UEFA Champions League News

How Pep and players have reacted to Champions League ban

Premier League champions' two-year ban from Europe handed out by UEFA prompted questions about short-term futures in key areas

Jonathan Smith

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Gerrard 'really interested' to see if City given PL punishment

The former Liverpool captain is waiting to see if the English top-flight follow UEFA's lead in punishing the Blues for breaching FFP rules

Ryan Benson

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Atletico Madrid can hurt Liverpool's 'animals' - Saul

The Spain international is preparing for the toughest of Champions League tests against the current holders, but is looking forward to the challenge

Chris Burton

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Joao Felix to miss Liverpool clash through illness

Atletico Madrid will be without their record signing when the Reds arrive at the Wanda Metropolitano for a huge Champions League tie in midweek

James Westwood

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Neymar returns to PSG squad for Dortmund clash

The Brazil international has been included in Thomas Tuchel's 21-man squad for the trip to Westfalenstadion after recovering from a rib injury

James Westwood

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How Mourinho scuppered Liverpool's move for Diego Costa

The Reds were close to signing the Atletico Madrid striker in 2013 - now they could face him in their Champions League last-16 tie

Neil Jones

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Time for Neymar to write his PSG Champions League legacy

Through no fault of his own, Neymar has been deprived of playing in the biggest matches over the last two years but he has to make up for lost time

Robin Bairner

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Klopp: Simeone and I have a similar story

The German manager believes he and his Argentine counterpart have battled for little reward in years gone by

Dejan Kalinic

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Liverpool still have an underdog mentality - Gomez

The European champions haven't let recent success change their mindset as they set their sights on more glory

Josh Thomas

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Mourinho: Everyone has a chance to reach the Champions League

The Spurs boss believes a host of clubs have now joined the race for a spot in Europe next season

Goal

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Guardiola to stay at Man City despite UCL ban

UEFA announced a two-year ban against the Premier League champions but the club remains confident appeal will succeed

Jonathan Smith

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Which teams won Champions League & league double?

Sweeping all before you in your domestic league and in the Champions League is an impressive achievement, but who has done it?

Goal

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PSG do not fear 'incredible' Haaland - Thiago Silva

The Brazil centre-back insists that the Ligue 1 leaders are prepared to face the 19-year-old forward when they meet in the Champions League

Sean Wilson

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Tuchel throws doubt on Neymar’s Dortmund availability

The PSG forward has missed the last four matches due to a rib injury and is not certain to play in the Champions League tie

Robin Bairner

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Guardiola could leave Man City, says Dunne

The coach's thirst for trophies could see him leave the Premier League side after they were banned from Europe's most prestigious club competition

Dom Farrell

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EXCL: Liverpool can win the treble - Okoth

The Reds have been in superb form and are in pole position to end a 30-year dry spell in the league

Kiplagat Sang

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Neymar: Sancho is a special player

The Brazilian has talked up the talents of the England international ahead of Paris Saint-Germain's trip to Westfalenstadion next week

James Westwood

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Klopp: I have no clue if Liverpool can win Champions League

The German is wary of the teams remaining in this season's competition ahead of the Reds' last 16 clash with Atletico Madrid

Jon Fisher

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Why are Man City banned from the Champions League?

Goal has outlined all the key details surrounding Man City's Champions League ban, including which Financial Fair Play rules they broke and more

Goal

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Mourinho critical of Premier League scheduling ahead of RB Leipzig tie

Spurs take on Aston Villa on Sunday afternoon before a European tie with RB Leipzig on Wednesday evening

Peter Lynch

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What now for Guardiola and Man City stars after UCL ban?

Former Barcelona boss has insisted he will see out last 12 months of his Etihad contract but two-year European ban casts doubts over his future

Jonathan Smith

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Manchester City banned from Champions League

The Premier League side say they are "disappointed but not surprised" by the decision and described it as "prejudicial"

Goal

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Tottenham vs. RB Leipzig: How to watch the Champions League Round of 16 first leg in Canada

The Round of 16 continues Wednesday, exclusively on DAZN.

Rudi Schuller

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Atalanta vs. Valencia: How to watch the Champions League Round of 16 first leg in Canada

The Round of 16 continues Wednesday, exclusively on DAZN.

