CD Olimpia vs CD Marathon - Liga Nacional

The Liga Nacional returns to the home ground on April 23, 2026, where CD Olimpia and CD Marathon will lock horns in a contest that could shape their respective campaigns. K-League All-Stars v Manchester City: Confirmed line-ups as Maresca’s men face Korean test.

There is little to choose between CD Olimpia and CD Marathon on paper, and the Liga Nacional encounter should reflect that balance. The hosts have been steady if unspectacular, WDLLW in their last five reflecting a win rate of 57.14%. CD Marathon are brimming with belief on the road, their DLDLL run reflecting a season win rate of 71.43%. The contrast in attacking output — 2.14 versus 1.71 goals per game — adds an extra layer of intrigue. It remains to be seen if Leeds will target a No 10 or a winger capable of playing inside now that Brandt is off the table.

The touchline duel between the two managers adds another layer of intrigue, with both likely to tweak their setups in search of a decisive edge. Tuesday's print edition of ABC, as relayed by Sport Witness, have claimed that Betis turned down a €50m approach from a wealthy non-Premier League club for Antony.

Neither side is short on individuals capable of tilting the balance, and the duel between the two squads' chief creators could prove particularly pivotal. The battle in midfield, where both sides look to control tempo, could prove the decisive arena. Parma have officially announced their signing of centre-forward El Bilal Toure, who became the most expensive arrival in Atalanta’s history when he joined from Almeria in the summer of 2023.

Predicting an outright winner is no easy task given how little separates the two sides on paper. With the sides so closely matched, a 2-2 stalemate looks the most likely way this one ends. Whatever the outcome, the Liga Nacional fixture promises a meaningful contest with real implications for both clubs. Premier League chief executive Richard Masters says a verdict on the alleged charges against Manchester City "has taken longer than expected".