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📽️ | Bellingham's gobsmacked reaction to Valverde's hat-trick

Jude Bellingham was caught on camera looking completely stunned as Federico Valverde tore Manchester City apart with a clinical hat-trick. The England international, watching from the stands due to injury, couldn't hide his shock at the Uruguayan’s masterclass in the Champions League.

Valverde & the 20 players in L'Equipe's exclusive 10/10 club

Within a Real Madrid squad that is packed full of Galacticos, Fede Valverde is rarely singled out for what he offers to Los Blancos despite his obvious importance to the team. On Wednesday, though, he was able to hog the limelight after his stunning first-half hat-trick saw off Manchester City in the Champions League. His performance also earned him the rarest of plaudits: A 10/10 rating from L'Equipe.

📽️ | Valverde 'handed Ballon d'Or' after Man City hat-trick

Federico Valverde produced a masterclass that will go down in Champions League folklore, leading Real Madrid to a dominant 3-0 victory over Manchester City. The Uruguayan midfield engine was outstanding, netting a stunning hat-trick to help the Spanish giants put one foot in the quarter-finals. His performance was so good that a reporter in the mixed zone decided to skip the formalities and jokingly crown him with a 'Ballon d'Or' on the spot.

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Trent hails Valverde as 'world's most underrated player'

Real Madrid star Trent Alexander-Arnold has heaped praise on Federico Valverde, describing him as the "most underrated player" in world football following a sensational display against Manchester City. The Uruguayan international took centre stage as Los Blancos secured a dominant 3-0 victory in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie at the Bernabeu. Despite the absence of Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham, Valverde’s first-half hat-trick dismantled Pep Guardiola's side in a rampant 22-minute spell.

"Tactical novice": English press slams Pep and City

Manchester City went down to Real Madrid and faces an early exit from the Champions League. The English press had nothing good to say about Pep Guardiola and his team.

Valverde overjoyed after spectacular victory: "These are the nights you dream of"

Federico Valverde put on a spectacular show in Real Madrid's surprisingly clear victory over Manchester City.

Valverde is 'everything a Madrid player should be' - Arbeloa

Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa showered Fede Valverde with immense praise following a commanding 3-0 win over Manchester City, describing the midfielder as the ultimate "benchmark" for the club. Arbeloa emphasised that Valverde embodies every quality a Real Madrid player should possess and remains the definitive standard-bearer for the modern era after his Champions League masterclass.

Haaland's horror statistics: "It's impressive to see someone like him like that."

Guardiola's striker remains goalless in the Champions League too, continuing his month-long goal drought.

Pep gets his tactics wrong AGAIN as O'Reilly run ragged

Manchester City have a mountain to climb in the Champions League after slumping to a 3-0 defeat to Real Madrid in the first leg of their last 16 tie at the Bernabeu. Pep Guardiola raised eyebrows with his team selection in the Spanish capital and saw his team simply swept away by Los Blancos, with Fede Valverde stealing the show for the hosts with a brilliant first-half hat-trick.

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Guardiola discusses Man City exit and retirement

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has once again fueled speculation regarding his future at the Etihad Stadium, dropping a fresh hint that his storied coaching career could be reaching its natural conclusion. The 55-year-old, who has transformed the landscape of English football since 2016, is under contract until 2027, but the narrative surrounding an early exit continues to gather momentum.

Real Madrid vs Manchester City predictions: City seal first-leg lead

We’ve got three Real Madrid vs Manchester City predictions for this Champions League round-of-16 game at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday, 11 March.

Dortmund fend off PL giants with Nmecha deal

Borussia Dortmund have secured a massive boost with the confirmation of a new contract for star midfielder Felix Nmecha. The Bundesliga club moved swiftly to fend off heavy interest from top Premier League sides, tying the 25-year-old down until 2030. Nmecha's renewal secures Dortmund's midfield metronome for his peak years ahead of the World Cup.

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Pep jokes about Mbappe's Paris meet-up with actress

Pep Guardiola couldn't help but crack a smile when the name of Kylian Mbappe cropped up during his latest press duties. Ahead of Manchester City's seismic Champions League round of 16 first-leg clash against Real Madrid, the Catalan coach found himself fielding questions about the French superstar’s supposed off-field movements in Paris with Spanish actress Ester Exposito.