Rudi Schuller

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Atletico boosted by Morata return ahead of Liverpool clash

With the Champions League last-16 clash on the horizon, the return of the Spanish striker comes at a crucial time for Diego Simeone's side

Tom Webber

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Guardiola: Man City could sack me if I lose against Real Madrid

The Spanish boss is aware he is under pressure to deliver an elusive Champions League crown at Etihad Stadium come June

James Westwood

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Neymar in doubt to face Dortmund

The Brazilian star is struggling for fitness and his manager won't be rolling the dice ahead of a crucial match

Sacha Pisani

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Bayern have 'big advantage' over Chelsea - Ballack

A man who played in midfield for both clubs thinks the German champions have the upper hand heading into a huge last-16 tie later this month

James Westwood

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Tuchel: PSG's Champions League issues exaggerated

The German manager is adamant his side can bounce back from recent European heartache, pointing out even the best don't always win

Ryan Benson

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'I could have been the best' - Emery blames refs for PSG sack

The Spaniard believes his career in the French capital could have been very different had video technology been in place

Joe Wright

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How will the Champions League change from 2024?

Tournament administrators are mulling over tweaks following discussions with the ECA and other stakeholders

Goal

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Douglas Costa to miss Lyon clash with hamstring injury

The Brazil international is likely to be sidelined for three weeks after picking up a knock during the Bianconeri's defeat to Hellas Verona

James Westwood

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Mahrez's City should drop excuses with Real test imminent

Sunday's defeat continued a recurring theme this season: City performing well but failing to win, but it can't go on with looming Los Blancos test

Seye Omidiora

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Felix: Liverpool are the most difficult team in the Champions League

The Atletico Madrid forward admitted his side faces a massive challenge in their round of 16 clash

Goal

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Guardiola unsure if Sterling will be fit to face Real Madrid

The England international picked up a hamstring injury against Tottenham and is facing a spell on the sidelines

John Skilbeck

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PSG don’t fear Haaland – Meunier

The Belgium international says that while the Bundesliga side are dangerous going forward, they can be exploited defensively

Robin Bairner

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Pep: Not winning Champions League isn't end of the world

The former Barca boss is happy fans are desperate for continental glory, but admits all he can do is keep trying to take the title

Goal

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The financial cost of Man Utd missing out on the Champions League

Years of chronic underperformance have so far not taken too much of a financial toll at Old Trafford, but that could change if more failure follows

Alexander Netherton

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Perisic doubtful for Bayern's Champions League clash with Chelsea

The German champions expect the Croatian to be out of action for a month or more with an ankle injury, which could see him miss a key fixture

James Westwood

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Sterling in fitness race for UCL clash with Real Madrid

The England forward was taken off late in the defeat to Tottenham and faces tests on a hamstring injury ahead of last-16 first leg in Spain

Jonathan Smith

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'I'll be a failure at Man City without a Champions League win'

The Spaniard has turned City into a dominant domestic force, but says it will be in Europe where he is judged

Goal

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'I like to have fewer players' - Small squad no concern to Setien

Four players left Camp Nou in the winter transfer window with no signings made to replace them, but the coach is unfazed

Guy Atkinson

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Are PSG going to sleepwalk in the Champions League?

A group of Paris Saint-Germain stars were spotted courtside for NBA Paris, but simply locking the players up will not guarantee better recovery

Robin Bairner

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Bergwijn: I want to win the Champions League with Spurs

The Dutch winger expressed his delight after sealing a "dream" transfer to the Premier League

James Westwood

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Matthaus: Bayern should be among Champions League favourites

The former Germany and Bayern star is convinced the Bundesliga giants can compete for the European crown this season

Goal

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Mane ready to 'sacrifice' himself for Liverpool in pursuit of glory

The Reds forward says he will not rest until more major honours are secured at Anfield, with there no chance of Jurgen Klopp’s side letting up

Chris Burton

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Tebas criticises big-money clubs for financial 'doping'

The chief of the Spanish top flight has called for UEFA to punish state-owned clubs while adding that he wants a redistriburion of wealth

Sean Wilson

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Guardiola: We need 400 days to fit these fixtures!

Competitions need to be trimmed from the calendar not expanded, according to the Manchester City boss

Tom Webber

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Man City will be 'on fire' for Real Madrid clash - Mendy

The Premier League champions' domestic form will not matter when they come up against the Blancos in Europe, according to the France defender

James Westwood

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One of a Number: Surviving football's ruthless system

Goal tackles the hard questions around youth football, speaking to kids, parents, coaches and experts across the UK

Ryan Kelly

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‘Champions League will make or break Aguero’s legacy’

The former Blues defender is hoping to see the Argentine conquer Europe and admits replacing him will be “near impossible” when the day comes

Chris Burton

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How many games will Harry Kane star miss?

