Bailly: Valencia draw 'the way forward' for Man Utd

The Red Devils were forced to a stalemate at the Old Trafford on Tuesday night as they chase their first win since September 19

Man Utd charged by UEFA after late Valencia kick-off

Jose Mourinho's side are the subject of disciplinary proceedings after their match with the Spanish club kicked off five minutes late on Tuesday

Valverde defends Pochettino axe

The Barcelona boss once dropped the Argentine when he was Espanyol captain, but he says they still have plenty of respect for one another

Valencia: Man United behind Mourinho '100 per cent'

The veteran defender backed his under-fire boss following Tuesday's 0-0 draw at home to Valencia

'Physical PSV are like Van Bommel'

The Dutch side will provide a tough test in their Champions League group clash, according to the Nerazzurri boss

How Liverpool failed to sign Napoli’s €65m star Zielinski

The Reds were keen on the Poland international in 2016 but ended up signing Dutchman Gini Wijnaldum instead

Bonucci: I will win over the Juve fans

Relations were frosty with fans when the Italian defender returned to Turin but the defender is winning them over again with his displays on the pitch

Valencia sorry for 'liking' post calling for Mou sacking

The Ecuador international has been forced into a hasty apology after a social media mishap landed him in hot water

Mourinho's bus escort complaints dismissed by police

Greater Manchester Police have argued that the Red Devils knew the situation well in advance and hinted they should have been better prepared

We found the smile we had lost - Verratti praises PSG boss Tuchel

The Italy international midfielder has praised the way that the coach has rapidly integrated with the squad and says the whole team like him

Ajax roll back the year with classy performance

Ajax lit up the Allianz Arena against Bayern in the Champions League last night, underscoring how Europe has sorely missed their presence

Everton loanee Vlasic happy to play hero for CSKA

On loan from the Premier League side, the midfielder is happy in Moscow after his Champions League heroics

Error-prone Pique a major problem for Barcelona

Samuel Umtiti is facing a spell on the sidelines, which makes the Spain defender's terrible form all the more troubling for Ernesto Valverde

Robben calls for calm amid Bayern struggles

The German champions have now gone three matches without victory after dropping points in Europe, but the veteran winger is not concerned

Highlights: Hoffenheim 1-2 Man City

After losing their first Group F match, Manchester City got off the mark at the second attempt in this season's Champions League.

Kovac: Nobody expected Bayern slump

The Bundesliga side's head coach knows his team must get down and dirty in a bid to slow their recent slump

Navas admits Madrid are missing Ronaldo

The Portuguese star's absence is being felt at by the Spanish side as they struggle to find goals, according to the Costa Rican

'Keep fighting' - Pogba issues Man Utd. rallying cry

The midfielder used social media to issue a rallying cry following his side's goalless draw against Valencia on Tuesday.

Lopetegui: Benzema drought not just on him

The forward has not scored in his last six games in all competitions following Real Madrid's loss to CSKA Moscow

Roma can do much better - Dzeko

The striker admitted his side did not start the season well but thinks there is more to come after they beat Viktoria Plzen 5-0

Lyon boss: 'We completely messed up the first half'

The manager praised his team's comeback against Shakhtar Donetsk but admitted they were outplayed badly in the first half

Mourinho: Scholes can say what he wants

Manchester United were held to a goalless draw by Valencia after the club legend described their current boss as "embarrassing"

Mourinho blames police for United bus delay

The manager said a lack of an escort was to blame after taking more than an hour to get from the team hotel to the ground

Modric: Real Madrid not in crisis

Pressure is mounting on head coach Julen Lopetegui but the midfielder is adamant that the Merengue will arrest their slump

'We lack technical quality' – Mou passes the blame again

A 0-0 Champions League draw had the Old Trafford outfit's boss bemoaning the lack of quality in his side against a top-level team

Klopp urges Salah to 'be relaxed' after slow start

The Egyptian should have no worries because the quality of his play has not changed, according to the Liverpool boss

Real Madrid on worst scoring run for 11 years

Julen Lopetegui is under pressure after his side failed to score for the third successive game, losing 1-0 away to CSKA Moscow.

