November is often the month when the noise settles and patterns begin to harden across Europe’s top leagues. Title contenders reveal themselves, early-season hype gets tested, and the grind of domestic and European football starts to stretch squads to their limits. Across the continent, November 2025 delivered statement wins, surprise stumbles, and individual performances that shaped the narrative heading into the winter months.

In this new series of blog posts, we will be posting a monthly round-up of the action across Europe’s top divisions, and any major talking points we’ve seen over the latest month of action. If we’ve missed something in this post that you saw over the month please do get in touch with us on all the usual places (Bluesky @NextGoalWinner – Instagram @NextGoalWin), and if you prefer an audio round up of the action then do check out our YouTube channel (@NextGoalWinner) where we post weekly reviews on there of all the key talking points in the Premier League and around Europe.

Serie A

Serie A lived up to its billing in November, with several clubs jostling for early advantage in what looks set to be a tightly contested title race. Defending champions Napoli produced one of the standout results of the month, climbing to the top of the standings with a convincing 3–1 victory over Atalanta, with David Neres starring up front. That win underlined Napoli’s attacking threat and ability to recover form after earlier mixed results.

But they were not alone at the summit. Inter Milan remained firmly in the hunt throughout the month, their consistent form keeping them right on Napoli’s heels. Inter’s balance between defence and attack has been a key differentiator, particularly in tight games against Torino and Spezia. AC Milan also stayed close, anchoring third with a string of hard-fought points, including a 2–2 draw in the Derby della Madonnina where Rafael Leão impressed but defensive lapses proved costly.

Further down the table, stories of managerial change and tactical tweaks added layers to the narrative. Atalanta replaced Ivan Jurić with Raffaele Palladino mid‑month in search of a spark, while mid‑table stalwarts like Roma and Bologna impressed intermittently but lacked real consistency. The push for European places promises to be fascinating as December approaches.

La Liga

Spain’s top flight was dominated by Barcelona, who continued their strong campaign in November, cementing their position at the top of La Liga. The Catalans combined clinical attacking play with improved defensive organisation, keeping pressure on their nearest challengers.

Real Madrid kept the pressure on behind them. A notable moment came when young forward Gonzalo García scored a hat‑trick in a 5–1 win over Real Betis, stepping up in the absence of injured stars and sparking fresh optimism among Los Blancos’ fans.

Meanwhile, Atlético Madrid produced some of the league’s most entertaining displays, including a 3–0 win over Sevilla where Julián Álvarez, Thiago Almada, and Antoine Griezmann all found the net, Griezmann marking the milestone of his 200th La Liga goal. Villarreal remained competitive in the European positions, ensuring the battle for the top four stays alive as mid‑season nears.

Bundesliga

In Germany, Bayern Munich reasserted their dominance, maintaining a strong position atop the league thanks to sharp finishing and tactical stability under Vincent Kompany. Harry Kane continued to lead the scoring charts, while Jamal Musiala impressed with creativity and link-up play.

RB Leipzig and Bayer Leverkusen produced eye-catching performances, both domestically and in Europe, making a strong case as top-four contenders. Borussia Dortmund remained entertaining, with a mixture of brilliant attacking sequences and frustrating defensive lapses, often leaving games wide open until the final whistle.

Rotation and squad depth became critical themes, as German sides balanced league and European commitments. Coaches increasingly leaned on emerging talent, testing who could step up when games came thick and fast.

Ligue 1

In France, Paris Saint-Germain remained dominant but faced more challenges than in previous seasons. While not always at their most fluid, the team’s combination of experience and flair, anchored by top scorer Mason Greenwood, saw them edge crucial matches and maintain first place.

Lens enjoyed a scintillating run during November, displaying tactical discipline and attacking verve that made them one of Ligue 1’s most compelling sides. Marseille also impressed with a strong home record, including a 3–0 victory over Brest that kept them firmly in the top-four mix.

Elsewhere, Lyon and Nice oscillated between promising performances and disappointing results, illustrating Ligue 1’s growing competitiveness beyond PSG. The title race remains open, and every point is proving precious.

Eredivisie

The Dutch Eredivisie continued to showcase attacking football and youth development throughout November. PSV Eindhoven led the charge, riding an unbeaten sequence and setting the pace at the top with a blend of high pressing and ruthless finishing.

Close behind, Ajax remained competitive with a mixture of experienced players and academy graduates stepping up in key moments. The team’s improved consistency over the month kept them firmly in contention for the title.

Feyenoord and Twente stayed in the mix for European places, combining attacking intent with occasional defensive questions. The league continues to highlight emerging talent and exciting attacking football, keeping the race for the top European spots compelling.

Other

Beyond the Big Five leagues, several other European competitions produced compelling narratives. In Portugal, Sporting CP and Porto battled for the Primeira Liga lead, with Benfica closely following in third. In Scotland, Celtic and Rangers continued their historic rivalry, both balancing league and European commitments. In Belgium and Türkiye, traditional powers faced strong challenges from well-organised contenders, adding drama and unpredictability to domestic campaigns.

Don’t forget if you have anything you saw this last month that we have missed, or you’re looking ahead to any big European football moments next month, you can get in touch with us on all the usual places (Bluesky @NextGoalWinner – Instagram @NextGoalWin), and if you prefer an audio round up of the action then do check out our YouTube channel (@NextGoalWinner).