The Tottenham striker has been dealt with a devastating blow with a hamstring injury and now faces three months on the sidelines

Goal

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Goretzka confident Bayern can claim Chelsea scalp

The Germany international has welcomed a European pairing with the Blues in the last 16 and feels the Bundesliga title can still be retained in 2020

Dennis Melzer

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Neymar backs PSG for Champions League success

Paris Saint-Germain's cabinet is bursting with domestic silverware and the Brazil star says this could be the season they add a European trophy to it

Russell Greaves

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Alexander-Arnold targets third Champions League final

The Reds full-back is not content to focus solely on a Premier League title charge, with two other major trophies still up for grabs this season

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‘Liverpool are greedy and want the lot!’

Don Hutchison believes Jurgen Klopp’s side have one hand on the Premier League title, with Champions League and FA Cup crowns back on the agenda

Chris Burton

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Vieira: Mane deserved better than fourth in Ballon d’Or

The Gunners icon believes the Liverpool star deserved a higher position in the annual football award

Seye Omidiora

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Football's Biggest Moments of the Decade

From Zinedine Zidane's Champions League treble to Alex Ferguson's retirement, Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi to Brazil vs Germany...

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Essien includes Enyeama in Team of the Decade

The former Chelsea midfielder named himself alongside 10 other past and current players who lit up the last 10 years

Seye Omidiora

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Why Dortmund is a better fit for Haaland than Man Utd

One of the world's most promising teenage talents has left Austria for Germany despite being coveted by the Red Devils

Ronan Murphy

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Racism in football: Fines, bans & how it's punished

Discrimination against players based on race is a growing problem in European football - this is how FIFA, UEFA and clubs deal with bigoted behaviour

Goal

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'Guardiola is the best coach in the world'

The City CEO says there is no-one better than their current boss - but admits the Real Madrid coach's sparkling CV deserves respect

Daniel Lewis

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Bayern confirm Flick will stay until the end of the season

Bayern Munich have entrusted Hansi Flick with overseeing the rest of the campaign, seeing him as a "viable option" for a permanent role

Matt Dorman

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Zidane: Pep the best in the world

The Real Madrid boss was full of praise for his Manchester City counterpart ahead of the Champions League last-16 tie between the two

Matt Dorman

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Robertson hails 'main man' Minamino after Liverpool move

The Scotland left-back has praised the Japan international after he completed his transfer from Austria to Merseyside

Sean Wilson

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Man City FFP decision delayed until 2020

The Premier League champions have been investigated by UEFA over alleged breaches of financial fair play regulations

Jonathan Smith

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Minamino targets Premier League & Champions League titles

Big things are expected from one of European football's most exciting talents - especially from the player himself

Stephen Crawford

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Liverpool confirm £7.25m Minamino signing

The Reds have swooped to bring in the Red Bull Salzburg attacker, with the Japan international agreeing a four-and-a-half-year contract

Neil Jones

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Football mind games: What are they & who plays them?

Sometimes winning trophies requires a little bit more than simply just being the best talents on the pitch...

Ryan Kelly

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Minamino to undergo Liverpool medical

The Red Bull Salzburg star is all set to complete a switch to Anfield and could even make his debut for the club in the FA Cup meeting with Everton

Neil Jones

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When are the UCL & UEL knockout matches?

Here's all you need to know about when the UCL and UEL knockout matches will be played following the results of the draws on December 16

Goal

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Mendes: Ronaldo would win Ballon d'Or if he played for Madrid

The agent says it was an "injustice" that his client lost out to Lionel Messi

Sacha Pisani

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Valverde: Napoli are dangerous

The Serie A side are going through a difficult spell but the Barcelona boss believes they will pose a threat to his side's European ambitions

Joe Wright

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Neuer and Muller confident after Chelsea CL draw

The Bundesliga champions are confident they can progress to the last eight with a repeat of the 2012 final

Joe Wright

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Klopp: Simeone won't be happy to have drawn Liverpool

The German is looking forward to an 'intense' last-16 tie against the La Liga side, and is happy to be returning to Madrid after last year's final win