Wijnaldum backs under-fire Salah to handle pressure

The Egyptian star has three goals in nine matches in all competitions this term, but his team-mate isn't concerned

‘Egos not heroes’? Why Neymar player power claims are false

The Champions League loss to Liverpool has been used as evidence of player power running wild in Paris but the squad is united behind their new coach

Mourinho sets new mark for home futility

The Portuguese manager recorded another unwanted record in a season that is quickly unraveling for his side

Why can't Madrid score? World Cup demons haunt Real

A strong start to the season is well and truly in the rear-view mirror as Julen Lopetegui contemplates three goalless games without a victory

Scholes is right, Mourinho's Man Utd are embarrassing

United turned in a turgid performance in the 0-0 draw with Valencia, perfectly summing up their current crisis

Sane: Baumann admitted it was a penalty

That City forward says the goalkeeper admitted to fouling him in the area after the controversial second-half incident

Allegri delighted for Dybala but demands more from Juve

After a 3-0 victory over Young Boys, the Serie A champions' manager felt his side could have scored even more

Man City redeemed after Hoffenheim win - Kompany

Pep Guardiola's men registered their first points in this year's Champions League in Germany, banishing bad memories of a disappointing debut

Guardiola relieved after 'important' Man City win

Defeat to Lyon represented a sluggish start to City's Champions League campaign, but they bounced back on Tuesday

Silva strike seals late victory for Man City

Three-goal Dybala dazzles as Juve claim the spoils

Klopp won't fall for 'smart fox' Ancelotti's mind games

The Napoli boss built up Liverpool in his news conference, but the Reds coach isn't

Determined Kane wants to break Messi's scoring records

The Argentine and Cristiano Ronaldo have rewritten football's history books over the past decade, but the striker is desperate to match the pair

Pochettino: Injuries are not an excuse for Spurs

Tottenham will be missing Dele Alli, Dembele, Eriksen, Aurier and Vertonghen against Barcelona, but Pochettino believes his side can still win.

Alisson sorry he won't face Ronaldo

The Brazilian's Liverpool switch meant he will not be between the posts when Roma take on Juve, although a European date is still a possibility

If we get momentum anything is possible - Kompany

The defender hopes his side can bounce back from their defeat to Lyon and believes they win be successful in Europe this season

'Aguero the world's best striker'

The Blues have spent an incredible amount of money over the last decade, but their Argentine frontman remains one of their shrewdest buys

How will Juventus line up without Ronaldo?

Juve face a Champions League test against Young Boys without their big summer signing - but how will they approach the game?

VIDEO: Fekir, Pogba & the UCL Ones to Watch

Europe's premier club competition is back - but who will be crowned the first Santander Player of the Week?

Lloris back to face Barca as Alli & Eriksen miss out

Spurs could have their first-choice goalkeeper back for Champions League duty on Wednesday but will be without five first-team regulars at Wembley

Liverpool get green light for Anfield concerts

The stadium will be able to host up to six events a year after the Premier League club’s changes were approved by the city council

FIFA 19 Emerging Champions: Which PL starlet will rise?

Phil Foden, Andreas Pereira, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Davinson Sánchez will be hoping to elevate themselves to superstardom this season.

'Wolves right to reject Neves interest'

The Portuguese has attracted interest from the Premier League champions and his club may be bracing themselves for a mega-money offer in January

Shaqiri: Napoli will be a hard game

The attacker knows how intimidating a trip to Stadio San Paolo can be and has cautioned against complacency after a routine pre-season win

'Best ever' Messi isn't human! - Lineker

The former Blaugrana striker has never seen anything like the mercurial Argentine, with his exploits having raised the bar of individual excellence

Messi's leadership qualities lauded by Lenglet

A summer arrival at Camp Nou has already been struck by important an Argentine talisman is both on and off the field in Catalunya

Not 'the new Kante': Who is Tanguy Ndombele?

The OL star is forging a reputation for himself as a player who could go all the way in the game, with international honours set to follow soon

Mourinho tells players to show love for Man Utd

The struggling Red Devils have been urged to bounce back from their most recent disappointment by putting in a strong display against Valencia

Why Man City fans still boo the Champions League anthem

Pep Guardiola and some of the club's fans have called on supporters to embrace UEFA and its flagship competition but the anger runs deep

‘Irresistible’ Sanches finally shining after two years of hell

The 21-year-old had seen his stock plummet over the last 24 months since moving from Benfica, but he is now inviting comparisons with Bayern legends

Neymar eyeing improvement in Messi role

Paris Saint-Germain lost their opening Champions League match at Liverpool, but their Brazilian superstar is expecting the Ligue 1 side to improve

