Callum McGregor urged his Celtic team-mates to block out the hostile Ibrox atmosphere during Sunday's Premier Sports Cup quarter-final against Rangers. With no visiting supporters allowed inside the stadium, the skipper insists the squad must stay calm and impose their aggressive passing style.
Martin O'Neill expects a hostile atmosphere when Celtic travel to face Rangers in Sunday's Premier Sports Cup quarter-final without away supporters. Former captain Scott Brown insisted that an early goal will be essential to turn the 50,000 home fans anxious.
Marco Rose praised his Bournemouth side's fighting spirit despite setting an unwanted Premier League record in an entertaining 2-2 draw against Brentford at the Vitality Stadium. After Marcus Tavernier overturned Kevin Schade's opener, a costly goalkeeping error allowed the Bees to level and extend the Cherries' frustrating wait for a first league win.
Pierre Sage was left exasperated after 10-man Crystal Palace conceded a crushing 90th-minute winner to slip to a 3-2 Premier League defeat against Ipswich Town at Selhurst Park on Saturday. Despite Jorgen Strand Larsen cancelling out Leif Davis' header, substitute Zian Flemming struck at the death to punish Axel Disasi's costly first-half red card.
A lively squirrel temporarily stole the spotlight at TQL Stadium on Saturday night, scampering across the turf to briefly halt play during an enthralling 3-3 draw between FC Cincinnati and Charlotte FC. The unexpected animal cameo brought loud cheers from the home crowd amid a chaotic Major League Soccer encounter packed with six goals.
Antoine Griezmann continued his red-hot form at Inter.co Stadium on Saturday night, scoring for a fifth straight game to set Orlando City on course for a dominant 3-0 victory against Toronto FC. Late efforts from rookie Harvey Sarajian and Ivan Angulo sealed the points to snap the visitors' seven-match unbeaten run in Major League Soccer.
Lionel Messi looked to have inspired Inter Miami to a vital victory with a spectacular second-half strike against Eastern Conference leaders Nashville SC. However, the Herons were denied all three points when Sam Surridge struck late in stoppage time to salvage a dramatic 2-2 draw for the visitors at Nu Stadium on Saturday night.
Christian Pulisic marked his first competitive appearance since the 2026 World Cup by creating a crucial goal as AC Milan recovered from a two-goal deficit to secure a 2-2 draw away to Lazio. Ruben Amorim brought on the American winger at the interval, sparking a spirited second-half revival at the Stadio Olimpico on Saturday evening.
River Plate suffered an unexpected pre-match disruption when their official team bus became wedged on a ramp while departing their hotel. The Argentine giants swiftly arranged replacement transport to reach the Estadio Jose Fierro, where they subsequently secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over ten-man Atletico Tucuman on Saturday evening.
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has firmly brushed aside persistent criticism regarding the regular selection of his son Giuliano within the starting line-up. The Rojiblancos boss insisted that the winger's tireless work ethic speaks for itself on the pitch as his side travel to Real Sociedad looking to halt a concerning two-match losing run.
Arsenal maintained their 100 percent start to the Premier League campaign with a 2-0 win at Sunderland thanks to goals from Bruno Guimaraes and Bukayo Saka. However, manager Mikel Arteta was left furious with the match officials after David Raya was forced to pull off a vital penalty save following a highly contentious spot-kick award.
Real Madrid delivered an emphatic response to their recent domestic slip-up by comfortably brushing aside city rivals Rayo Vallecano at the Santiago Bernabeu. Led by a clinical brace from Kylian Mbappe, the hosts moved level on points with leaders Barcelona to maintain strong early momentum at the top of the Liga table after five games.
Kylian Mbappe produced a virtuoso performance at the Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday evening, leading Real Madrid to a commanding 4-1 victory over Rayo Vallecano. The French superstar was at the heart of everything positive for Jose Mourinho's side, netting a clinical brace and providing an assist to ensure Los Blancos bounced back from their recent domestic struggles in style.
Manchester United target Martin Baturina proved why he is tipped to inherit Luka Modric's mantle after leading Como 1907 to a 4-1 Champions League win against RB Leipzig. The Croatian midfielder scored Como's first-ever goal in the competition before claiming Player of the Match honors.
