Luis Enrique has heaped praise on Ousmane Dembele following his game-changing performance against Strasbourg, highlighting the Frenchman's education at Barcelona as a key factor in his success. The winger came off the bench to secure a 3-1 victory for Paris Saint-Germain, demonstrating the tactical intelligence his manager believes was forged at the Camp Nou.
Manchester City maintained their perfect start to the Premier League season with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Ipswich Town, but the win was overshadowed by a series of fitness concerns. Star striker Erling Haaland was among several key players to pick up knocks, leaving fans anxious ahead of a demanding fixture schedule.
Klaus Toppmoller turned Leverkusen into arguably the most attractive sides in Europe during the early 2000s, but they failed to get their hands on a single piece of silverware
Luis Enrique has urged his Paris Saint-Germain players to find greater consistency despite their impressive 4-2 Champions League victory over Manchester City. The Spanish head coach admitted his side were fortunate not to throw away their commanding lead during a chaotic second half.
AC Milan have intensified their efforts to sign prolific Club Brugge marksman Nicolo Tresoldi after watching the youngster single-handedly dismantle city rivals Inter in the Champions League. RedBird chief Gerry Cardinale is eager to bring the €50m-rated forward back to Italy amid fierce competition from across the continent.
Former Manchester United winger Antony revealed that his family residence in Seville was broken into while he was playing for Real Betis on Wednesday. The Brazilian international was helping his new club secure a vital Champions League home victory against Porto, only to return and discover his personal space had been completely violated by burglars.
Manchester City head coach Enzo Maresca has opened up on his post-match conversation with Pep Guardiola following the club's disappointing Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. The legendary former boss made a high-profile return to the Etihad Stadium as a spectator, providing a significant talking point during a turbulent period for the reigning Premier League champions.
Ousmane Dembele joked he needs more holidays after scoring in Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League victory over Manchester City. PSG head coach Luis Enrique has now playfully responded to his star forward's cheeky request ahead of their upcoming fixtures.
Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori has opened up about the emotional rollercoaster of the 2025-26 season, revealing that some members of the squad were initially reluctant to participate in their Premier League title parade. The Italian international admitted that the pain of a Champions League final defeat hung heavy over the team, even as they prepared to celebrate their domestic success with the fans.
Manchester United players have reportedly axed a planned team dinner following their painful Champions League defeat against Atletico Madrid. The decision comes amidst growing tension at Old Trafford after defender Lisandro Martinez launched an explosive outburst directed at the board.
French legend Marcel Desailly has sensationally suggested that Real Madrid should have cashed in on Vinicius Junior during the summer transfer window. The 1998 World Cup winer believes the ongoing tactical struggle to fit both the Brazilian and Kylian Mbappe into the same starting XI is detrimental to the team's balance.
Virgil van Dijk has praised Bradley Barcola for his sensational performance in the Champions League, suggesting that a ruthless European hat-trick will be the catalyst for the youngster's Anfield career. The veteran defender believes the French winger's display against LASK is exactly what he needs to settle into life under Andoni Iraola.
Could Manchester City’s Financial Fair Play (FFP) saga, which has thrust spending restrictions back under the spotlight, see talk of a European Super League revived? Ex-Blues star Danny Mills has told GOAL why that concept remains flawed, with the LIV Golf experiment being used as a warning for football clubs and authorities that may be tempted to break away from the establishment.
Liverpool forward Bradley Barcola has been named the Champions League Player of the Week following a stunning hat-trick against LASK. The French attacker beat off competition from several high-profile stars across Europe to claim the individual accolade.
Roy Keane has heavily criticised Lisandro Martinez after the defender publicly questioned Manchester United's ambition following their latest defeat. The legendary former captain branded his old club a circus and urged the struggling centre-back to improve his own performances before attacking others.
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has defended Bradley Barcola following the winger's brilliant Champions League hat-trick against LASK. The Reds boss called for patience as the French forward continues to adapt to life at Anfield without a full pre-season.
Isco converted a late penalty to seal a dramatic 3-2 victory for Real Betis against Porto, securing their first Champions League home win in over 20 years. The Betis captain and manager Manuel Pellegrini hailed a special European night in Seville after recovering from a second-half deficit.
Borussia Dortmund suffered a frustrating 0-1 Champions League defeat against Bodo/Glimt at the Aspmyra Stadion. Niko Kovac's side failed to break down the Norwegian champions, leaving the Arctic Circle empty-handed despite a late push in the second half.
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has laid down the gauntlet for teenage sensation Trey Nyoni following the youngster's landmark European performance. The midfielder reached a significant career milestone this week, but his manager is already demanding he maintains his high levels to keep his spot in the first-team rotation.
Real Madrid might have maintained their perfect start to the Champions League campaign, but the manner of their 4-3 victory over Roma has left Jamie Carragher unconvinced. Despite a dramatic late flurry at the Stadio Olimpico, the Liverpool legend believes Blancos boss Jose Mourinho is already struggling to find his feet in the Spanish capital.
Lisandro Martinez has reportedly made a definitive decision regarding his long-term future at Manchester United following his explosive public criticism of the club’s leadership. The Argentine defender, who has become a focal point of tension at Old Trafford, appears ready to call time on his Premier League career after a breakdown in relations with the board.
Ousmane Dembele was in inspired form as Paris Saint-Germain secured a statement 4-2 victory against Manchester City in the Champions League. The French international silenced his doubters on the pitch before delivering a light-hearted response to his recent critics in a surreal post-match interview.
Antoine Semenyo has opened up on his personal frustration following Manchester City's Champions League defeat at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain. Despite a spirited second-half fightback led by Erling Haaland, the Premier League side were unable to overcome a disastrous start at the Etihad Stadium.
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has delivered a surprising assessment of his side’s 4-2 Champions League victory over Manchester City, claiming the French giants were at risk of losing the tie. Despite holding a commanding three-goal cushion at the interval, the Spaniard was left uneasy by his team's second-half drop in intensity at the Etihad Stadium.
Gian Piero Gasperini has delivered a defiant response to Jose Mourinho after the Real Madrid manager claimed Roma's players were "dead" during their Champions League encounter. The Giallorossi boss insisted his side were the superior team for the vast majority of the match despite a late collapse at the Stadio Olimpico.
Real Madrid striker Carlos Espi has lifted the lid on the specific instructions Jose Mourinho gave him before he sparked a sensational Champions League turnaround against Roma. The young forward proved to be the catalyst in the Italian capital as Los Blancos recovered from the brink of defeat to secure a dramatic 4-3 victory.
Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior has spoken out about his frustrations following a dramatic 4-3 victory over AS Roma in the Champions League. The Brazilian forward was visibly upset after being hauled off by manager Jose Mourinho at the Stadio Olimpico, sparking questions about his current form and relationship with the Blancos faithful.
Borussia Dortmund head coach Niko Kovac refused to make excuses after watching his rotated side suffer a disappointing European setback against Norwegian hosts Bodo/Glimt on Wednesday night. The Croatian tactician questioned his players' mentality and lacklustre display as the Bundesliga outfit slumped to a narrow loss at Aspmyra Stadion.
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