'Spurs would beat Barca with Messi'

The ex-Argentina and Spurs star believes the No.10 is the one who tips the scale in the Catalan side's favour ahead of Wednesday's European clash

Ronaldo needs to rest - Allegri

Juve boss Massimiliano Allegri believes Cristiano Ronaldo's UEFA Champions League suspension one-match suspension may come as a blessing in disguise

Kompany desperate to win Champions League with Man City

Manchester City's Vincent Kompany admits the Champions League is number one on his wishlist

Ronaldo will find Serie A difficult - Cafu

The former Real Madrid star is not going to find it easy at his new home, says the Brazilian legend

Alisson expecting Napoli test

The Brazilian warned Liverpool they will face a huge test at the Stadio San Paolo

Poch: Spurs can enjoy Messi clash

The Argentinian is impossible to stop and Tottenham manager said his team must enjoy facing the Barcelona star

How to watch Tottenham vs. Barcelona in Canada: Live stream for Champions League group stage match

Here is your guide to watching Wednesday's UEFA Champions League Group B encounter.

Messi almost joined Espanyol - Pochettino

The current Tottenham manager revealed the Barcelona star almost joined him at Espanyol in 2005

How to watch Napoli vs. Liverpool in Canada: Live stream for Champions League group stage match

Here is your guide to watching Wednesday's UEFA Champions League Group C encounter.

How to watch Juventus vs. Young Boys in Canada: Live stream for Champions League group stage match

Here is your guide to watching Tuesday's UEFA Champions League Group H encounter.

Guardiola to wait on Aguero Champions League call

The striker has been carrying a foot injury but could be passed fit to face Hoffenheim, says his manager

UCL rest good for Ronaldo - Allegri

Suspension has robbed Juventus of the Portuguese star against Young Boys, but his manager is okay with the star forward's absence

‘Too much has been expected of Salah’ - Carragher

There are concerns over the Egypt international showings this season, which has been below last season's standard

How to watch Manchester United vs. Valencia in Canada: Live stream for Champions League group stage match

Here is your guide to watching Tuesday's UEFA Champions League Group H encounter.

Lopetegui: Ramos needs rest

The defender will watch his club's match against CSKA Moscow from afar, but his coach has confirmed there is no injury at play

Lampard backs 'big boy' Mourinho to work through trouble

The ex-Chelsea midfielder said it is a tough moment for the United manager and suggested he needs his players to buy into his ideas

'You can't resolve anything by talking' – Matic

The midfielder insisted pressure does not bother him and says we will see which United players are scared and which have character in the coming games

Pogba smiling in Man Utd training as quartet miss out

On Tuesday night Jose Mourinho's side play at home in the Champions League for the first time since their shock defeat to Sevilla last season

Pochettino: Impossible to take Barcelona job

More than 250 league appearances for Espanyol have left the Argentine with too much loyalty to the Parakeets to ever coach their Catalan rivals

Test your Tottenham - Barcelona knowledge

A Champions League blockbuster is almost upon us - but how much do YOU know about the two clubs ahead of their Wembley showdown?

Boost for Real as Bale avoids serious injury

Having undergone medical tests, the forward has been cleared of suffering any long-lasting thigh problem during a clash with Atletico

Batshuayi planning Chelsea return

The 22-year-old says he found it difficult to settle when he first arrived in London and thinks the move to La Liga will help improve him as a player

Some care more than others - Mourinho takes swipe at Man Utd stars

Klopp admits Sturridge fitness concern

The England forward netted a fine goal to secure a draw over Chelsea but the Liverpool boss still has doubts over whether he can complete 90 minutes

Bentancur: Juve can cope without Ronaldo

The midfielder says Juventus will be able to cope without their star signing against Young Boys in the Champions League

Porto’s Aboubakar undergoes successful surgery

The Cameroon international was forced off in their win over Tondela and is set for a long layoff after going under the knife

Madrid lose Ramos and Bale for CSKA

Julen Lopetegui's side have been weakened by the losses of two stars ahead of their second Group G match in the Champions League

Mbappe is a future Ballon d’Or winner – Di Maria

The Argentine has been looking into the future - of both his talented PSG team-mate and his own

Valverde playing with fire by resting Barcelona ace Messi

Barca look clueless without their star man, and with the focus on winning the Champions League standards have been much lower in La Liga as a result

