Lugano Overview

The road to Madrid begins this week as the league phase gets under way - but which teams are currently looking in the best shape to go on and lift the European Cup?

Jose Mourinho is no stranger to mind games and iconic imagery, but the Real Madrid boss was left chuckling during his latest media appearance for a very different reason. Ahead of a heavyweight Champions League clash against Inter, the Portuguese tactician was presented with a garden sprinkler in a cheeky reference to one of the most famous nights of his career.

Rodri Hernandez did not hold back his assessment of Valencia’s dismal form during Barcelona’s comprehensive victory at Mestalla on Sunday. The Spanish midfielder was caught by television cameras delivering a scathing verdict on the opposition while resting on the bench following his substitution.

Gabriel Jesus has expressed his immense pride and joy after pulling on the famous Blaugrana shirt for the first time during Barcelona's dominant victory over Valencia. The Brazilian striker, who arrived from Arsenal in the final hours of the summer transfer window, was handed his debut by Hansi Flick at Mestalla.