Troy Parrott Haunts Mourinho as Barcelona Takes LaLiga Lead

Barcelona has taken the lead in LaLiga following a decisive 5-0 victory over Valencia, capitalizing on Real Madrid's loss to Real Betis. The match saw standout performances, particularly from Lamine Yamal, who scored twice and created numerous chances.

Real Madrid struggled against Betis, with Kylian Mbappe missing a crucial penalty in stoppage time, resulting in a scoreless return to the capital. Troy Parrott, on his home debut for Betis, scored the winning goal, marking a significant moment against his former manager, Jose Mourinho.

Mourinho expressed frustration over his team's performance, highlighting their missed opportunities and the need for improvement. Meanwhile, other LaLiga matches included Deportivo A Coruna's 3-2 win over Villarreal and a goalless draw between Real Sociedad and Celta Vigo.