Alli out of Barca clash as Spurs sweat on knocks

Tottenham's injury list is growing heading into a crunch Champions League clash, with Mauricio Pochettino waiting on important fitness updates

Falcao: Monaco's start terrible

Leonardo Jardim’s side finished as runners-up to PSG last term but have since endured a torrid new campaign, with one victory to their name so far

Allegri: Ronaldo deserves to face Man United

The Portuguese star can face his former club in the Champions League after avoiding an extended ban, which has pleased the Old Lady boss

Poch says Spurs are not looking ahead to Barca clash

Serge Aurier and Christian Eriksen are set to miss Tottenham's trip to the John Smith's Stadium ahead of their Champions League clash next week

Ronaldo learns Champions League fate after red card

The Portugal international will miss one game, against Young Boys, but will be free to play at Old Trafford

Champions League to use VAR from 2019-20

UEFA has announced that the technology will be used in Europe's elite club competition from the 2019-20 season and at the finals of Euro 2020

Messi and Ronaldo lead FIFPro XI as Salah is snubbed

Real Madrid once more weighed heavily in the pick of football's stars for 2018, contributing four current players as well as the new Juve signing

It's about respect - Ronaldo & Messi snub showed none

The two stars set a poor example by choosing to skip Monday's award show in London, with the men's best player prize won by Luka Modric

Modric defeats Ronaldo & Salah in FIFA's The Best

The Real Madrid and Croatia midfielder won the Golden Ball at the World Cup and was also named UEFA Men’s Player of the Year in August

FIFA's The Best awards LIVE: Ronaldo vs Modric vs Salah & all the results

'Champions League final defeat changed Liverpool'

The former Reds striker believes Jurgen Klopp's side now feel as though they belong among the best, with a fear factor generated as a result

Will Messi & Ronaldo attend FIFA's The Best award ceremony?

The award ceremony takes place in London this evening, though neither striking sensation is reported to be in attendance

Ramos never apologised for UCL final elbow – Karius

The Besiktas goalkeeper says that he has nothing against the Spain defender personally and has admitted that he has watched the match back

FIFA's The Best 2018: Nominees, Puskas Award & full guide

This year's FIFA Best Awards will take place in September, with Cristiano Ronaldo keen to win his third honour in a row

Karius out to emulate Kahn with error response

The German goalkeeper made two costly errors on the grandest of stages against Real Madrid, but insists he has not run away from Liverpool

Complete guide to FIFA 19 Ultimate Team

Goal explains how FIFA's most popular mode works and tells you everything you need to know to succeed in Online Seasons and FUT Champions

‘Neymar is the Kim Kardashian of football!’

The former Marseille player says that the Brazil ace is "not a footballing phenomenon" and is more about marketing

'There is no Cavani problem' - Tuchel silences rift rumours

The striker was replaced against Liverpool in midweek, but the coach says he still trusts the Uruguay international forward

Salah's 'poor form' is good news for Liverpool

The Egyptian has not been at his brilliant best so far this season - but how good will the Reds be when he is?

Ederson: City players to blame for Lyon loss

The goalkeeper credited the Ligue 1 side for their effort but ultimately the City players deserve the blame

Ronaldo moving on - Alex Sandro

The Juventus left-back says his team-mate is already putting his dismissal against Valencia behind him

Spalletti: Icardi can improve

The Serie A side have only won two across all competitions this season but their manager believes their skipper can help turn around their fortunes

Three goals for £20m a year: Is this all Alexis has to offer?

The Chilean is the highest-paid player in the league and is doing what is asked of him, yet looks nothing like the forward that excelled at Arsenal

Costa injuries to see him through spitting ban

The Brazilian picked up ankle and thigh knocks in Champions League action against Valencia and could subsequently be sidelined for up to four weeks

Salah's goalless run doesn't concern Klopp

The Reds boss has no worries over a slow start to the season made by a star forward who netted 44 times across all competitions in 2017-18

'Ronaldo's red card due to hallucination!'

The former Bianconeri boss has called on UEFA to implement technology into the Champions League following a hugely controversial sending off

Bale & Zidane fell out? They barely spoke to begin with!