Because of Guardiola: Real Madrid apparently warns its own fans

Real Madrid is cracking down on its own fans – and the reason for this is Manchester City's Pep Guardiola.

Kinsky, Karius & the worst-ever UCL goalkeeper displays

Antonin Kinsky's name will live in Tottenham and Champions League infamy for ever more. The Spurs goalkeeper was thrust into the line-up for Tuesday's last-16 first leg at Atletico Madrid, only to last just 17 minutes after twice gifting goals to Diego Simeone's side in what will go down as one of the worst goalkeeping performances in the history of Europe's premier club competition.

Madrid must move for Rodri NOW & solve their biggest issue

Real Madrid are not, objectively, having that bad of a season. They are within four points of Barcelona atop La Liga - a not insurmountable gap - and are in the Champions League round of 16 despite a tough league-phase slate of fixtures. Yes, they fired a manager in Xabi Alonso and face uncertainty in the dugout, but success is not beyond Los Blancos in 2025-26.

PSG's Donnarumma gamble has backfired big time

Paris Saint-Germain were by far the best team in Europe last season. Luis Enrique's side stormed to a Ligue 1 and Coupe de France double in France, and swept aside the likes of Manchester City, Liverpool and Arsenal before thrashing Inter in the Champions League final to finally claim the club's first continental crown.

Real Madrid vs Manchester City: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Champions League match between Real Madrid and Manchester City, as well as kick-off time and team news

Guardiola warns Man City ahead of Real Madrid clash

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has issued a clear challenge to his squad ahead of their monumental Champions League clash with Real Madrid, insisting that his players must prioritise their identity over the fear of failure. Speaking ahead of the trip to the Santiago Bernabeu, the Catalan coach emphasised that success in Europe’s elite competition is not just about the final score, but about the courage to play without restraint on the grandest stage of all.

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Donnarumma relieved by Mbappe absence for Real Madrid

Manchester City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma has expressed a massive sense of relief as Kylian Mbappe remains sidelined for the upcoming Champions League clash against Real Madrid. While acknowledging the immense talent of his former Paris Saint-Germain teammate, the Italian admits facing a Madrid side without their talisman provides a welcome tactical advantage.

Guardiola: "How to stop Vinicius? Let's get on our bikes and race him."

The Manchester City manager jokes at a press conference on the eve of the match between Real Madrid and Manchester City.

Barton remanded in custody after alleged assault

Joey Barton has been remanded into custody until next month after appearing in court charged with assaulting a man near a golf club in Merseyside. The former Manchester City and Newcastle United midfielder appeared at Liverpool Magistrates’ Court alongside co-accused Gary O’Grady on Tuesday following his arrest over the weekend.

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Cherki's ‘confusing’ flaw revealed by ex-Lyon teammate

Manchester City’s summer signing Rayan Cherki has long been hailed as one of the most natural talents in world football, but former Lyon teammate Remy Riou has shed light on the frustrating side of the playmaker’s game. Despite being described as a freestyle football player similar to Ronaldinho, Riou believes Cherki’s tendency to overcomplicate things often hampered his efficiency during their time together in France.

Juventus, a top player for free: the situation for Bernardo Silva and Goretzka

The Bianconeri are evaluating the two deals, two opportunities at no cost for the summer.

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Will Mbappe face City? Arbeloa delivers injury update

Alvaro Arbeloa has delivered an update on Kylian Mbappe's fitness ahead of the first leg of Real Madrid's Champions League round of 16 tie against Manchester City. The French forward has been struggling with a persistent knee injury, missing Los Blancos last three games across all competitions.

Barton arrested after alleged golf club fight

Former Manchester City and Newcastle United midfielder Joey Barton has reportedly been arrested on suspicion of wounding following an alleged fight at a golf club. The incident in question is said to have taken place on the evening of Sunday, March 8 at a sporting facility on Merseyside. It is claimed that Barton was taken into custody by local police.

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