Defending champion Real Madrid began its 2020-21 La Liga campaign with a goalless draw against Real Sociedad.

Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos battles for the ball with Real Sociedad's Mikel Oyarzabal
Madrid: The holder hardly created any chances in the final third as striker Karim Benzema had little support. In Serie A, Juventus, managed by club legend Andrea Pirlo for the first time, got off to a great start, defeating Sampdoria 3-0. 2019-20 Premier League title-winner Liverpool beat Chelsea 2-0 away from home, while Leicester City completed a 4-2 win over Burnley.
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