The Welshman was considering leaving the club but has been unchained following the exits of Zinedine Zidane and Cristiano Ronaldo

Spitting bullets! Ronaldo & Costa meltdowns won't win UCL

European glory has become an obsession for the Bianconeri but they will not end their 22-year drought if they cannot control their emotions

Pogba: Man Utd getting better

The midfielder is happy with the club's progress after wins over Young Boys, Watford and Burnley

Why Shaqiri might not travel for Liverpool's Red Star Belgrade clash

Shaqiri was embroiled in political controversy following the double eagle celebration he made after scoring against Serbia, and may not face Red Star

Europa League 2018-19 Matchday 1: Schedule, results, scores, TV stream in Canada

The road to Baku kicks off this month with 48 teams vying for the UEFA Europa League trophy.

Pogba performs, Dalot dazzles - Mourinho's best bits

Jose Mourinho appeared the happiest he's been for some time, after Mancheter United beat Young Boys 3-0 in the UEFA Champions League

Pogba reveals penalty promise to Mourinho

The midfielder recovered from his failed spot kick at Burnley to keep his side on track for a win over Young Boys in Wednesday's game

How to play 'FIFA 19' early

FIFA fans can get a head start on playing the popular soccer video game with a free demo or paid subscription.

'He hasn't improved!' - Souness savages match-winner Pogba

The France international enjoyed an excellent display against Young Boys, but was still criticised by the former Liverpool midfielder

'They’re not heroes, they’re egos!' -Neymar and Mbappe slammed

The Champions League winner has taken aim at the PSG attacking trio, claiming that their mentality is currently wrong

Ronaldo red shows Champions League needs VAR - Allegri

The Juventus coach has previous argued against the use of technology but says it "would have helped" on Tuesday

Arteta 'no idea' why Man City slumped against Lyon

Pep Guardiola was serving a touchline ban and the Etihad Stadium crowd was quiet, but these reasons do not explain the team's performance

What can Liverpool and Lyon teach Man City and PSG?

English champions City and French champions PSG are again the favourites to reign supreme domestically but they were both soundly beaten in Europe

Fantasy: Champions League TotW

Our Fantasy writer catches up with the first round of European action and highlights the week's best players from of Barcelona, Ajax and more

'We're not women!' - Can slams Ronaldo red card

The Germany international midfielder faces a backlash after his comments regarding his team-mates controversial sending off

Mourinho praises Dalot following debut

The defender made his debut in Wednesday's 3-0 win at Young Boys in their Champions League opener

Lyon to ban fan for life for Nazi salute

The French side' victory over Man City was somewhat overshadowed by video footage that spread online following the Group F opener

Ronaldo ban: How many CL matches will Juve star miss?

The Portuguese superstar was sent off during his side's 2-0 win over Valencia, putting his participation against Manchester United in serious doubt

Ronaldo sent off on return to Spain with Juventus

An inconsolable Cristiano Ronaldo was controversially sent off against Valencia

Arteta refuses to blame Man City's defeat on Guardiola's ban

Mikel Arteta refused to blame Pep Guardiola's Champions League touchline ban on Manchester City's 2-1 defeat to Lyon.

Champions League 2018-19 Matchday 1: Schedule, results, scores, TV stream in Canada

Europe's premier club competition kicks off as Real Madrid looks to defend its title without Cristiano Ronaldo.

Kovac hails 'special' Sanches

The Portuguese midfielder made his first appearance for the club since May 2017 and scored, much to the delight of his manager

Ronaldo red card absurd – Pjanic

The Juventus star's red card was "absurd", according to his team-mate

'Devastated Ronaldo said he didn't do anything wrong'

The Valencia boss discussed Wednesday's dismissal after his side succumbed to 10-man Juventus in their Champions League opener

They are trying to destroy Ronaldo, says star's sister

Katia Aveiro has jumped to the defence of her sibling after he was left distraught by the first sending off in his long Champions League career

Ronaldo over Modric for Ballon d'Or - Casemiro

The Real Madrid midfielder feels the 2018 Ballon d'Or should go to his ex-team-mate instead of his current one

Rafael: I've never lost at City

Once a member of the Old Trafford outfit, the Brazilian helped Lyon to a 2-1 win at City, who he suggested may have underestimated his team-mates

Lopetegui: Mariano took his chance against Roma

Back at the Bernabeu after an impressive year at Lyon, the forward is making up for lost time and scored off the bench on Wednesday

Pogba 'class' impresses Mourinho

The midfielder was instrumental in the Red Devils win over Young Boys, much to the delight of his manager

Ronaldo left ‘angry’ by red card - Bonucci

The Juventus defender didn’t think the referee had a good view of the incident, while his coach thinks VAR would have helped

Isco backs 'unique' Modric for Ballon d'Or

Real Madrid's scoring hero believes his fellow midfielder deserves to win the 2018 Ballon d'Or after another dominant showing

'Pogba one of the best midfielders in the world'

The Frenchman scored twice to see off Young Boys, much to the delight of his Manchester United team-mate

Man City set unwanted Champions League record

The reigning Premier League champions set an unfortunate record with a loss to Lyon

Van Dijk: Liverpool believe we can win everything!

