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A Sunday roundup highlights major football talking points across Spain, Europe and MLS. In the race for points near the top of La Liga, Real Madrid’s XI is expected to shift due to Vinicius absence, with changes at right-back (including Dumfries or Trent) and Konaté likely starting at center-back. Goalkeeper Courtois returns, while Bernardo Silva could keep his midfield spot as Madrid face a match they “cannot afford to lose,” with Barça and Atlético setting the pace; six points separate Madrid from Barça. The piece also notes Barcelona coach Hansi Flick’s makeshift defense with debutant Brian Fariñas and Frenkie de Jong at center-back, plus a Milan Hall of Fame moment for Ricardo Kaká and Lewandowski’s goal in MLS.