gomez analyzed the course of the match, saying: "We performed very well against a team with great potential and high-level players, which made the match a real challenge for us. The players were at the peak of tactical discipline, and very organized both defensively in closing down spaces and offensively in exploiting available opportunities.".

Challenges of shortages and dependence on youth

The Portuguese coach addressed the challenges facing the team regarding the bench and absences, explaining: "In truth, we don't have many options in matches, so I work with the squad I have available. Despite this, I have complete faith in the current group, and our full focus is now on preparing for the upcoming period." Gomes also highlighted the club's strategy of relying on emerging talent, saying: "The team has a number of outstanding young players who represent the future of the club, and we select the appropriate lineup and players for each match based on its specific circumstances.".

Competition context of the Roshan League

This match comes at a time when the Saudi Roshan League is witnessing fierce competition in all positions of the standings, as mid-table teams like Al-Fateh seek to secure their positions and move away from danger zones, in light of the great development that Saudi football is witnessing and the attraction of international stars to clubs, which has increased the difficulty of the matches and raised the technical value of the league, and made every point a valuable gain.

Gomez and personal appreciation

Gomez concluded his remarks by responding to the praise he receives, saying: "Al-Fateh is a special group and always fights to bridge the technical gap with the big clubs and achieve the best possible results. I thank everyone for praising me and describing me as one of the top 5 coaches in the Saudi League currently, and this makes me happy, as hard work is always what distinguishes one person from another and makes the difference.".

The two teams' positions in the standings

It is worth noting that this draw raised Al-Fateh's points to (24), thus settling in tenth place in the Roshan League standings, a position the team seeks to improve in the coming rounds to ensure its presence in the safe zone, while Al-Qadisiyah continues its efforts to improve its position in the standings.

The club is experiencing internal turmoil and a severe technical and administrative crisis, casting a shadow over the stability of the first football team. This is due to the strained relationship between Portuguese coach Sergio Conceição and the club's decision-makers. This crisis is a direct result of the recent transfer market policies, which saw the departure of key players without adequate replacements that the coaching staff desired.

The earthquake of star departures and its impact on Al-Ittihad

Last week was anything but ordinary at Al-Ittihad Club; it was a turbulent week both technically and psychologically. The team suffered significant blows with the departure of its most prominent stars. Veteran French striker Karim Benzema moved to arch-rivals Al-Hilal, a move that sparked widespread controversy in the sports world. This was followed by the departure of French midfield dynamo N'Golo Kanté to Turkish side Fenerbahçe. This exodus of key players created a clear technical gap, which was evident in the team's preparations for the derby match and negatively impacted morale within the locker room.

The Clasico defeat reveals the hidden truth

Al-Ittihad's 2-0 loss to Al-Nassr in the Clasico served as an early warning sign, revealing the extent of the technical challenges the team faces in the post-Benzema and Kanté era. The match was more than just a loss of three points; it reflected a tactical imbalance and the absence of the individual brilliance that the departed stars used to provide, leaving coach Conceição in an unenviable position with the disgruntled fans.

Youssef En-Nesyri: A rocky start and worrying statistics

In an attempt to bolster their attacking options, the club signed Moroccan international striker Youssef En-Nesyri on a one-and-a-half-year contract. Despite high hopes, his debut in El Clásico was unconvincing, as he failed to make a scoring impact. Adding to the fans' concerns are the statistics, which indicate that En-Nesyri is experiencing a severe goal drought, having failed to score in his last 14 matches for both his former club and country. This only intensifies the pressure on him to break his scoring drought quickly.

The Secret of Conceição's Anger: The Enigma of Gustavo Sa

Private sources told Al-Midan that Sergio Conceição's discontent stems not only from the departure of certain players but also from the administration's failure to meet his demands for replacements. The Portuguese coach had hoped to sign his compatriot Gustavo Sá, whom he saw as the ideal candidate to fill the significant void left by N'Golo Kanté in midfield. The failure to finalize this deal left the midfield exposed and ignited a crisis between the coach and the administration. Al-Ittihad is currently searching for quick, temporary solutions to restore balance to the team and return to winning ways in a season that demands decisive action.