The Dutch defender says Jurgen Klopp's men will be aiming high after their perfect start to the new campaign

Sloppy City with Champions League lessons to learn

The Blues have been working hard on new ideas to help them go far in the competition, but this was a reminder that the final is a long way off

Who needs Ronaldo? Bale & Real liberated by Lopetegui

The reigning European champions may have missed the clinical Portuguese at times against Roma but they are playing with a newfound freedom

Cornet stars as less-fancied Lyon stun Man City

The 21-year-old impressed as Bruno Genesio's side surprised the English Champions at home

Ronaldo red a reminder Juve must accept petulant personality

The star's incredible collection of goals is not the only thing the Turin side bought from Real Madrid this summer, as an unsightly red card showed

Pogba proves United's main man against Young Boys

The Frenchman turned in a wonderful individual display just when United needed him most, as his two goals and one assist led them to a 3-0 win in Bern

'Ronaldo red one of the most ridiculous sendings off ever'

The Juventus superstar was given his marching orders for an off-the-ball incident and the football world had plenty to say about the dubious moment

Distraught Ronaldo sent off for Juventus

The star man's first game in Europe's top club competition for his new side ended in less than a half hour after he was showed a red card.

Lamela defends misfiring Kane: He is not a machine

The World Cup Golden Boot winner has been criticised of late but his team-mate thinks the rest of the squad need to take some of the pressure off

'90% of the world thinks Griezmann’s as good as Messi & Ronaldo'

The defender has sprung to the defence of his team-mate, who was ridiculed for his opinions by Real Madrid's Sergio Ramos

Pochettino reveals Keita Balde interest

The Argentine manager has been an admirer of the Senegalese forward since his youth days at the Barcelona academy

Kovac embracing Bayern's weight of expectation

The new man in charge at the Allianz Arena is looking forward to taking in a first experience of life among the European elite in a coaching capacity

Pochettino reveals Keita Balde interest

The Argentine manager has been an admirer of the Senegalese forward since his youth days at the Barcelona academy

'Ronaldo & Real's achievements are unique'

The Bayern Munich boss has hailed the Champions League achievements of the Liga giants and a man seeking to maintain a standing at the top of the game

Aurier calls for focus after Tottenham's defeat to Inter

The north London club started their 2018-19 Champions League campaign on a losing note against the Italian side

'Liverpool striker Sturridge is potentially world class'

The 29-year-old "cannot be ignored" when he's on top form, with a former Reds defender praising the attitude of the England forward

Cavani: I'd like to see how PL teams would do in Ligue 1!

The Uruguay international does not believe that his side's loss to the Reds is any indication of the quality of France's top division

FIFA 19 Review: The champion of football games

The new version of the world's best selling football game is released on September 28, but how good is it and what can you expect this year?

Gotze: I want more game time at Dortmund

The 26-year-old was given an hour in Bruges on Tuesday and says it is always his aim to play

How Memphis rebuilt his career after Man Utd disaster

The 24-year-old has come a long way since leaving Manchester in 2017, but memories of a dismal spell in the Premier League still loom

Revealed: Pep working on new tactical approach for CL

The Catalan's tactical framework is top secret but it has emerged that he is working on specific improvements to help deliver European success

Highlights: Schalke 1-1 FC Porto

A comprehensive performance from the Turkish team saw Lokomotiv Moscow put to the sword....

Highlights: Monaco 1-2 Atletico

Atletico Madrid ultimately secured a straightforward victory at Monaco in their Champions League opener, winning 2-1 despite falling behind.

Highlights: Barcelona 4-0 PSV

Barcelona were below their best against PSV, but a magnificent performance from Lionel Messi saw them run out 4-0 winners.

Highlights: Bruges 0-1 Dortmund

A late winner from Christian Pulisic was required for the German team to come up trumps...

