Real Madrid once again demonstrated why they remain the standard in Spanish football. With Kylian Mbappé scoring twice, Jude Bellingham rediscovering his touch, and Álvaro Carreras adding late brilliance, Madrid swept past Valencia 4–0 to extend their lead at the top of La Liga, Softfootball reports.

This win adds to their momentum following their recent victory over Barcelona in the El Clásico, reinforcing their status at the top of Spanish football.

Los Blancos were in full control from the first whistle, dictating tempo and testing Valencia goalkeeper Julen Agirrezabala early on through Vinícius Jr and Jude Bellingham.

Their pressure told when Mbappe opened the scoring from the spot on 19 minutes after a handball by César Tárrega.

Twelve minutes later, Kylian Mbappe doubled the lead, volleying home Arda Güler’s pinpoint cross to notch his second of the evening, showcasing the form that earned him the Golden Boot for the 2024-25 La Liga season.

Bellingham added a third before half-time with a precise finish from the edge of the area, marking his first goal since returning from injury. Valencia struggled to contain Madrid’s movement and were pinned back for much of the game.

Madrid never looked threatened after the break, even when Vinícius Jr missed a second-half penalty that could have made it four.

The hosts remained in total control and capped off the win when Álvaro Carreras blasted a stunning strike into the top corner with eight minutes left on the clock.

For Valencia, the result was another reminder of the gap to the league’s elite. They managed only one shot on target all night and were second best throughout.

Madrid’s victory was comprehensive, with 21 shots, 65 percent possession, and an intensity Valencia couldn’t match. It was also symbolic: a team blending global stars and tactical cohesion, each win reinforcing their confidence ahead of a trip to Anfield in the Champions League.

Real Madrid shared the full-time result on their official X handle following the final whistle.

FP: @RealMadrid 4-0 @valenciacf
19' @KMbappe (p)
31' @KMbappe
44' @BellinghamJude
82' Carreras
@Emirates pic.twitter.com/fQC2tHNVGz

— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadrid) November 1, 2025

Liverpool brought an end to their four-match losing streak with a confident 2-0 victory over Aston Villa at Anfield. Mohamed Salah reached a career landmark with his 250th goal for the club, while Ryan Gravenberch added the second to secure a much-needed win.

This victory come after the Reds suffered a 3-0 from Crystal Palace, a result that left fans demanding a response. Ahead of the game, Softfootball reported that Virgil van Dijk urged his teammates to be focused against Villa. His leadership was evident as the team showed character and control from the start to finish of the game.

Aston Villa began brightly, with Morgan Rogers rattling the post in the early stages, but Liverpool quickly settled. Dominik Szoboszlai went close from range and Cody Gakpo saw a header drift wide before Hugo Ekitike’s finish was ruled out for offside.

The breakthrough came just before half-time when Salah punished a loose pass from goalkeeper Emi Martinez, slotting into an open net to give the hosts the advantage.

It was a poacher’s finish that underscored his consistency and composure in front of goal.

Thirteen minutes after the restart, Gravenberch marked his return from injury with a powerful strike that deflected off Pau Torres and wrong-footed Martinez. From there, Liverpool controlled the tempo and looked in command.

Despite second-half changes from Villa, including Ross Barkley and Jadon Sancho, Liverpool’s defence, led by Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté, stood firm. New goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili impressed with several sharp saves to preserve the clean sheet.

The result lifts spirits at Anfield and steadies Liverpool’s campaign. Salah’s milestone moment and Gravenberch’s sharp display summed up a night that reminded fans of the Reds’ resilience, discipline, and attacking quality.

On their official X handle, Liverpool posted the final score to wrap up their coverage of the match.

Three points for the Reds pic.twitter.com/slwFiBuKdk

— Liverpool FC (@LFC) November 1, 2025

They also took to their official X handle to celebrate Mohamed Salah reaching 250 goals for the club.

A MOmentous Milestone.

250 goals for the Reds pic.twitter.com/ZFxsyEZ6kK

— Liverpool FC (@LFC) November 1, 2025

Football Fans Tribe has officially been nominated for the 2025 TikTok Creator of the Year Award, marking the first time a Nigerian sports creator has achieved this milestone, Softfootball reports. The award recognizes creators who demonstrate outstanding talents, creativity and have produced impactful contents on the platform.

This significant milestone was shared proudly on their official X handle, where the creators expressed their gratitude to their fans and also urged fans to cast their votes so as to bring the award home. They shared:

Congrats to us Family!!!

This time last year, NO NIGERIAN SPORTS CONTENT CREATOR WAS NOMINATED FOR TIKTOK AWARDS

NONE!

This year not only do we have a nominee in Sports Category, we have been nominated for CREATOR OF THE YEAR

VOTE HERE https://t.co/xJlsD5AWfO pic.twitter.com/mULCmHwECp

— Football Fans Tribe (@FansTribeHQ) October 31, 2025

Founded by a passionate football enthusiasts Tokoni Joseph Iderima, Football Fans Tribe was created out of his love for football and a desire to reach football fans within the country and beyond.

Over the years, it has grown to become one of the followed voices in the country, known for his unique style of commentary, match previews and reactions, street interviews that capture fans emotions.

The inspiration of this creation was the untapped potentials in the country, despite having a large number of football fans. It offers space for discussion, celebration, friendly debate about football.

The nomination is a major milestone for sports content creation in Nigeria, as it shows the progress of football both on the pitch and in digital space. Following an emphatic 4-0 win over Benin Republic in the World Cup Qualifiers, Nigeria’s football story continues to inspire pride at every level.

Fans across social media have celebrated the news, showering praises for the creators consistence and engaging contents. A notable comment on Football Fans Tribe X handle @FansTribeHQ came from a fan @cruiselord71315, who declared in Pidgin English saying:

Na to collect ally colleague phones use vote tomorrow…this one must come home,

showing passionate spirit of the community and reflected a collective pride in seeing African sports creators finally recognized on a global stage.

@incredible_111 captured the milestone but joked about TikTok’s one vote per day limit. He said:

I been wan votes more than once dem no allow me. Congratulations in advance big win for the family

Another fan @FlowWithCeezhed joined in congratulating the team, noting that he witnessed their rise from street activities to a full studio. He said:

Congratulations so happy for you guys proud to watch you guys grow from when you started on the streets to the view center till when una get studio…massive growth

The achievement is framed as a collective success, reflecting the strong support of the followers, who are encouraged to cast votes through TikTok’s Official Awards page as the announcement approaches very soon.

As Football Fans Tribe marks this moment, their growth demonstrates that the Nigeria’s football is not only growing at home, but also gaining global recognition. With thousands of followers across their social media platforms, they have become one of the most influential hubs for football contents.