Guardiola relishing Kevin De Bruyne reunion ahead of UCL showdown
Pep Guardiola is looking forward to Kevin De Bruyne’s return to the Etihad as Manchester City and Napoli prepare to lock horns in the league phase of this season’s UEFA Champions League competition. De Bruyne left Manchester City in the summer, following the expiration of his contract with the Prmier League club. The Belgian playmaker […]
Ancelotti compares Brazilian duo Endrick and Estevao after dream moves
Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has reflected on the contrasting trajectories of Real Madrid striker Endrick and Chelsea winger Estevao following their high-profile moves to Europe, describing both as future stars of the national team. Endrick, who joined Madrid in the summer of 2024 for a package worth up to €60 million, has found the adjustment […]
Luis Enrique confident Paris Saint-Germain can repeat UCL success
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique believes it will be “easier” for his team to win the Champions League again following their shocking triumph over an experienced Inter Milan side in last season’s final. Les Parisiens open their Champions League defence on Wednesday against Atalanta, aiming to continue the tradition of reigning champions beginning the new […]
Harry Kane urges strong Champions League start from Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has stressed the importance of making a strong start to this season’s Champions League campaign, insisting early momentum could spare the Bavarians from added pressure later in the competition. Last season, Bayern struggled in the inaugural league phase, finishing 12th and being forced into a knockout play-off against Celtic, which […]
Gnabry “enjoying” strong Bayern start despite uncertain future
Bayern Munich forward Serge Gnabry insists he is currently focused on enjoying his and the Bavarians’ strong start to the 2025/2026 season despite his uncertain contract situation at the Bay Arena. Gnabry’s current contract with the Bundesliga champions expires at the end of the season, with several clubs said to be keeping a close eye […]
Xabi Alonso talks up Mbappe’s influence at Real Madrid ahead of UCL opener
Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso has identified French superstar Kylian Mbappe as one of the leadership figures of his squad ahead of their opening game of this season’s UEFA Champions League league phase against Olympique Marseille. Widely reputed to be the Kings of Europe, the Spanish giants kick off their pursuit of a record 16th […]
Tottenham boss Thomas Frank relishing Champions League test against Valencia
Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank is looking forward to coaching his first-ever UEFA Champions League match with his side set to welcome La Liga-based Villarreal to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Tuesday. The Lillywhites approach Tuesday’s UCL clash buoyed by a 3-0 victory away at London rivals West Ham, their third win in four Premier […]
Maresca explains Chelsea team selection after Brentford draw
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has made it clear he has no regrets over his team selection in Saturday’s frustrating draw with Brentford. With a Champions League showdown against Bayern Munich on Wednesday, Maresca rotated his starting XI. Full-backs Marc Cucurella, Reece James, and Malo Gusto began on the bench, while Facundo Buonanotte started in […]
Barcelona’s Flick furious with Spain after Lamine Yamal injury setback
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has hit out at the Spanish National team for their management of Lamine Yamal after discovering the youngster will be unable to feature in the Blaugrana’s upcoming La Liga clash with Valencia. Yamal came back from national team duty in severe pain and was unable to take part in training. The […]
Galatasaray provide Osimhen fitness update ahead of UCL opener
Galatasaray boss Okan Buruk has suggested that Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen could be available for Thursday’s UEFA Champions League clash with Eintracht Frankfurt, even if he has to play while managing discomfort. Osimhen suffered an injury setback while away on international duty with Nigeria last week. The masked hitman sustained an ankle injury during the […]