Highlights: Liverpool 3-2 PSG

Roberto Firmino popped up with the late match-winner for Liverpool...

Highlights: Schalke 1-1 FC Porto

Edmilson penalty cancelled out Breel Embolo's opener....

Highlights: Inter 2-1 Tottenham

Inter's return to the Champions League ended in a dramatic victory over Tottenham after late goals from Mauro Icardi and Matias Vecino.

Firmino hails Liverpool's team performance in victory over PSG

Why Lukaku has been called a ‘flat-track bully'

The Belgian striker has found goals easy to come by at times for United but, like others, has struggled against tougher opponents

Mane reveals Firmino text ahead of PSG victory

The Brazilian overcame a nasty injury to score the winner in the Reds' opening Champions League group game at Anfield

Which teams has Ronaldo scored most against?

With 15 goals in 18 games the striker has enjoyed great fortunes against Los Che, and he will hope that run continues on Wednesday at Mestalla

Liverpool proved a point with PSG win - Gomez

Despite seeing their two-goal lead wiped out, the Reds still had it in them to overcome the Ligue 1 champions in Tuesday's clash at Anfield

Hungry Robben gunning for more Champions League glory

The Dutchman has had plenty of memorable moments in European club football's elite competition and is hoping for more success this campaign

'Mistakes happen' - Alisson on Karius

Alisson admitted mistakes happen when questioned about Loris Karius

Icardi: Inter can compete against anyone

Having described the environment at his club as "ugly" during the past few weeks, the forward revelled in Tuesday's 2-1 triumph.

Rakitic wants more from hat-trick hero Messi

The midfielder lauded his team-mate following his three-goal haul in the 4-0 victory over PSV on Tuesday

Tuchel: PSG loss 'not logical or correct'

The French side overturned a two-goal deficit before going on to lose to the Reds, much to the disappointment of their boss

Rodrigo and Simeone salute 'decisive' Griezmann

The French forward produced a strong display against Monaco following criticism, and his manager was quick to sing his praises

Favre admits young BVB stars struggled in Bruges

The Bundesliga side's boss acknowledged his young players have a lot of work ahead after a late win over Club Brugge

Ancelotti: Red Star good at 'time wasting and diving'

The Serie A side's boss attributed a frustrating scoreless draw in Serbia to slow ball movement and their opponent's time-wasting tactics

Klopp: Liverpool targeted Neymar

The Reds manager has revealed that his side decided to target Paris Saint-Germain's left flank as their Brazilian forward does not track back

Klopp: Surprise starter Sturridge 'paid 100% back'

The Liverpool boss was pleased with the forward's showing after an eye injury to Roberto Firmino handed him a shock starting spot

Liverpool make best start to season in 57 years

Jurgen Klopp's side left it late against the French giants, but Roberto Firmino's strike means the Reds have opened 2018-19 with six straight wins

Move over, Mr Champions League! Asensio is CR7's successor

The winners of four of the last five Champions League titles had their Portuguese striker to thank for their success but opted not to replace him

'My players aren't sh*t!' - Pochettino blasts back

The Tottenham boss has not taken kindly to seeing the strength of his squad questioned on the back of a dramatic 2-1 Champions League defeat to Inter

WATCH: Pulisic gets birthday gift goal for BVB winner

The American international celebrated his 20th birthday with the winning effort, which came on a fortunate deflection

Ndiaye sees red in Galatasaray's UCL win

The Turkish champions saw off their first Group D opposition with three unreplied goals but saw their midfielder expelled late in the game

An eye for an eye! Hero Firmino wins battle of best attacks

The Brazilian came off the bench to fire home a last-gasp winner in a five-goal thriller as the Reds' attacking machine outscored PSG's at Anfield

LIVE: Liverpool vs Paris Saint-Germain

Messi moves ahead of CR7 to break hat-trick record

Barcelona beat PSV 4-0 as the club's star surpassed his main rival for Champions League hat-tricks, earning more plaudits from his coach

Pochettino: Spurs showing best of the season

Tottenham were stunned by Inter's late comeback at San Siro and their head coach believes his side were hard done by in their Champions League opener

Manolas tight-lipped on Real transfer talk

The Greece international is among those to have been linked with a move to the Santiago Bernabeu, but he claims no discussions have been held

Spurs on worst ever run under Pochettino

After their dramatic defeat to Inter at San Siro, the north London outfit have now lost three straight matches for the first time since 2014