Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca and talismanic striker Erling Haaland reserved high praise for teenager Ayyoub Bouaddi following their 2-0 Champions League win at Porto. Handed his first start in the heart of midfield, the 18-year-old delivered a composed display at Estadio do Dragao, prompting his team-mates to label him an exciting future prospect.
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho delivered a vintage defiant message following a chaotic 2-1 Champions League victory over Inter at the Santiago Bernabeu. Despite navigating a severe squad crisis against his former club, the Portuguese tactician praised his team's clinical edge while insisting he thrives on handling the toughest challenges in European football.
Enzo Fernandez expressed his delight following Manchester City's convincing 2-0 Champions League victory away at Porto, showering praise on team-mate Erling Haaland. The Argentina midfielder highlighted his burgeoning connection with the prolific Norwegian striker while also thanking manager Enzo Maresca for bringing him to the Etihad Stadium.
Erling Haaland netted a record-equalling brace to inspire Manchester City to a hard-fought 2-0 victory away at Porto in their Champions League opener. The Norwegian striker praised his team's resilience amid intense pressure at Estadio do Dragao, while moving level with Sergio Aguero as the club's joint-highest goalscorer in the competition.
Serhou Guirassy marked his 100th appearance for Borussia Dortmund in dramatic fashion by netting a decisive brace in a 3-2 victory over Villarreal. The Guinea international surpassed Robert Lewandowski in the club's all-time European scoring charts, securing three crucial points in their Champions League opener at Signal Iduna Park.
Joe Willock scored a late winner as Newcastle United survived a scare against Championship side Millwall to reach the last 16 of the Carabao Cup. Matthias Jaissle's side struggled to fire in front of goal before the midfielder finally broke the deadlock at the Den.
Serhou Guirassy scored twice and netted an own goal as Borussia Dortmund opened their Champions League campaign with a dramatic 3-2 victory over Villarreal. The Guinean striker endured a chaotic milestone night, ensuring BVB secured all three points despite late drama at Signal Iduna Park.
Troy Parrott continued his sensational start to life at Real Betis by firing the winning goal in a thrilling Champions League comeback victory over Lille. The Spanish side battled back twice from a goal down before Ethan Mbappe's straight red card ended any hopes of a late French fightback.
Erling Haaland scored twice as Manchester City opened their Champions League campaign with a convincing victory against Porto. The Norwegian striker took his European tally to 36 goals for the club as Enzo Maresca's side dominated at the Estadio do Dragao.
Kylian Mbappe equalled Raul's Champions League goalscoring tally to help Real Madrid secure a 2-1 victory over Inter. The France captain struck his 71st goal in the competition, guiding Jose Mourinho's side to a crucial European win at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Crystal Palace comfortably booked their place in the Carabao Cup fourth round with a convincing 3-0 victory over Middlesbrough at Selhurst Park. A Jorgen Strand Larsen double and a sublime Daichi Kamada chip sealed a dominant evening for Pierre Sage’s rotated side.
Bournemouth secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Lincoln City in the EFL Cup third round to earn Marco Rose his first competitive win as manager. A remarkable Ryan Christie hat-trick and a late Rayan strike comfortably booked the Cherries' place in the fourth round.
Inter goalkeeper Josep Martinez committed a costly error as Real Madrid stormed into an early 2-0 lead at the Santiago Bernabeu. Kylian Mbappe opened the scoring before Federico Valverde dispossessed the Nerazzurri shot-stopper to double Los Blancos' advantage in the Champions League clash.
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