Sergino Dest described PSV Eindhoven's 1-1 Champions League draw against Shakhtar Donetsk as 'bitter' despite scoring a vital second-half equaliser. Meanwhile, team-mate Kodai Sano expressed pride after fulfilling his childhood dream by making his debut in the competition.
Archie Brown scored a crucial equaliser as Fenerbahce held Roma to a 1-1 draw on their Champions League return. However, the English full-back was left utterly stunned in the mixed zone after learning that head coach Ismail Kartal had announced his resignation during his press conference.
Arda Turan expressed pride after Shakhtar Donetsk earned a 1-1 Champions League draw at PSV Eindhoven. The Turkish head coach shared an emotional story about 19-year-old debutant Isaque before debutant goalscorer Gleiker Mendoza praised the team's tactical bravery.
Ruben van Bommel expressed disappointment after PSV Eindhoven opened their UEFA Champions League campaign with a 1-1 draw against Shakhtar Donetsk. The winger also hit out at public criticism following his controversial Eredivisie challenge on Ajax defender Aaron Bouwman.
Ruben Aguilar labelled RC Lens's thrilling 3-2 Champions League win over Slavia Prague as completely unpredictable after scoring a 93rd-minute winner. The full-back praised the unique culture at the club alongside his close bond with fellow goalscorer Florian Thauvin.
Florian Thauvin praised the incredible mental strength of RC Lens after avoiding a nightmare defeat against ten-man Slavia Prague. The French forward scored a dramatic 91st-minute equaliser before Ruben Aguilar completed a wild 3-2 Champions League comeback.
Lisandro Martinez labelled himself 'one of the happiest people in the world' after netting his first Old Trafford goal during Manchester United's 4-0 Champions League win over Sabah. The Argentine defender praised the team's relentless intensity before turning his focus toward the upcoming Manchester derby.
Patrick Dorgu hailed an 'incredible feeling' after providing an assist and securing a clean sheet on his Champions League debut during Manchester United's 4-0 win against Sabah. The young defender filled in for Luke Shaw to help secure United's first shutout of the season.
Benjamin Sesko described Manchester United's 4-0 victory over Sabah as 'perfect for everyone' after scoring in their Champions League return at Old Trafford. The Slovenian striker hailed the team's dominant performance as ideal preparation for Sunday's Manchester derby.
Michael Olise produced a trademark deadpan post-match response after starring with two goals in Bayern Munich's 5-0 Champions League win over Bodo/Glimt. The winger proved a man of few words as Mr Nonchalant shrugged off Bayern's ruthless second-half display.
RB Leipzig head coach Martin Demichelis pulled no punches after watching his side suffer a humiliating 4-1 defeat away to European debutants Como on Thursday night. The Argentine tactician lamented costly individual mistakes and a severe lack of on-pitch cohesion as the Bundesliga outfit endured a nightmare opening fixture in the Champions League.
RB Leipzig defensive leaders David Raum and Willi Orban have delivered a scathing verdict on their side's performance following a humiliating 4-1 defeat against Como. The Bundesliga outfit were completely outclassed on Thursday evening as Cesc Fabregas's European debutants ran riot at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia in the Champions League opener.
Bodo/Glimt winger Jens Petter Hauge has backed Bayern Munich as genuine contenders to lift the Champions League following their commanding 5-0 victory. Despite a resilient first-half showing in Munich, the Norwegian outfit collapsed under relentless pressure after the break as Vincent Kompany's side turned on the style at the Allianz Arena.
Como head coach Cesc Fabregas has warned his squad not to get carried away after securing a stunning 4-1 victory against RB Leipzig on their Champions League debut. While acknowledging a historic milestone for the club, the Spaniard insisted their celebrations would only last five minutes before full focus switches back to Serie A duties.
Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has written another chapter in European football history after starting against Bodo/Glimt in the Champions League. The 40-year-old custodian has now featured across 18 separate European campaigns for the Bavarian giants, surpassing the long-standing club milestone previously set by former team-mate Thomas Muller.
Fenerbahce plunged into utter turmoil following their Champions League clash against Roma as head coach Ismail Kartal unexpectedly announced his immediate resignation. However, club president Aziz Yildirim swiftly intervened minutes later, firmly rejecting the tactician's departure and insisting the 65-year-old would remain in his post.
