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Aug 2021
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First Test! Athletic Club takes points f...

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On episode 281, Dan is joined by Sam Leveridge to discuss an eventful weekend of games around La Liga. They talk Athletic Club putting the pressure on Barcelona, Atleti starting their title defense by defending against Elche, Real Madrid getting caught against Levante, and much more!

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Did Barça really struggle or were Athletic Club just that good?

Can Atlético Madrid defend their way to another title?

Is Real Madrid in worse shape than Barça?

Is Sevilla really a part of the title race?

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