Champions League news

The Red Devils will face the tournament debutants at Old Trafford on matchday one, and a man who has valuable inside knowledge of the club

Napoli have got the Belgian back in the starting line-up and, despite the defeat, he delivered a top-class performance.

GOAL looks at how far the small, lake-side club has come - and analyses just how far they might yet go

Shone brightly against Slovan Bratislava

Angry statements from Koke

Liverpool’s marquee summer signing Bradley Barcola saw his highly anticipated Anfield debut end in frustration and concern on Wednesday night. The blockbuster £123 million arrival was forced to withdraw during the second half of the Reds' Champions League clash against Atletico Madrid, sparking immediate fears over a long-term layoff with head coach Andoni Iraola providing fitness update.

Alexis Mac Allister delivered the perfect response to his contract frustrations by firing Liverpool to a thrilling 2-1 Champions League victory over Atletico Madrid. The Argentina international unleashed a stunning second-half strike to secure the win, proving his unwavering commitment to the Anfield club amid ongoing uncertainty over his future.

Barcelona midfielder Rodri has issued a public apology after television cameras caught him making disparaging remarks about Valencia during a recent La Liga encounter. The Spanish international was seen critiquing the opposition's performance from the dugout as Hansi Flick's side cruised to a dominant victory.

There really ought not to be a rise in modern football like the one FK Bodö/Glimt have produced over the past nine years: from the second division of what was then, at best, a middling football nation to becoming almost regulars in the Champions League - and all without an investor, wealthy backer or major corporation behind them. Here, the chief executive of the ambitious underdog team explains how a football club can keep getting better north of the Arctic Circle.

Raphinha delivered a sensational performance in Barcelona's Champions League opener, scoring twice as a makeshift centre-forward. The Brazilian skipper lauded the team's display and supported Lamine Yamal, while firmly refusing to discuss his omission from the Ballon d'Or shortlist.

Ferran Torres scored a sensational hat-trick while Ousmane Dembele netted twice as Paris Saint-Germain began their Champions League title defence with a 6-1 thrashing of Slovan Bratislava. Both forward stars reacted with delight after lighting up the Parc des Princes.

Slovan Bratislava head coach Yaya Toure hailed Paris Saint-Germain as a machine following his side's 6-1 Champions League defeat at the Parc des Princes. The former Ivory Coast international admitted he wants to copy everything about Luis Enrique's reigning European champions.

Ronald Araujo expressed delight after his cute backheel assist helped Liverpool complete a 2-1 Champions League victory over Atletico Madrid. The Uruguayan defender reflected on his early weeks at Anfield, comparing the club's massive stature and expectations to Barcelona.

Declan Rice lauded Arsenal's exceptional fluidity and mental strength after a 1-0 Champions League victory away at Napoli. The England midfielder singled out skipper Martin Odegaard for praise, labelling a stunning 29-pass team goal in blistering heat as incredible.

In clear terms, Eberl rejects the claim that he and sporting director Christoph Freund have a broken relationship. Also: a super talent extends his contract, and Bodö/Glimt know what they are doing. News and rumours on Bayern Munich.

Alexis Mac Allister praised Liverpool's desire and elite mentality after scoring a sensational winner in a 2-1 Champions League comeback against Atletico Madrid. The midfielder insisted Andoni Iraola's side possess every attribute required to deliver major silverware this season.