Ben Spratt

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Nedved: Juve can rely on Ronaldo in CL knockouts

The Portugal star has returned to full fitness and is ready to lead the Serie A giants on their quest for European silverware

Joe Wright

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'Man City invest lots of money, but we're Real Madrid'

The Premier League champions will be the Blancos' next European opponents, with their club director acknowledging the difficulty of the tie

Ryan Benson

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Mourinho, Pep and the winners and losers of the UCL draw

Goal takes a look at those who will be feeling positive after the draw for the first knockout round, and those who have cause for concern

Neil Jones

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Champions League last 16: Liverpool land Atletico & City face Real

The current holders of the continental crown are heading back to Wanda Metropolitano while beaten finalists from 2019, Spurs, lock horns with Leipzig

Chris Burton

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'Absolute b****cks!' - Klopp rubbishes UCL expansion claims

The Reds boss is strongly against seeing Europe's premier club competition widened, with concerns over serious fatigue and the domestic schedule

John Skilbeck

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Sarri admits Rabiot settle struggle

The Bianconeri boss has opened up on how the former Paris Saint-Germain man has not taken to life in Turin as quickly as hoped so far

Guy Atkinson

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Ferguson dismisses global Super League plans

The legendary manager can't see why clubs from England would be interested in the proposed competition

Goal

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When is the Champions League 2019-20 Round of 16 draw? Date, time, fixtures & how to watch in Canada

The group stage of the Champions League has ended and excitement has started to build over potential pairings in the last-16 stage.

Rudi Schuller

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Boost for Bayern as Coman avoids serious injury

The France winger has already suffered a number of injuries throughout his career but has avoided serious damage on this occasion

Goal

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Salah shortlisted for Champions League award

The Egypt international could be rewarded for his imperious effort in his side’s victory against the Austrian Bundesliga outfit

Gbenga Adewoye

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Sign him up! Minamino represents a perfect deal for Klopp

Salzburg's Japan international has already made a huge impression on the Reds' squad and would prove an excellent signing given the knockdown fee

Neil Jones

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Rose has no plans to discuss Spurs future

The England international left-back sees no reason to have discussions with his manager over a new deal and has backed him to deliver trophies

Chris Burton

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Carvajal urges Mbappe to join Real Madrid

The Spaniard would like to see "one of the top players around" seal a move to Santiago Bernabeu from Paris Saint Germain next year

James Westwood

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CL last-16 draw: Who could top teams face in knockouts?

The biggest clubs from around Europe made their way through the group stage with the draw for the first knockout round set to be made on Monday

Goal

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Salzburg chief confirms Liverpool talks for Minamino

Christoph Freund considers the Reds' interest in one of his club's top performers to be an "honour", with a final deal now in the works

James Westwood

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Zidane explains decision to leave Bale on bench in Brugge

The French coach played down the significance of the Wales star's absence as the Blancos secured another victory in the Champions League

James Westwood

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Neymar offers no assurances over PSG future

The Brazil international wanted out of Parc des Princes over the summer, but appears committed to another campaign in the French capital for now

Chris Burton

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Mourinho: Spurs one of the strongest teams in Champions League

The Portuguese thinks that all of this season's group winners will want to avoid his Tottenham side in the last 16 draw

James Westwood

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Hat-trick hero Jesus happy to be over 'bad' patch

The Brazil international is leading the line for the Blues with Sergio Aguero sidelined and landed himself a Champions League match ball last time out

Chris Burton

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Van Dijk: Henderson is Liverpool’s leader

The Dutch defender has become a talismanic presence for the Reds, but he claims his skipper remains the driving force in Jurgen Klopp’s squad

Chris Burton

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'Jones would be proud!' - Sterling makes gurn joke

The England international poked fun at the centre-back as he made light of the facial expression he pulled while taking a shot against Dinamo Zagreb

James Westwood

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Olmo a top player with a bright future - Guardiola

The Spaniard had high praise for the ex-La Masia student, who opened the scoring for Dinamo Zagreb against the English champions

Nicholas McGee

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Sessegnon has potential but needs to improve - Mourinho

The English youngster has a lot to learn, according to his manager, despite scoring on his first European start

Timothy Abraham

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Tuchel praises Neymar for penalty gesture

The Brazilian handed penalty duties to a striker in desperate need of some confidence in front of goal

