Cruzeiro secured a 2-1 away victory against Corinthians on Sunday, propelled by goals from substitute forwards ahead of a crucial Libertadores showdown.
Espanyol opened their La Liga campaign with a dominant victory over Levante at RCDE Stadium, highlighted by a stellar brace from Roberto.
Mexican soccer faces mounting tensions as fans and lower-division clubs protest the permanent elimination of promotion and relegation by league executives.
Racing de Santander returned to La Liga with a dramatic 2-2 draw against Villarreal after a flurry of spectacular first-half goals at El Sardinero.