Somewhat surprisingly, Aleksandar Pavlovic was not in Bayern Munich’s starting line-up for the Champions League match away to Atletico Madrid. Coach Aaron Danks explained the reasons ahead of the match.
Alexis Mac Allister has revealed that Liverpool told him last season they had no plans to renew his contract, admitting the news was painful and unpleasant. The Argentina midfielder, whose deal runs until the summer of 2028, insists staying at Anfield is what he wants most and believes the recent changes behind the scenes mean anything can happen now.
Jose Mourinho has challenged Federico Valverde to embrace the sacrifices required of a Real Madrid captain as the Spanish giants prepare for a tricky Champions League encounter with AEK Athens. Speaking ahead of the trip to Greece, the Portuguese manager also clarified his attacking selection plans involving Vinicius Junior and provided a somber reflection on the tragic passing of Spanish footballer Jesus de Miguel.
Roma will be without Pierluigi Gollini for tonight's Champions League clash with Manchester United at Old Trafford after the goalkeeper failed a late fitness test on a back injury. With first-choice Mile Svilar already sidelined, Gian Piero Gasperini must now hand a season debut to a third-choice keeper against a United side who are under huge pressure.
Cristiano Ronaldo has led the footballing world in mourning following the tragic death of CD Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel. The 30-year-old forward passed away after a devastating on-pitch incident during a Spanish second-division fixture, prompting an outpouring of grief from across the globe.