‘Beautiful challenge’ for Leverkusen as Alonso makes Anfield return

Xabi Alonso returns to Anfield for the first time, as his Bayer Leverkusen side take on Liverpool in the Champions League.

Liverpool driven on by ‘destroyed’ season

Liverpool defender Kostas Tsimikas said last season’s heartbreak was driving the Reds’ excellent start this campaign.

Mixing with the DJs – In-form Lewa to strike against Bayern

Resident DJs Dylan Johnson and Dylan Jack return to preview the third round of the new-look UEFA Champions League.

‘Emery already one of Villa’s greats’ – McGinn

John McGinn says Unai Emery has already cemented his position as one of Aston Villa’s greatest managers as the Spaniard celebrates two years in charge sitting atop the Champions League table.

Liverpool sink Leipzig to continue strong start under Slot

A 27th minute tap-in from Darwin Nunez took Liverpool to a controlled 1-0 win at RB Leipzig in the Champions League on Wednesday, continuing their excellent start under new coach Arne Slot.

Leverkusen held to stalemate by battling Brest

Bayer Leverkusen were held to an entertaining 1-1 draw at Brest in the Champions League on Wednesday, with Germany starlet Florian Wirtz netting for the visitors.

Flick calm despite Barca’s dire Bayern record

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said on Tuesday he is not worried by the club’s recent struggles against Champions League opponents Bayern Munich.

Vinicius hat-trick saves Real Madrid in Champions League

Real Madrid came from behind to beat Borussia Dortmund 5-2 in the Champions League with Vinicius Junior scoring a hat-trick.

Aston Villa beat Bologna to go top of the Champions League

John McGinn said there is no limit to Aston Villa’s ambition in the Champions League after beating Bologna 2-0 to go top of the table in a dream return to the competition.

Ancelotti wants goals over pressing from Madrid star Mbappe

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said Monday he wants striker Kylian Mbappe to focus on scoring goals over pressing to help the team.