Top 6 blockbuster matches to watch out for in October 

#4 Atletico Madrid v Liverpool (UCL) — 20th October

The last time these sides faced each other, Atletico Madrid won AET

October is a busy month for Diego Simeone's men. While they have put everything on the line to defend their La Liga title, UCL spares them no blushes as well.

Part of the 'group of death' that houses AC Milan, FC Porto and Liverpool, the Rojiblancos have already drawn against the relatively smallest team, FC Porto. The same means facing the table toppers would be massively pressurizing for the 2016 runners-up.

Liverpool are set to travel to Madrid with an in-form squad on the 20th of this month. Can Atletico Madrid, who are struggling within their own league, hold back the 2019 champs? Only time will tell.

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#3 Barcelona v Real Madrid (La Liga) — 24th October

Real Madrid defeated Barcelona in both fixtures last season

El Clasico is the most-sought after face-offs in the history of any sport. Even though there is no more Cristiano-Messi or Ramos-Pique rivalry left, no El Clasico can ever be expected to be less happening.

The Madridistas are cruising under the fine form of Karim Benzema and Vinicius Junior. As of now, facing Barcelona should be an easy task for Los Blancos. However, Blaugrana has got the upper hand with the venue.

Real Madrid's recent records at Camp Nou have been far from impressive and the same could be a fact of concern for Carlo Ancelotti's squad.

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#2 Manchester United v Liverpool (PL) — 24th October

The rivalry between these sides is very well celebrated by the supporters

The fight for top spot within the Premier League this year has started off from the first week itself. With barely a point separating the top four (Liverpool, City, Chelsea, United), one good or bad game can shuffle the positions completely.

Amidst such close contention comes a mouthwatering fixture in the form of Manchester United v Liverpool. The rivalry between these sides is very well celebrated by the supporters and hence there would be more at stake than just three points.

While United are dependent on Cristiano Ronaldo in terms of finding the back of the net, Liverpool are relaxed with Mane and Salah being on top of their form.

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#1 Liverpool v Manchester City (PL) — 3rd October

City will be looking to secure the top berth with this fixture

The Merseysiders' hopes of defending their PL title were hampered by Pep Guardiola's team last term. However, a much-determined Liverpool side once again face a threat from Man City that possesses immense squad depth.

Liverpool leading the points table and not having lost a game so far adds pressure on them. In addition, in their previous fixture against one of the Premier League's big six, LFC had to settle for a draw against a 10-men Chelsea.

Manchester City look comfortable with their form and the return of their MVP Kevin de Bruyne has bolstered their attacking. City will be looking to secure the top berth with this fixture.