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<p>Football is always in motion. Following the conclusion of the first matchday of the Champions League, attention turns back to some of the biggest leagues in the world this Friday. Leveraging insights from our global team, Transfermarkt highlights five must-watch games this weekend. Whether it’s the Greek derby of eternal rivals, the Clássico dos Milhões in Brazil, the Derby della Capitale in Italy, or Le Classique featuring Marseille and PSG, this weekend is packed with thrilling matches worldwide.</p>
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<h2><strong>Major Showdown in Saudi: Al-Ahli vs Al-Hilal</strong></h2>
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<p><strong>Tiberius Radziejewski (Area Manager Asia):</strong></p>
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<p>This Friday, top contenders in the Saudi Pro League, Al-Ahli and Al-Hilal, will clash in a highly anticipated match. While Matthias Jaissle's Al-Ahli has made modest investments, Al-Hilal has spent over €100 million on stars like Darwin Núñez and Theo Hernández, in addition to appointing Filippo Inzaghi ahead of the Club World Cup in June.</p>
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<p>Saudi Pro League</p>
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<p>€173.55m</p>
<p>Market Value</p>
<p>€215.45m</p>
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<p>First Tier</p>
<p>League Level</p>
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<p>€77.53m</p>
<p>Expenditures 25/26</p>
<p>€101.28m</p>
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<p>Matthias Jaissle</p>
<p>Managers</p>
<p>Simone Inzaghi</p>
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<p><span>Full Club Comparison</span></p>
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<p>Both teams remain unbeaten this season, although they faced challenges in the AFC Champions League earlier this week, each trailing during their matches. Al-Ahli's star striker Ivan Toney has scored 5 goals in 6 matches, including a hat-trick in a cup, while Núñez has netted 2 in 3 outings.</p>
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<h2><strong>Derby della Capitale: Lazio vs AS Roma</strong></h2>
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<p><strong>Stefano Buonfino (Content and Community Manager Italy):</strong></p>
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<p>The Derby della Capitale transcends being just another match; it is an occasion that carries immense significance for both Lazio and Roma, who rarely contest for the Scudetto—particularly for Lazio. This derby can drastically shape the season's morale and the final assessment of a coach's performance. For fans, these two derbies are pivotal, often intensifying the competition and emotions on the pitch, especially involving players nurtured in their respective youth systems, even as legends like Francesco Totti, Paolo Di Canio, and Daniele De Rossi fade into memory.</p>
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<p>€275.45m</p>
<p>Market Value</p>
<p>€389.68m</p>
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<p>€29.93m</p>
<p>Expenditures 25/26</p>
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<p>Maurizio Sarri</p>
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<p>Gian Piero Gasperini</p>
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<p>This midday clash at the Olimpico promises to be intense, with both clubs struggling for form. Roma has hit a wall, failing to penetrate Torino's defenses effectively. Lazio, after a brief lift against Verona, suffered a setback away against Sassuolo, marking their second loss of the season following their initial match against Como. Every derby is unique, and there's a chance that fear could inhibit the flow of the game. Nonetheless, the attacking philosophies of coaches Sarri and Gasperini could lead to a goal-filled spectacle.</p>
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<h2><strong>Le Classique: Marseille vs PSG</strong></h2>
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<p><strong>Ronan Caroff (Area Manager France):</strong></p>
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<p>The clash between Olympique Marseille and PSG is an annual highlight in Ligue 1. However, since PSG's Qatari takeover in 2011, the scale has tipped heavily in their favor, with PSG winning 26, drawing four, and losing only three of their past 33 encounters. Despite the lopsided history, Marseille enters this match unbeaten this Ligue 1 season after four games and recently secured an easy victory against Atalanta. PSG remains the favorite, despite being without key players Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué, as they possess stars like Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Bradley Barcola, both among Europe’s elite forwards.</p>
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<p>€394.40m</p>
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<p>€1.07bn</p>
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<p>€96.20m</p>
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<p>Roberto De Zerbi</p>
<p>Managers</p>
<p>Luis Enrique</p>
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<p>Even without their two star forwards, PSG remains a formidable attacking force, and new keeper Lucas Chevalier is integrating well. Marseille’s form has been inconsistent, alternating between dominant victories over promoted teams and painful last-minute defeats to Rennes and Lyon. Their Champions League campaign stumbled with a frustrating 1-2 loss to Real Madrid (off penalties), which heightens their ambition for a strong performance against PSG as they seek to close the six-point gap in the standings.</p>
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<h2><strong>Derby of Eternal Rivals: Panathinaikos vs Olympiacos</strong></h2>
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<p><strong>Nikos Sofis (Area Manager Greece):</strong></p>
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<p>The heated Greek derby of eternal rivals is set for Sunday, with Olympiacos enjoying a flawless start to their season, winning all three matches and sitting at the top with an unbreached defense. Conversely, Panathinaikos has struggled, with only two matches played so far—an initial draw and a shock loss to Kifisia leading to the sacking of manager Rui Vitoria. This tumultuous backdrop adds pressure as they approach one of their vital matches of the year.</p>
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<p>€93.40m</p>
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<p>€15.43m</p>
<p>Expenditures 25/26</p>
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<p>Dimitrios Koropoulis</p>
<p>Managers</p>
<p>José Luis Mendilibar</p>
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<p>There are many questions ahead of this match. Will the significance of the fixture provide a motivational boost? How will the team respond to the managerial change, and who will take over for Rui Vitoria? Will there be enough time to appoint a new manager, or will Panathinaikos go into the derby with a caretaker? Regardless of the decision made, time is scarce, making preparation challenging for whoever is in charge against Olympiacos.</p>
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<h2><strong>Clássico dos Milhões: Flamengo vs Vasco da Gama</strong></h2>
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<p><strong>Marcos Watts (Area Manager Brazil):</strong></p>
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<p>This weekend's Brasileirão matchday 24 is packed with derbies, but the standout event is the "Clássico dos Milhões" (Flamengo vs Vasco da Gama). Scheduled for this Sunday at the Maracanã, this highly anticipated matchup sees Flamengo aiming to solidify their position atop the league, while Vasco fights to escape the relegation zone and restore their confidence.</p>
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<p>€195.10m</p>
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<p>€43.50m</p>
<p>Expenditures 25/26</p>
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<p>Filipe Luís</p>
<p>Managers</p>
<p>Fernando Diniz</p>
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<p>Flamengo is in excellent form, boasting four wins and a draw, having scored sixteen goals while conceding just three in their last five Brasileirão matches. Conversely, Vasco has struggled with consistency, showing a mix of disappointing performances and standout moments, including a stunning 6-0 victory over Santos. In their last five matches, they have a record of two wins, two draws, and one loss, alongside a thrilling penalty shootout win against local rivals Botafogo in the Copa do Brasil quarter-finals.</p>
<p>Historically, Flamengo holds an advantage in recent derby matches, claiming three wins and two draws in the last five encounters against Vasco. While Arrascaeta has been crucial for Flamengo this season, other players could also impact the outcome significantly, especially if manager Filipe Luís opts to rest some key players for their upcoming Libertadores quarter-final against Estudiantes. For Vasco, Philippe Coutinho's performance could be pivotal in securing victory and re-establishing their momentum.</p>
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