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.
France head coach Didier Deschamps has dismissed the idea that managing a squad filled with global superstars like Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele is a difficult task. Speaking at a special conference, the World Cup winner explained that the elite mentalities of his leading men actually make his job significantly smoother.
Corinthians have moved quickly to identify Fernando Diniz as their new head coach following the dismissal of Dorival. The managerial change comes after a damaging 1-0 home defeat to Internacional that extended the club's winless streak to nine matches. The incoming boss will be tasked with revitalising a star-studded squad and restoring confidence ahead of continental action.
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.
Manchester United have received a significant double fitness boost as the Premier League season enters its crucial final stages. Head coach Michael Carrick has confirmed that Lisandro Martinez and Patrick Dorgu are stepping up their recoveries and have been included in the squad for a mid-season training camp in Ireland. Martinez returns after a five-game absence, while Dorgu has missed eight fixtures.
Khadija Shaw's early strike helped Manchester City set up a blockbuster FA Cup semi-final clash with Chelsea, as the Women's Super League leaders defeated second-tier table-toppers Birmingham 1-0 on Monday evening. The Cityzens had never lost to lower-tier opposition in the competition and while their in-form hosts gave a good account of themselves, when Shaw broke the deadlock after just eight minutes, that record rarely looked in danger of changing.
