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Liverpool’s travel mishap and an absence that hits Slot hard
Liverpool FC had a bumpy journey to Frankfurt on Tuesday. Even without a press conference, Arne Slot spoke about a painful absence and the Eintracht fans.
Galatasaray make it two wins in a row, Qarabag’s unbeaten run ends
Galatasaray beat Bodo/Glimt 3-1 for a second straight Champions League league phase win as Victor Osimhen struck twice and Yunus Akgun added a third, while Athletic Bilbao ended Qarabag’s unbeaten run 3-1 with a Guruzeta brace and a Robert Navarro strike. Implications for seeding and momentum shape the next fixtures.
Vincenzo Italiano, Bologna's coach, has been hospitalized
Bologna confirms that head coach Vincenzo Italiano is in hospital with bacterial pneumonia, is responding to antibiotic treatment, and is expected to stay under observation for around five days, with staff ensuring operational continuity until his safe return.
Azerbaijani media accuse Valverde of saying Athletic would score nine vs Qarabag
Ernesto Valverde dismissed as “outrageous” Azerbaijani rumors claiming he told his players Athletic would score nine against Qarabag. Ahead of a crucial Champions League clash in Baku, the coach stressed humility, focus, and respect for a confident Qarabag side as Athletic seek their first points of the campaign.
After Arda Güler, another Turkish player linked with Real Madrid: 100 million
Branchini links Kenan Yildiz to Real Madrid after the Juventus forward’s Bernabéu showcase, citing Xabi Alonso’s admiration and a 100 million euros valuation, with context on fit, tactics, and market dynamics.
Kompany is not done in Germany and extends his contract with Bayern
Vincent Kompany and Bayern Munich are eager to continue working together. The Belgian coach has extended his contract with Der Rekordmeister until mid-2029.
Werner warns: 'We have to do many things better'
Ole Werner does not want to be blinded by six unbeaten games and the climb to second place. The RB Leipzig coach still sees plenty of room for improvement in his team ahead of the away match against FC Augsburg.
Heitinga explains sacrificing Gloukh: you have to make choices
Against Chelsea, John Heitinga once again chose to take Oscar Gloukh off early. The decision to substitute the Israeli after Kenneth Taylor’s red card did not go down well with the traveling fans.
Something between down to earth and cheeky
In his first Champions League start, Lennart Karl played himself into the spotlight, but it didn’t surprise his coach.
Gnabry will also miss Bayern’s match against Brugge
Before the Champions League match against Brugge, Bayern coach Vincent Kompany doesn’t need to make major changes to his starting lineup.