Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola said his side have just a one percent chance of progress to the Champions League last 16 against Real Madrid on Wednesday but the English champions’ new recruits could offer a lifeline.
Leeds took a huge step towards a return to the Premier League after Pascal Struijk’s dramatic 95th minute winner defeated Championship promotion rivals Sunderland 2-1 at Elland Road on Monday.
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk insists the Premier League leaders can cope with the mounting pressure of the title race.
Real Madrid (50 points), Atlético Madrid (49 points), and Barcelona (48 points) are separated by just two points after 23 matchdays, making this the closest three-way title race since the 2013-14 La Liga season.
Arsenal’s title hopes hang in the balance after Liverpool’s win over Wolves, but despite the Reds’ seven-point gap, Mikel Arteta’s side are closer to winning the Premier League.
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick accused Jude Bellingham of being “disrespectful” after the Real Madrid star was sent-off in the 1-1 La Liga draw with Osasuna.
Manchester United CDM, Casemiro’s departure from Real Madrid in 2022 has said didn’t diminish the profound connection he holds with the club, with regards to their remarkable Champions League legacy.
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola believes his team only have a “one per cent” chance of overcoming Real Madrid in their Champions League clash on Wednesday.
Liverpool’s lead at the top of the Premier League remains seven points after a nervy win over Wolves, while Arsenal are keeping up with their win against Leicester.
Former Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez has admitted Trent Alexander-Arnold would be perfect and may flourish at Real Madrid as Trent’s links to Madrid keep mounting.