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Chelsea standout had Yamal in his pocket
Chelsea managed to keep Barcelona from scoring for the first time in 24 consecutive Champions League matches, and according to international media that was largely thanks to Marc Cucurella. The Londoners made short work of the Catalans on Tuesday evening.
Slot may have only one more week to save his job
Liverpool crashed to a damaging 4-1 home defeat against PSV at Anfield, deepening the crisis around manager Arne Slot. Defensive errors, a lifeless attack and a toxic atmosphere in the stands have pushed Slot to the brink, with his future and Liverpool’s Champions League hopes now hanging by a thread.
Liverpool receive good news from Real Madrid in the midst of a crisis
Liverpool receive a boost in the middle of their crisis as Real Madrid rule out a move for Ibrahima Konaté, clearing the way for the Reds to focus on renewing the French defender’s contract in the final year of his deal.
The other side of Bayerns first defeat
In London, Bayern leave the pitch as second best for the first time – which could also have its advantages.
Who will replace Ouedraogo?
This Friday, RB Leipzig will open matchday 12 of the Bundesliga away to Borussia Mönchengladbach. One personnel issue in particular will be in the spotlight.
Everything Barca received from the sale of Cucurella
Marc Cucurella, a La Masia product sold by Barcelona for a total of just 9.8 million euros across several deals, shone against his former club with a top performance for Chelsea, shutting down Lamine Yamal and playing a key role in the match.
Hungry Schalke 04 win the top clash and seize control
Schalke 04 has seized control in the 2. Bundesliga. The traditional club did so in a direct top-of-the-table clash against Paderborn, who had been league leaders until Friday evening. Afterwards, there was great joy at the club that is longing for a return to the highest level.
Protest motivated Madueke to turn the Arsenal story into a success
The fans’ protest against signing Noni Madueke last summer has only given the Arsenal forward extra fuel. That is what manager Mikel Arteta claims in the build-up to the reunion with Chelsea, Madueke’s former club.
Arsenal are the kings of Europe
Arsenal are dominating Europe right now, combining a perfect Champions League record, rock solid defence and versatile attacking play. After a statement 3-1 win over Bayern and top spot in the Premier League with a six point cushion, the Gunners look like the most complete team on the continent at this stage of the season.
Guardiola only kept Nico González in the starting XI
With ten changes to the starting eleven, the Citizens lost at home to Bayer Leverkusen before the clash with Real Madrid.