Patric Ridge

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Buffon lauds Ronaldo and Higuain after Leverkusen win

The experienced strike pair struck in the last 15 minutes to see their team past the challenge of the Bundesliga outfit

Tom Webber

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Ronaldo reacts angrily as he's grabbed by pitch invader

The Portuguese superstar wasn't happy after being surprised by the supporter at the end of his side's 2-0 win over Bayer Leverkusen

Kieran Francis

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'Eriksen obviously doesn't want to be at Tottenham'

The former Red Devil feels the body language of the Dane says he sees his future away from the north London club

Kieran Francis

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Champions League group stage sets new goals record

Europe's premier competition has reached a new high for scoring this season

Josh Thomas

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Mourinho avoids 'conclusions' after Spurs loss

The Spurs coach was disappointed by the defeat but believes he learnt plenty about his squad as a result

Josh Thomas

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Messi: Barca starting from scratch in Champions League

The Argentine ace wants Barcelona to learn their lesson from tough exits in last two seasons after qualifying from tricky group

Tom Webber

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'We'll eliminate Liverpool!' - Zidane jokes ahead of UCL draw

The Frenchman aimed a light-hearted jibe in the defending champions' direction and conceded Luka Jovic needs more playing time

Guy Atkinson

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Bayern star Coman suffers serious knee injury

The French winger was forced to hobble off after being catapulted into the air during a freakish first-half incident

Kieran Francis

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Guardiola pegs ‘incredible’ Foden and Mount as future stars

The Spanish tactician lauded England's talent coming through after watching his own future Three Lions prodigy find the back of the net

Peter Lynch

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Rudiger: I am fit and ready to lead Chelsea's defence

The Blues defender marked his return with a win and many supporters were happy to see him back amid problems in their backline

Nizaar Kinsella

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Mahrez continues notable Champions League sway

The Algerian was handed a starter’s role and he provided an assist as the Citizens strolled past the Croatian Football League outfit

Shina Oludare

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Champions League 2019-20: Matchday 6 schedule, results, scores, TV stream in Canada

The group stage of the UEFA Champions League wraps up this week, live on DAZN.

Rudi Schuller

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Jesus breaks Neymar's Champions League record

The Manchester City striker hit a hat-trick at Dinamo Zagreb, surpassing a mark set by the PSG star

Goal

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Jesus hat-trick brings up 500 Man City goals for Pep

The Brazilian’s treble at Dinamo Zagreb helped the club reach the landmark on Wednesday evening, as well as bringing up his own century

Peter Lynch

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Unleash Foden! Pep can't hold City star back any longer

Gabriel Jesus may have hit a hat-trick in the 4-1 win over Dinamo Zagreb but it was the English midfielder who showed why he should be a starter

Jonathan Smith

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Gundogan: The title race is already over for us

Even though there is more than half of the season to go, the German says his side must accept they won't win a third straight championship

Dom Farrell

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Abraham would 'love it' if Chelsea got Barcelona in Champions League

The in-form striker expressed his excitement after the Blues progressed to the last 16 with a home win over Lille on Tuesday

James Westwood

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'Lampard has unearthed a future Chelsea captain'

A former Blue has been impressed with how the club legend has brought through the likes of Tammy Abraham, Mason Mount and Fikayo Tomori this season

James Westwood

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'Magnificent' Salah strike leaves Henderson in disbelief

The Egypt international's finish from a tight angle against Salzburg booked the Reds' passage into the Champions League last 16 on Tuesday

Neil Jones

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'Every player at Juventus got a Ferrari for winning Serie A!'

The Germany international, who now plays for Lokomotiv Moscow, spent a year with the Bianconeri where he learned from some of the world's best players

Robin Haack

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How Modric lost his Madrid spot to an unknown Uruguayan

The 21-year-old has usurped the Croatian playmaker and revitalised the previously struggling Los Blancos with a string of dynamic displays

Rik Sharma

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Shaw aims dig at Lukaku as Inter crash out of Champions League

The full-back couldn't resist poking fun at a former colleague after the Nerazzurri dropped down into the Europa League

James Westwood

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Klopp in awe of Salah's 'sensational' goal against Salzburg

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp praised Mohamed Salah for brushing off earlier missed chances to score a stunning goal against Salzburg in the Champion

Goal

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Alisson reveals key behind Liverpool finally recording clean sheets

