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?
Jose Mourinho has openly bemoaned his side's demanding fixture schedule following a narrow Champions League victory over AEK Athens. The Portuguese manager revealed he will be forced into making sweeping changes once again ahead of a crucial domestic clash this weekend.
Jose Mourinho has provided a fascinating insight into how he manages Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior following their Champions League victory against AEK Athens. The Portuguese tactician explained that he relies mostly on a soft approach, but is not afraid to use a firm hand when required.
Jude Bellingham has hailed the winning mentality of his team-mates after starring in a dramatic Champions League victory over AEK Athens. The English midfielder earned the MVP award following a thrilling match that saw Jose Mourinho’s side fight back twice to secure all three points.
Federico Valverde proved to be the ultimate hero from the bench as Real Madrid secured a dramatic Champions League comeback against AEK Athens. The captain fired home a spectacular long-range winner to seal the victory after his side had fallen behind in a tightly contested European clash.
Jose Mourinho believes only Real Madrid could have won the way they did against AEK Athens, after his side came from behind to snatch a dramatic stoppage-time victory in Greece. The coach also defended Vinicius Junior over Yan Diomande's switch to the right and admitted the penalty Kylian Mbappe won at Racing Santander was a soft one, though he insisted it changed nothing.
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