THE BIG ONE: El Clásico highlights a must-watch week on SuperSport

SuperSport is set to deliver a massive sporting week of global significance, headlined by Real Madrid's demanding schedule including the season's first El Clásico.

Beyond the Spanish football rivalry, fans can look forward to high-stakes URC action, the Proteas in key cricket clashes, and the Formula 1 Mexican Grand Prix, confirming SuperSport has all the must-watch live action.

Prepare for an unprecedented week of global sporting drama as SuperSport, Your World of Champions, confirms its status as the home of premium action.

This spectacular week is headlined by the season's first massive Spanish derby and a huge double-header for the Spanish giants, ensuring this is a dense, must-watch sporting weekend.

Whether your passion is football, rugby, cricket, or Formula 1, SuperSport has you covered with every moment live.

REAL MADRID’S DEFINING WEEK: JUVENTUS AND EL CLÁSICO

The spotlight this week is firmly fixed on the Santiago Bernabéu as Real Madrid faces two challenges that could define their early season.

First, the UEFA Champions League midweek test sees Los Blancos host Italian giants Juventus on Wednesday, 22 October, at 9pm.

Real Madrid look to maintain their perfect European record against a tough Juventus side.

The stakes then skyrocket on Sunday, 26 October, at 5:15pm, when Real Madrid host arch-rivals Barcelona in the season’s opening El Clásico.

The first Clásico of the season is surrounded by intrigue, with both LaLiga giants nursing injury concerns, including the fitness of key defensive stars like Dani Carvajal and Trent Alexander-Arnold.

Coach Xabi Alonso will navigate this clash hoping to secure a vital victory against Hansi Flick’s determined Barcelona side, potentially relying on Federico Valverde to deputize at right-back.

GLOBAL FOOTBALL FEAST

The high-octane football action extends well beyond Spain with two other massive fixtures.

Arsenal aims for a momentous victory on Tuesday, 21 October, at 9pm, when they face Diego Simeone's resilient Atlético Madrid in the UEFA Champions League; a win would achieve the Gunners' 100th victory in the tournament.

Meanwhile, the Serie A title race takes centre stage on Saturday, 25 October, at 6pm as reigning champions Napoli host league leaders Inter Milan.

Napoli desperately need a win to end a four-game winless streak and stop Inter from pulling four points clear in the Scudetto race.

The Premier League dishes up huge clashes, including Man Utd v Brighton, Brentford v Liverpool, Arsenal v Crystal Palace, Aston Villa v Man City, and Everton v Spurs, all available across the weekend.

Closer to home, the Carling Knockout Quarterfinals promise thrilling local action, featuring fixtures such as Orlando Pirates v Magesi.

CRICKET: PROTEAS’ CRUCIAL WEEK

South African cricket dominates the week with both the men’s and women’s teams in action.

In the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup, the Proteas ladies, who have already qualified for the semifinals, face two massive games: Pakistan today, (21 October), and table-toppers Australia on Saturday, 25 October.

The Proteas men also continue their second test match against Pakistan this week, with the action live on SuperSport.

URC SHOWDOWN: GLASGOW v BULLS HEADLINE THRILLING WEEKEND

The United Rugby Championship (URC) delivers top-tier rugby action, highlighted by a clash of styles overseas.

Glasgow Warriors v Vodacom Bulls is the highlight fixture of the weekend, promising a classic North v South encounter as the Bulls travel to take on the Warriors at the Scotstoun Stadium on 24 October, with kick-off at 7:45pm.

Glasgow come off a commanding 42-17 win over Ospreys, while the Bulls edged Connacht 28-27. Both sides are in strong form and ready for another fierce contest.

Meanwhile Ulster face the Fidelity ADT Lions on Saturday, 25 October, at Ellis Park with kick-off at 1:45pm.

Ulster narrowly beat the Hollywoodbets Sharks 26-24, while the Lions overcame Scarlets 29-18. Both teams head into this one buzzing with confidence and hungry to extend their winning streaks.

The Sharks will host Scarlets at Kings Park Stadium also on Saturday, with kick-off at 4pm.

Both sides suffered defeats over the weekend and will be eager to bounce back. Expect a determined and hard-fought encounter in Durban.

Finally Benetton and the DHL Stormers lock horns on Saturday at Stadio Monigo, kicking off at 6:30pm.

The Stormers are full of momentum after a 31-13 win over Zebre, while Benetton will look to recover from their 43-0 defeat to Edinburgh. Expect a fiery response from both sides.

FORMULA 1: THE FIGHT CONTINUES IN MEXICO

The Formula 1 season roars into the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez for the Mexico City Grand Prix on Sunday.

The title fight continues as Max Verstappen chases down Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris in the standings, ensuring tight racing on the high-altitude circuit.

With world-class rugby, high-stakes football, thrilling cricket, and Formula 1 drama, there is no better place to catch all the live action than SuperSport, Your World of Champions.