The road to Madrid has begun with the league phase well under way - but which teams are currently looking in the best shape to go on and lift the European Cup?
Massimiliano Allegri has delivered a scathing assessment of Napoli's defensive frailties following their disappointing Champions League defeat at the hands of Villarreal. The Italian tactician expressed his frustration with his side's lack of composure and tactical discipline during a second-half collapse in Spain.
Former Liverpool goalkeeper Peter Gulacsi was ruled out of Villarreal's European encounter against Napoli after becoming the victim of an armed robbery at his residence in Spain. The veteran Hungarian shot-stopper and his family were targeted by intruders just hours before the continental fixture was scheduled to kick off on Tuesday.
Massimiliano Allegri has dropped a major hint regarding Scott McTominay's role in his Napoli side ahead of their crucial Champions League fixture. The Italian tactician also addressed the mouth-watering prospect of pairing the Scotsman with Kevin De Bruyne in a star-studded midfield.
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Napoli are set to welcome Scott McTominay back to the pitch much sooner than expected following a health scare that sidelined the midfielder. Manager Massimiliano Allegri has delivered a significant boost to the Partenopei faithful by including the Scotland international in his latest matchday squad.
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