Joshua Kimmich has moved to diffuse tensions with Vinicius Junior as Bayern Munich travel to the Santiago Bernabeu to face Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie. The Germany international insists there is no lingering animosity following their previous high-stakes encounters in Europe.
It was one of those passes that only Trent Alexander-Arnold could play. Liverpool had struggled to break down Tottenham in December 2024, Spurs holding strong for 23 minutes despite waves of pressure. And then, Alexander-Arnold delivered the killer ball. He drifted in from the right wing, created the ideal angle, and whipped a cross in between two centre-backs, right onto Luis Diaz's head.
As Bayern Munich prepare to face the reigning European champions, Joshua Kimmich has singled out Harry Kane as the man capable of tipping the scales in their favour. The striker has enjoyed another stellar season in Bavaria, but Kimmich insists his value extends far beyond the goals he provides on the pitch.
Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has admitted it is impossible to formulate a flawless tactical plan to stop Real Madrid ahead of their Champions League quarter-final clash. However, the Belgian coach remains optimistic about the availability of star striker Harry Kane, dismissing fears that the forward has lost his match sharpness despite a recent spell on the sidelines.
Ahead of the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final against Real Madrid, Tom Bischof received special praise from manager Vincent Kompany. He also brought back fond memories for Joshua Kimmich.
Bayern Munich legend Lothar Matthaus has heaped praise on the club's current attacking line, comparing their clinical coordination to that of a luxury timepiece. However, the former Balon d'Or winner insists that tactical brilliance alone will not be enough to overcome Real Madrid in their upcoming Champions League showdown.
Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has firmly rejected suggestions that integrating superstars Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham back into his starting XI risks damaging his team's tactical balance. Ahead of a crucial Champions League clash against Bayern Munich, the coach defended his star-studded squad, labelling the challenge of fitting the elite duo into his starting line-up as a massive advantage.
Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has publicly offered his support to Barcelona's Lamine Yamal as the two rivals put club colours aside to tackle the ongoing issue of racism in Spanish football. Following recent incidents involving both players, the Brazilian forward emphasized the need for high-profile figures to use their platforms to protect those without a voice.
Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has jumped to the defence of Kylian Mbappe amid criticism of the Frenchman, insisting he fully understands the weight of the white shirt. Speaking ahead of a monumental Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich, Arbeloa emphasised the "extraordinary luck" of having the forward available for Europe's biggest stage.
Bayern Munich are facing a race against time to have Harry Kane leading the line for their monumental Champions League quarter-final first leg against Real Madrid. The England captain has been struggling with an ankle issue that kept him out of domestic action at the weekend, leaving fans and coaching staff anxious ahead of the trip to the Santiago Bernabeu.
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