Barcelona's Marcus Rashford Shines Despite Reduced Role, Flick Praises His Professionalism

Barcelona boss Hansi Flick praised Marcus Rashford's professionalism after the former Manchester United star adapted well to a reduced starting role amid competition from Raphinha and Lamine Yamal, noting his perfect attitude behind the scenes as Barca leads La Liga by four points over Real Madrid. Rashford, thriving in Catalonia after his loan move, has started 14 matches and expressed love for Spanish football while learning the language.

In Champions League action, PSG drew 0-0 at Athletic Bilbao, their first goalless game this season, with consultant Philippe Montanier defending them against Bilbao's intense pressing and absences like Hakimi and Dembélé, blaming a lack of preseason for midfield struggles from João Neves, Vitinha, and Fabián Ruiz.

Premier League saw Liverpool beat Brighton 2-0, with Hugo Ekitike's double—the fastest goal of the season at 46 seconds—and Mo Salah shining off the bench with an assist before AFCON duty, lifting the champions to sixth. Chelsea ended a five-game winless streak 2-0 over Everton thanks to Cole Palmer and Malo Gusto.

Serie A buzz includes AC Milan coach Allegri calling Christian Pulisic diabolical for his seven goals and two assists in nine games, while Fiorentina endures a winless streak in 14 league matches with Moise Kean. Bayern's Joshua Kimmich leads Champions League stats in key metrics.

Upcoming Champions League fixtures kick off Matchday 1 soon, with no results from the last day; women's clashes like Juventus vs. Man Utd and OL Lyonnes vs. Atleti loom as deciders.

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