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Callum McGregor urges Celtic to push on after Bayern loss

Celtic out of the Champions League after 2-1 defeat by Bayern MunichCallum McGregor scored Celtic's equaliser before Javi Martinez got the winnerHoops out of the [...]

Man Utd’s Marcus Rashford celebrates turning 20 with cake

Manchester United beat Benfica 2-0 in the Champions League on Tuesday nightUnited striker Marcus Rashford also celebrated his 20th birthday on Tuesday However, the England international [...]

Could Antonio Conte face sack if Chelsea lose to Man Utd?

The suit is as sharp as ever, the touchline conducting as frenetic as ever, but right now Antonio Conte is not looking like the manager [...]

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is ‘dynamite’, says Jurgen Klopp

Jurgen Klopp is delighted with Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's recent effortsHowever, the German has called for patience before playing him regularlyOxlade-Chamberlain has only made one start since [...]

Real Madrid: Gareth Bale trains alone before Spurs clash

Real Madrid take on Tottenham in the Champions League on Wednesday nightEx-Spurs star Gareth Bale will miss the clash after failing to recover from injury The [...]

Man City will experience the intimidating Stadio San Paolo

Given the volatile atmosphere awaiting Manchester City in the cavernous Stadio San Paolo, it is perhaps no surprise to discover that Napoli's intimidating home ground [...]

Spurs vs Real Madrid: Team news, line up and odds

Tottenham host Real Madrid on Wednesday night with both teams knowing a victory will secure their place in the last-16 of the Champions League.The two [...]

It’s all going wrong for Diego Simeone and Atletico Madrid

'Nightmare at the Metropolitano', 'Day of the dead,' 'Fright night' – Atletico Madrid's failure to beat the champions of Azerbaijan came slap-bang on Halloween and [...]

Atletico captain Gabi labels Europa League a piece of s***

Atletico Madrid drew 1-1 with Qarabag in Champions League on Tuesday nightAtletico seem likely to drop into the Europa League after a poor group stageThey [...]

What makes the perfect Champions League manager?

In the age of the trainer-clad, hoodie-wearing, on-trend super coach, it is a delight to announce the return of Jupp Heynckes, the greatest of the [...]

Napoli’s Dries Mertens out to make Manchester City suffer

Pep Guardiola was in an ominous mood before Manchester City’s Champions League clash with Napoli on Wednesday night.'Tomorrow we have a big, big challenge,' he [...]

Real Madrid braced for Spurs ace Dele Alli show at Wembley

If the build-up to the first game between Real Madrid and Tottenham focused on Harry Kane, then the second meeting on Wednesday night at Wembley [...]

Mourinho defends decision to take penalty off Lukaku

Jose Mourinho cannot understand the fuss surrounding his decision to stop Romelu Lukaku taking a penalty, despite it extending the Manchester United striker's goalless streak [...]

Man United have gone 37 matches undefeated at Old Trafford

Manchester United have now gone 37 matches without defeat at Old TraffordJose Mourinho's team are on the verge of exceeding club record of 38The last [...]

Real Madrid’s UK record ahead of Wembley debut

REAL IN THE UKPlayed: 20Won: 9Drawn: 4Lost: 7Goals scored/conceded: 31/28 Real Madrid will make their Wembley bow when they take on Tottenham in the Champions League, [...]

Neymar shows his spooky side by dressing up as The Joker

After a frightening display in Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League victory on Tuesday night, Neymar went to celebrate at a Halloween party.The Brazilian star scored the [...]

Javi Martinez left bloodied scoring Bayern Munich winner

By Adam Shergold for MailOnline Published: 08:22 GMT, 1 November 2017 | Updated: 08:22 GMT, 1 November 2017 Bayern Munich's Javi Martinez inadvertently ended up [...]

Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri left frustrated

Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri was left frustrated after his team failed to secure a Champions League last-16 spot following a 1-1 draw with Sporting Lisbon.A [...]

Mile Svilar says it was ‘special’ to play at Old Trafford

Benfica goalkeeper Mile Svilar had a night to remember at Old Trafford Svilar made a superb penalty save in the first half before scoring an own [...]

Celtic ‘played like Champions League team v Bayern Munich’

Brendan Rodgers praised Celtic for playing like a proper Champions League team despite the anguish of a home defeat to Bayern Munich.The Parkhead side threatened to [...]

Seven things you missed in the Champions League

The Champions League was back with a bang on Tuesday night and there were goals galore across the continent.Roma thrashed Chelsea at home, PSG plundered [...]

Craig Gordon blames Dedryck Boyata for first goal

There was no attempt to sugarcoat the scale of the howler. Only brutal honesty in the face of a catastrophic defensive failure.Bayern Munich's first goal [...]

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho slams ‘specialists’

Jose Mourinho has dipped into a habit of tempestuous post-match interviews He highlighted the fact he had selected academy product Scott McTominay Manchester United managed to win [...]

Jose Mourinho has another dig at Manchester United fans

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho hit out at the club's fans on TuesdayHe did so via his programme notes ahead of United's Champions League match'I [...]

Chelsea ‘all over the place’ against Roma, says Lampard

Frank Lampard led criticism of Chelsea as the English champions lost in RomeAntonio Conte claimed his team lacked 'hunger' and 'desire' in the 3-0 defeat Lampard [...]

Man United star Scott McTominay discusses ‘dream’ debut

By Alex Martin For Mailonline Published: 23:04 GMT, 31 October 2017 | Updated: 23:08 GMT, 31 October 2017 Scott McTominay described his first start in [...]

Chelsea problems come from Nemanja Matic sale: Neville

Chelsea were heavily beaten by Roma in the Champions League on TuesdayAntonio Conte's Blues also trail the two Manchester clubs in the Premier LeagueProblems are [...]

Man United rookie Scott McTominay in Jose Mourinho mould

Seasoned Manchester United-watchers who have watched Scott McTominay come through the ranks describe him as a big, strong lad who will run willingly, but of [...]

Man United rookie Scot McTominay is in Jose Mourinho mould

Seasoned Manchester United-watchers who have watched Scott McTominay come through the ranks describe him as a big, strong lad who will run willingly, but of [...]

David Silva wants to celebrate a decade at Manchester City

David Silva joined Manchester City for £26million from Valencia in July 2010The Spaniard is in talks over a 12-month extension of his contract at the [...]

Tottenham v Real Madrid: Marcelo aims to forget Harry Kane

Harry Kane is a doubt for Tottenham's Champions League tie against Real MadridMarcelo insists Real Madrid must consider the other quality stars at TottenhamKane has [...]

Manchester City will ‘suffer like never before’ in Napoli

Manchester City meet Napoli in the Stadio San Paolo on Wednesday night City are guaranteed a hot reception in arguably the most hostile stadium in Italy Pep [...]

Roma vs Chelsea Champions League clash LIVE

Chelsea are on course to become one of the first teams to qualify for the UEFA Champions League last-16 when they travel to Roma for [...]

Liverpool train under the lights at Melwood

The visit of Maribor on Wednesday may not fit the bill as a famous night under the Anfield lights, but Jurgen Klopp is taking no [...]

Man Utd vs Benfica LIVE plus action from Barca and PSG

Manchester United will be hoping to book a last-16 Champions League placeRed Devils only have to better CSKA Moscow's Group A result to progressBarcelona, Juventus, [...]

Napoli boss calls on fans to intimidate Man City

Napoli coach Maurizio Sarri hopes the San Paolo Stadium will strike some fear into Manchester City when the sides meet again in the Champions League.City [...]