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Doku hands Belgium boss Van Bommel boost as Lukaku misses Turkey tie

Manchester City winger Jeremy Doku has handed Belgium head coach Mark van Bommel a welcome fitness boost ahead of Thursday's Nations League trip to Turkey. However, the Red Devils will be without all-time leading scorer Romelu Lukaku in Izmir after the Fenerbahce striker suffered a hip problem.

Fenerbahce SK v Göztepe SK - Turkish Super League 2026/27

Kuyt leaves Fener after interim stint

Dirk Kuyt has officially brought his second spell at Fenerbahçe to a close, departing the Turkish giants following a stint as interim manager. The former Netherlands international has been a beloved figure in Istanbul, representing the club with distinction both as a tireless attacker and a dedicated coach.

Ex-Man Utd star apologises for Greenwood 'home' post

Former Manchester United defender Clayton Blackmore has been forced to issue a public apology after sparking a social media backlash with comments regarding Mason Greenwood. The 62-year-old had urged the forward to return to Old Trafford following his impressive performance in the Champions League.

Fenerbahce SK v Liverpool FC - UEFA Champions League 2026/27 League Phase MD4

'Not sustainable!' - Van Dijk sounds alarm over Liverpool's defensive woes

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has warned his team-mates that their current defensive form is "not sustainable" following a disappointing 3-2 defeat to Fenerbahce. The Reds surrendered a late lead in Istanbul, conceding three times from set-pieces to mark a historically poor run in European competition.

Nyoni warns Palace after first goal in LFC loss

Liverpool sensation Trey Nyoni has challenged his teammates to show their true character against Crystal Palace this weekend following a frustrating European night in Istanbul. The teenager made history by becoming the club's second-youngest goalscorer in the Champions League, but his personal milestone was overshadowed by a late collapse against Fenerbahce.

UCL Power Rankings: Liverpool's ceiling exposed & Barca bounce back

The road to Madrid has begun with the league phase having reached its midway point - but which teams are currently looking in the best shape to go on and lift the European Cup?

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
8	Ratinger SV	12	4	6	2	25	21	4	18	W D L W W
9	Viktoria Juechen-Garzweiler	12	5	3	4	25	25	0	18	D W D L W
10	SV Sonsbeck	12	4	4	4	20	23	-3	16	L L W L L
11	Blau-Weiss Dingden	12	5	1	6	16	19	-3	16	L L L W W
12	Solingen-Wald 03	12	5	1	6	24	29	-5	16	D L L W W

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