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Guendouzi and Greenwood hit with UEFA bans

UEFA has handed down significant punishments following the chaotic scenes that marred the Champions League play-off second leg between Lyon and Fenerbahce. The disciplinary body focused heavily on former Arsenal midfielder Matteo Guendouzi and ex-Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood after a post-match brawl erupted at the Groupama Stadium.

Yaya Toure eyes Barcelona after historic Champions League win

Yaya Toure has guided Slovan Bratislava into the Champions League proper following a sensational away victory against Celje. The rookie manager has now admitted he wants his side to face former clubs Barcelona and Manchester City in the main stage.

📽️ | Guendouzi sparks MASS brawl as Lyon staff member attempts shocking flying kick

Matteo Guendouzi found himself at the centre of a violent post-match brawl following Fenerbahce's crucial Champions League play-off victory against Lyon. The former Arsenal midfielder repeatedly taunted the French crowd, ultimately provoking a shocking physical altercation with a furious Lyon staff member near the tunnel.

LASK v Celtic - UEFA Champions League 2026/27 Play-Offs Second Leg

'I'm responsible' - O'Neill takes blame as Celtic collapse against LASK

Martin O'Neill took full responsibility after Celtic suffered an extraordinary collapse against LASK to crash out of Champions League qualifying. The Scottish giants squandered a commanding 4-0 aggregate lead before falling to a 5-1 second-leg thrashing after extra time, missing out on the league phase for the second consecutive campaign.

Celtic v LASK - UEFA Champions League 2026/27 Play-Offs First Leg

'We looked scared!' - McGregor slams 'passive' Celtic after historic Champions League collapse

Celtic captain Callum McGregor has issued a grovelling apology to supporters after his side threw away a four-goal aggregate lead to crash out of the Champions League against LASK. The Hoops suffered a monumental 5-4 extra-time defeat in Austria and will now drop into the Europa League.

O'Neill hails 'world-class' Duran as Celtic beat LASK

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill praised Camilo Duran after the Colombian winger struck a sublime brace to inspire a commanding 3-0 win over Austrian outfit LASK at Celtic Park. The Scottish champions made significant progress in their quest for a Champions League spot ahead of next week's crucial play-off second leg in Linz.