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29 Matches, Eight Leagues: Sunday’s Early Table Tests

A 29-match Sunday spans eight leagues, led by the Manchester derby and featuring major tests for Barcelona, Bayern München, Flamengo and MLS leaders Vancouver Whitecaps.

Seven matches, four leagues: Monday’s table tests

A seven-match guide across Brazil, Spain, Argentina and Italy, led by Lazio’s perfect start against Udinese.

Nine matches shape Monday’s early table

A nine-match guide across Brazil, Spain, Argentina, England and Italy, led by Barcelona v Rayo Vallecano and a meeting of Argentine table extremes.

34 matches, seven leagues: Sunday’s table guide

A 34-match Sunday guide led by Palmeiras v Vasco da Gama, with major fixtures across Brazil, Europe, Argentina and MLS.

Six Points, Five Rounds and a Changing Lecce

Form check

Lecce’s 2026/27 Serie A campaign has shifted sharply across its opening five rounds: an away win at Venezia lifted the team to #3, consecutive defeats took it to #14, and a home victory over Monza restored six points before the latest loss at AC Milan. The season totals show six points, five goals scored, ten conceded and a current position of #12, with L. Coulibaly leading the listed scoring and I. Ilić providing two assists.

70% Possession and Three Goals Send Milan to 11 Points

AC Milan beat Lecce 3-0 at San Siro, with goals from Christian Pulišić, Adrien Rabiot and Diego Moreira. Milan dominated possession, passing and expected goals as the victory moved them to 11 points after five Serie A matches.

Lecce’s Three First-Half Goals Secure 3-2 Win Over Monza

Lecce scored three times in the first half and held off Monza’s late pressure to win 3-2 at Via del Mare. Lassana Coulibaly scored twice, while Wladimiro Falcone made seven saves as Monza dominated possession and shots without taking a point.

20 shots and one goal: Cagliari edge Lecce 1-0

Daniel Maldini scored from Jacopo Fazzini’s assist as Cagliari beat Lecce 1-0. Lecce had 58% possession, but Cagliari led the shot and shots-on-target counts, while Wladimiro Falcone made eight saves.

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.

Lecce win 2-0 despite Venezia’s 71% possession

Lecce beat Venezia 2-0 in Serie A, with goals from Olaf Gorter and Tiago Gabriel despite Venezia dominating possession, shots and expected goals.

Napoli Shows Resilience with Comeback Win Against Lecce in Thrilling Serie A Encounter

Napoli's comeback victory against Lecce not only highlights their attacking capabilities but also reinforces their position in the Serie A standings. With standout performances from Hojlund and Politano, Napoli continues to build momentum, while Lecce faces increasing pressure as they fight to avoid relegation.