Liverpool Boss Klopp Hails Milan Veteran as ‘One of the Best Ever’
In his pre-match press conference, Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp was full of praise for one Rossoneri star who he believes to be ‘one of the best ever players’.
Barcelona vs Bayern Munich Player Ratings: Lewandowski Brace Stifles Barca
Robert Lewandowski scored a brace in Bayern's 3-0 thrashing of Barcelona at the Camp Nou on Tuesday. Playing their first Champions League match since Lionel Messi left to join PSG, it was the first time in 24 years since Barca have lost their opening Champions League game, in a match which the visitors controlled comfortably in a deserved win.
Malmo vs Juventus 0-3: Bianconeri Register First Win of the Season
After a string of disappointing defeats, Juventus finally registered their first win of the season by beating Malmo 3-0 at the Eledon Stadion in their Champions League opener. The Bianconeri opened the scoring through Alex Sandro before goals from Paulo Dybala and Alvaro Morata saw them clinch a much-needed victory.
Villarreal vs Atalanta 2-2: La Dea Capture Precious Point Away
Atalanta are no strangers by now to the Champions League shores and their seasonal debut at Villarreal proved that the Bergamaschi know what they are doing. Playing against the defending Europa League champions, Gasperini's band earned a 2-2 tie, gaining one precious point in the night that saw Manchester United shockingly fall to Young Boys.
Malmo vs Juventus Player Ratings: Morata and Dybala Entertain
Malmo were unable to maintain their tempo, as the Bianconeri punished them with three unanswered goals. Sandro opened the scoring with a sliding header, Dybala added the second from the spot, and Morata killed what little remained of the Swedish hopes with the third. So here are the player ratings for Juventus players following their 3-0 victory at the expense of Malmo.
Barcelona vs Bayern Munich 0-3: The Germans Coast to Victory in Spain
Heavyweight names of European football Barcelona and Bayern Munich went head to head Wednesday night in the first round of the Champions League group games. The Germans coasted to an easy victory in Spain taking home all three points on offer with a superb display.
Kaká Upbeat about Milan in Champions League and Serie A
Ricardo Kaká believes Milan can make it past the group stage in Champions League. “I do not see big gaps between the teams, and anybody could advance. It might be the right year to win the Scudetto. The other contenders lost something, instead they added."
Verona Officially Hire Igor Tudor after Sacking Eusebio Di Francesco
The Eusebio Di Francesco era in Verona is over after just three matches. While Cagliari and Salernitana are considering the same move, the Scaligeri pulled the trigger right away after Monday’s loss to Bologna. They quickly reached an agreement with Igor Tudor, who was Andrea Pirlo's assistant at Juventus last season.
Cagliari Officially Fire Leonardo Semplici after Three Matches
It is Black Tuesday in Serie A as two coaches lost their job in the span of a few hours. After Verona, Cagliari elected to make a switch on their bench. The Sardinians have announced the sacking of Leonardo Semplici and have begun looking for a new boss.
Milan to Face Liverpool without Ibra, Pioli: “We Can Prove We Belong”
Stefano Pioli discussed the Liverpool game with the press today and announced Zlatan Ibrahimovic's absence: "Milan earned this stage through hard work, teamplay, and courage. And that is what we will try to do tomorrow as well. Now the bar gets raised, and it is a major opportunity to prove that we belong.”
Inter vs Real Madrid Preview and Expected Lineups – UCL Round 1
In the Champions League Group D opener, the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium will host a heavyweight encounter that pitches two of Europe’s most in-form and high-profile teams against one another, Inter and Real Madrid. The two clear favorites to qualify go head-to-head in what is expected to be a mouthwatering football contest.
Verona Officially First Serie A Team to Sack Their Coach This Season
The Eusebio Di Francesco era in Verona is over after just three matches. While Cagliari and Salernitana are considering the same move, the Scaligeri pulled the trigger right away after Monday’s loss to Bologna. They are in talks to Juventus to hire Igor Tudor, who was Andrea Pirlo's assistant last season.