The Brazilian was pleased with how the Reds defended during Tuesday's trip to Red Bull Salzburg in the Champions League

James Westwood

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'It was stupid' - Klopp says sorry to German translator

The Liverpool boss apologised for his angry reaction to Jordan Henderson being mis-quoted at a Champions League press conference earlier this week

James Westwood

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Mills: Aurier could be Mourinho's biggest winner at Spurs

The arrival of the Portuguese boss has turned fortunes around in North London with Spurs winning four of their last five games across all competitions

Taiye Taiwo

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Crouch: Mane has tripled his value

The lanky retired forward has hailed the meteoric progress the Senegal international is making at Anfield

Kunle Fayiga

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Ancelotti good enough to work anywhere - Lampard

The Italian manager has been backed to bounce back after parting ways with his Serie A side

Matt Dorman

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Favre praises Burki after 'crazy' Champions League match

The Swiss shot-stopper proved key as his side sealed their progress to the knockout stages

Omnisport

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Valverde: Fati is a born scorer

The Catalans' teenage star shined on Tuesday night and his manager believes he has an instinctive eye for goal

Dejan Kalinic

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Depay clashes with Lyon fans over donkey banner

The Dutch star secured a vital point for his side on Tuesday, but ended the night having a spat with some frustrated fans

Josh Thomas

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Conte: Inter had chances to beat Barcelona

The Serie A side lost 2-1 at home to the Spanish champions and the coach left to rue what might have been after poor finishing from his team

Ryan Benson

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Mourinho forbids Spurs players from looking at Bayern thrashing

The Special One is determined to focus on the club's future and not an ugly chapter of its past

Josh Thomas

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Fati and Perez proving La Masia still works

The Catalans side's two young stars shined at the San Siro as the club's famous youth academy continues to pay off

Ryan Benson

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'Kovacic and Jorginho border on five-a-side players'

The former Liverpool midfielder claims he would have loved to have lined up against the Blues duo

Josh Thomas

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Lampard to target attacking signing

The Blues boss suggested more experience is needed as they look to continue a positive season in England and on the continent

Matt Dorman

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'Big managers like Ancelotti won't take Arsenal job'

The legendary former Liverpool midfielder feels the recently fired Italian coach will not be keen on replacing Unai Emery at the helm of the Gunners

Kieran Francis

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Ferdinand tips Abraham to score a 'tremendous' amount of goals

The England team-mates have scored the same number of goals this year but the pundit thinks the Blues forward will score more in the long run

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City can't yet be considered Champions League contenders

The City manager has overseen three early exits in the Champions League and admitted this week that he is not putting his team along the favourites

Jonathan Smith

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Azpilicueta: Champions League is where Chelsea belong

The Spanish defender believes his side should always be competing in Europe's top competition

Josh Thomas

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'You see how good they are' - Klopp hails vanquished Salzburg

The Austrian side impressed in Tuesday's Champions League tie before ultimately falling to the defending champions

Goal

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Napoli sack Ancelotti after sealing UCL progress

The 60-year-old has been mentioned as a candidate for vacancies at Arsenal and Everton

Goal

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Chelsea forced to survive Lille thanks to same old faults

Frank Lampard's side should have had it easy but they still got the outcome they wanted with qualification to face the very best in Europe

Nizaar Kinsella

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Fiery Mou defends youth record: McTominay's the best at Man Utd!

The Portuguese tactician dismissed criticism of his record with youth players, citing the Scottish midfielder as an example

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Fati becomes youngest Champions League scorer

The young Catalan star has continued his stunning breakout season by snaring a European record

Josh Thomas

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Ajax eliminated from Champions League

The Dutch club, who were so close to the final last year, drop into the Europa League, finishing third in a close group

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Mane apologises for knocking out Salzburg

The winger returned to his old stomping grounds and set up a goal that helped knock out his former team

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Juventus need a change of mentality - Sarri

The Italian manager is eager to see his team finish the group stage in style, despite having secured their place in the last 16

Brendan McLoughlin

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Klopp: Liverpool could have scored seven!

