The FIFA international window is now over, with players returning to their respective clubs after representing their countries. While European nations were involved in Nations League fixtures, several other countries featured in friendly encounters during the extended break.
Brazil and Uruguay were among the teams that travelled to Asia, with both South American giants facing India in international friendlies. However, attention now shifts back to club football as the major European leagues prepare to resume action.
The Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A and Ligue 1 will all return this weekend, with several high-profile fixtures scheduled across the leagues.
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When Will The Premier League Resume?
The Premier League will return on Saturday, October 10, following the extended September-October international window.
The weekend will see several Matchday 6 fixtures, including Arsenal's meeting with Leeds United, while Aston Villa face Brentford and Chelsea take on Bournemouth.
One of the biggest games of the weekend will take place on Sunday, October 11, when Liverpool host Manchester City. The round will conclude on Monday, October 12, with Coventry City taking on Newcastle United.
When Will La Liga Restart?
La Liga will resume on Friday, October 9, with Málaga facing RCD Espanyol.
Barcelona and Real Madrid will both be in action on Saturday, October 10. Barcelona will host Getafe, while Real Madrid take on Villarreal.
With the two Spanish giants set to return, attention will also begin to build towards the first El Clasico of the season, making the upcoming weeks particularly important for both clubs.
Bundesliga Return Date
The Bundesliga also returns on Friday, October 9, with Borussia Dortmund taking on Werder Bremen.
Bayern Munich will be back in action on Saturday when they travel to face Augsburg, while RB Leipzig meet Eintracht Frankfurt in another notable fixture.
When Does Serie A Resume?
Italian top-flight football returns on Saturday, October 10, with Genoa hosting Fiorentina.
Inter Milan will face Parma later on Saturday, while AC Milan return to action on Sunday against Sassuolo as the Serie A season resumes following the international window.
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European Football Returns
The international break provided a pause from domestic competition, but the wait for club football is now over. From the Premier League and La Liga to Bundesliga, Serie A and Ligue 1, Europe's major leagues will return between October 9 and October 10.
With Barcelona, Real Madrid, Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City, Bayern Munich and other European heavyweights back in action, the focus now shifts firmly towards the domestic season.