David Beckham has revealed the extraordinary level of dedication Luis Enrique brought to Paris Saint-Germain, claiming the Spaniard effectively lived at the club's training base during his debut season. The legendary former Manchester United and Real Madrid midfielder shared insights from PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi regarding the coach's obsessive work ethic.
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has launched a scathing attack on Arsenal, labelling Mikel Artetaâs side "boring" despite their pursuit of a historic double. The Gunners are currently in pole position to end their 22-year wait for a Premier League title and have booked their place in the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain.
Referee Francois Letexier has broken his silence on the high-profile incident between Vinicius Junior and Gianluca Prestianni that rocked the Champions League earlier this year. The French official was forced to halt the knockout stage clash after the Real Madrid star reported receiving racial abuse from his Benfica counterpart.
Harry Kane has tipped Paris Saint-Germain to beat Arsenal in the Champions League final, claiming the French giants have earned their status as favourites to retain the crown. The England captain suffered European heartbreak as Bayern Munich were eliminated by Luis Enriqueâs side in a thrilling semi-final encounter.
Atletico Madrid have reportedly defined their firm stance on Julian Alvarez's future as the world's biggest clubs begin to circle for the Argentine forward. Despite recent European heartbreak, the Metropolitano hierarchy views the World Cup winner as the untouchable pillar of their long-term project.
Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen has launched a scathing attack on UEFA's officiating appointments following the club's painful Champions League semi-final exit at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain. The Bavarian giants were left incensed by several high-profile decisions at the Allianz Arena that ultimately cost them a place in the final.
In the Champions League semi-final second leg against PSG, Michael Olise was largely absent from the game. Did Luis Enrique devise a specific tactical ploy to contain the FC Bayern winger?
Paris Saint-Germain chairman Nasser Al-Khelaifi called Luis Enrique the best coach in the world after leading the club to another Champions League final. The Spaniard was praised for transforming Les Parisians into a unified and tactically disciplined team following his side's semi-final success against Bayern Munich this week.
Harry Kane has hit out at Bayern Munichâs lack of clinical edge following their agonising Champions League semi-final exit at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain. Despite the England captain finding the net late on, the German giants were unable to overturn their first-leg deficit, ending their dreams of continental glory in a 6-5 aggregate defeat.
Jamie Carragher has finally buried the hatchet with Luis Enrique after an incident involving several pints of beer and a Borussia Dortmund scarf left the Paris Saint-Germain boss refusing to speak to the CBS Sports crew. The awkward stand-off came to an end on live television as the Ligue 1 giants secured their place in another Champions League final.
Paris Saint-Germain booked their place in the Champions League final after edging Bayern Munich 6-5 on aggregate. But much of the post-match discussion centred on Luis Enriqueâs unusual tactical approach, which supporters believe completely shut down Michael Olise.
Diego Simeone has been caught in a moment of ultimate hypocrisy after video footage emerged of the Atletico Madrid boss stepping on the Arsenal club crest. The incident comes just days after the Argentine launched a furious pursuit of Ben White for a similar act of perceived disrespect during the first leg in Spain.
Paris Saint-Germain endured an agonising wait before finally lifting the European Cup, but 12 months after winning their first, they've got a glorious chance to collect their second after edging out Bayern Munich 6-5 on aggregate in an absorbing semi-final tie. Wednesday's second leg at the Allianz Arena may not have been anywhere near as chaotic as last week's nine-goal thriller at Parc des Princes, but Luis Enrique was just as enthused by his side's performance.
Steven Gerrard believes Arsenal will head into the Champions League final as underdogs against Paris Saint-Germain. The former Liverpool captain praised PSG's quality and warned that Mikel Arteta's side will need a near-perfect performance to win the European crown.
Vincent Kompany unleashed a blistering attack on the officiating after Bayern Munichâs Champions League dreams were ended by Paris Saint-Germain. The Belgian tactician watched his side fall to a 6-5 aggregate defeat at the Allianz Arena, but the post-match talk was dominated by two massive handball calls that went against the Bavarian giants.
FC Bayern's defeat in the second leg against Paris Saint-Germain was not caused by conceding too many goals, but by their record-breaking attack failing to deliver. It marked an unexpected end to a memorable clash with PSG.
The battle is over, with PSG going through to the final after holding Bayern to a 1-1 draw in Munich. However, the first leg will always be remembered as one of the best matches ever!
Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany accepted defeat with grace after their Champions League exit against PSG, yet he also expressed his bewilderment at the officials' interpretation of the handball rule.
FC Bayern suffered a dramatic Champions League semi-final exit at the hands of PSG. In the aftermath, commentators spoke of a new "bestia negra", a "flagging" and even "pathetic" record champions who were on the receiving end of a "handball drama".
Manuel Neuer hit out at Bayern Munich's lack of ruthlessness in front of goal following their Champions League exit at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain. Despite a late rally, the German giants were unable to overturn their first-leg deficit, leaving the veteran goalkeeper to reflect on what might have been.
Arsenal are preparing to offer manager Mikel Arteta a lucrative new contract this summer, regardless of whether the club capture the Premier League title or the Champions League trophy. The Gunners' hierarchy made this strategic decision in March to secure his long-term future. Arteta is fully focused on his historic double chase but remains in love with the current project.
Paris Saint-Germain are one step away from retaining their Champions League crown after holding Bayern Munich to a 1-1 draw in the second leg of their semi-final to triumph 6-5 on aggregate. After last week's nine-goal thriller at Parc des Princes, neutrals all across the globe were hoping to witness another all-time classic between two teams blessed with fantastic forward lines.
Bayern Munich's hopes of reaching the Champions League final were ended on Wednesday as they drew 1-1 with Paris Saint-Germain on the night, leading to them losing their semi-final 6-5 on aggregate. The defending champions scored early and defended doggedly, meaning Harry Kane's late equaliser counted for nothing in the end.
Mikel Arteta is preparing a major summer clear-out at Arsenal to balance the books after last yearâs unprecedented spending. Despite banking huge UEFA prize money during their current run to the Champions League final, the Gunners remain cautious of financial sustainability rules and must offload several senior players to fund further elite additions to their squad.
Harry Kane and Bayern Munich were left fuming after a controversial handball shout was waved away during their Champions League semi-final against PSG. While the Bavarians felt aggrieved at the Allianz Arena, the decision to not award a penalty was rooted in a specific Law of the Game, as the refereeâs call was backed by a technicality regarding team-mate deflections that ultimately saved the visitors.
TV pundit Michael Ballack lost his cool during the Champions League semi-final second leg between Bayern Munich and PSG. The outburst followed a highly questionable decision by the referee â and things only got worse. Vincent Kompany was also furious after two further incidents.
Arsenal have secured their place in the Champions League final for the first time in two decades, but their victory over Atletico Madrid has been overshadowed by explosive allegations from the Spanish capital. Madrid mayor Jose Luis Martinez-Almeida has sensationally claimed the contest was rigged, suggesting European footballâs governing body conspired to ensure the Gunners progressed at the expense of Diego Simeoneâs side.