The Reds weren't as ruthless as they could have been but ultimately still cruised to an important victory on Tuesday

Josh Thomas

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Blow for Liverpool as Lovren taken off with injury

With Joel Matip also sidelined, the Reds face a potential injury crisis ahead of the busy festive period

Goal

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Keita and Liverpool deliver a high-class display

It was a close run thing for the best part of an hour with a title defence hanging in the balance but Klopp's boys showed their class in the end

Neil Jones

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Ancelotti won't resign but confirms talks over Napoli future

The Italian coach will meet the club president on Wednesday to discuss his future, but he hopes to remain in charge of the club

Jamie Smith

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Salah scores 200th as Liverpool advance

The Egypt international passed up several easier chances before a wonder goal took him to his double century and into some elite company

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'Salah should win Nobel Prize for Physics'

A sensational finish from a seemingly impossible angle by the Egyptian sent the defending champions through at the top of their group

Goal

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Guardiola backs Foden to take David Silva's place

The 19-year-old has struggled for first-team football this season, but his coach remains a firm believer in his ability and potential

Ryan Benson

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Mourinho leaves Alli, Kane out for Spurs at Bayern

With a second-placed finish in the group guaranteed the Portuguese has chosen to rest several first-teamers ahead of the festive period

Tom Webber

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Salah closes in on Messi’s Champions League mark

The Egypt international was on target, as the Reds silenced Die Mozartstadter, to earn impressive stats only bettered by the Argentine superstar

Shina Oludare

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Flick knows Bayern must beat Spurs to keep job

The interim coach knows he cannot afford any bad results if he is to stay in contention for a permanent contract

John Skilbeck

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'Rebuilding Real Madrid not Champions League contenders'

The former Blancos player does not feel the club have what it takes to lift Europe's biggest prize this season

Jamie Smith

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Salzburg boss Marsch: I'm not treated like an American coach

The former U.S. international has experienced major success this season at the helm of the Austrian side

Goal

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‘Firmino looks horribly out of form’

John Aldridge has warned the Reds of a potential banana skin against Red Bull Salzburg, with a star forward called upon to rediscover his touch

Chris Burton

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‘Bayern Munich have lost their fear factor’

The Bundesliga giants have slipped off the pace again in the German top-flight, with it no longer possible to sweep aside all before them

Chris Burton

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What do Liverpool and Chelsea need to qualify for CL last 16?

Jurgen Klopp and Frank Lampard know their sides still have work to do to get out of the group stage, facing Red Bull Salzburg and Lille respectively

Goal

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Verratti reveals why he passed up ‘last chance’ to leave PSG

The Italy international midfielder has long been linked with moves elsewhere, with Barcelona talk never far away, but he has opted to remain in France

Chris Burton

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Kovacic: I'm learning to score from Lampard

The 25-year-old is in a sharp run of form in front of goal and wants it to continue, while he has lifted the lid on his much-discussed celebration

Robin Bairner

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Rodrygo: When I met Zidane I was shaking with nerves

The teenage sensation was awed by the Real Madrid boss when he met him for the first time

Goal

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Sarri offered Juventus backing despite recent struggles

Having fallen to second in Serie A, the former Chelsea manager suddenly finds himself under pressure in Turin

Robin Bairner

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Liverpool boss Klopp issues Matip injury update

The Cameroon international will not return to action for the Reds this year as he continues his recovery from injury

Gbenga Adewoye

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Henderson urges Mane to continue fantastic form

The Reds captain has praised the outstanding form of the Senegal international and has urged him not to relent on his performances

Gbenga Adewoye

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‘Lampard hates losing & lets Chelsea players know!’

The French defender is enjoying working under a club legend at Stamford Bridge and hopes to help deliver the performances and results being demanded

Chris Burton

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Boakye: I want to score against Olympiacos 

The Ghana international previews the Serbians' midweek clash with the Greeks in the elite European club championship

P Narkortu Teye

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Inter keen on Alonso as Chelsea trio could all leave in January

The Blues trio could all be on the move when the winter window opens as they continue to struggle for first-team minutes under Frank Lampard

Nizaar Kinsella

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Liverpool ready to walk Champions League tightrope

The European champions rarely have an easy game and Tuesday will be no different in Austria where the upstarts will be looking to cause an upset

Neil Jones

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Barca to get a glimpse of their Messi-less future

He may have picked up his sixth Ballon d'Or but the No.10 set alarm bells ringing when he admitted last week that retirement was approaching

Rik Sharma

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Hummels: Dortmund need to wake up!

The experienced Germany defender remains optimistic about BVB's chances this season but concedes that performances need to improve

David Binder

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Champions League: Top matches to watch

The final round of UCL group stage matches is top of the agenda on SuperSport

Goal

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'Lampard will make Chelsea a force in England & Europe'

Jose Bosingwa enjoyed plenty of success alongside the Blues boss during their playing days and expects those achievements to be matched as a coach

Chris Burton

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Chelsea need to show more personality - Lampard

Frank Lampard wants his Chelsea players to show more personality following two defeats in their last three matches.

Goal

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Klopp rules out defender signing in January

The Reds boss has seen it suggested that injuries could force him to dip into the winter market, but he says he will not be adding at the back

Chris Burton

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Klopp slams German translator ahead of Salzburg clash

The Reds boss was in a fiery mood ahead of the crunch game, telling a translator, "I can do it by myself"

Guy Atkinson

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I was wrong to not sign Mane at Dortmund - Klopp

The German tactician revealed he made the incorrect call on the Senegalese star at his previous club

Goal

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Benitez would be open to Everton move

A former Liverpool manager taking over at Goodison Park would prove controversial, but the Spaniard admits it could happen in the future

Goal

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Zorc defends Dortmund's Sancho treatment

The England international needs to be treated carefully as his career progresses, the BVB official says

Goal

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Valverde: Messi getting rest ahead of Clasico

Barcelona will be without the forward for their Champions League clash, with a clash against Real Madrid looming

Nicholas McGee

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Klopp: Liverpool are ambitious like crazy

The Reds have seven more matches to play in a congested December and the manager has told his players to take it one game at a time

Daniel Lewis

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Benitez backs Liverpool to end long wait for title

The Merseysiders have dominated the division so far this season and their former manager is sure they will end the campaign with the trophy

Goal

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Haaland not focused on transfer speculation

Red Bull Salzburg striker Erling Haaland is in sparkling form and is reportedly attracting the interest of clubs across Europe.

Nicholas McGee

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Asamoah to play in midfield against Barcelona

The Ghanaian is finally poised to make his first start in over a month, but it won't be in the regular left wing-back role

Kunle Fayiga

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Gueye to miss PSG against Galatasaray

The Senegal international is still recovering from the injury he suffered during Saturday's league game at Montpellier

Taiye Taiwo

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Ancelotti: Talk of replacing me is completely normal

Napoli are reportedly ready to call time on the manager's time at the club and the veteran coach said he is "ready" to be sacked

Daniel Lewis

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Witsel out until 2020 after fall at home

The Belgian has been a regular for the club this season but will now miss at least four matches after undergoing facial surgery.

Daniel Lewis

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Champions League knockouts: What does each team need to qualify for last 16?

Ahead of the draw, here is Goal's essential guide for the Champions League knockout round and what results each side needs to progress

Goal

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'Man Utd target Haaland needs to pick the right club'

The Red Bull Salzburg striker has a clutch of admirers across Europe and can again showcase his talent in the Champions League against Liverpool

Kevin Palmer

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Lampard: Youngsters must step up

The Blues face a huge clash with Lille on Tuesday and the manager is confident his side will be at their best

Daniel Lewis

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Lampard wary of ‘reactionary’ spending at Chelsea

The Blues boss has been freed to dip into the January market, but is eager to point out that he will not be adding for the sake of it

Chris Burton

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Lovren & Wijnaldum ready to aid Liverpool’s quest

The Reds will have two senior stars available to them for a trip to Red Bull Salzburg on Tuesday, but Adam Lallana once again misses out

Chris Burton

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‘Hungry’ Rudiger returns to Chelsea squad for Lille clash

Frank Lampard has revealed that the Germany international defender is back in consideration for a European encounter with Lille on Tuesday

Chris Burton

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Messi to miss Barca clash with Inter as Clasico looms

Ernesto Valverde has left the Argentine magician out of his latest Champions League squad with the Blaugrana already safely through to the last 16

James Westwood

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Who will win Ballon d'Or 2020? Favourites & outsiders

From Lionel Messi to Cristiano Ronaldo and beyond, Goal brings you the contenders to win the next award for the world's best player

Goal

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Foden told by Guardiola his time ‘is coming’

The highly-rated playmaker has remained on the fringes of the fold this season, but will get another chance to impress in the Champions League

Chris Burton

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Blind: Mane is the 'new Ronaldo'

The former Dutch manager is full of praise for the Senegal international’s impact at Anfield and hailed his ability to play football with both feet

Taiye Taiwo

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