Bundesliga champs Leverkusen take down Milan

A second half goal from Victor Boniface was enough to earn Bayer Leverkusen a 1-0 home win over AC Milan in the Champions League on Tuesday, giving the German side a perfect start to their campaign while the Italians are still without a point.     Read More  

Simeone doubles down on player blame in derby

Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone has stuck by his view that players who provoke fans should be punished after some home supporters threw objects at visiting Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois in Sunday’s derby, which was suspended.     Read More  

Mbappé in line for early injury return in UCL

Kylian Mbappé has recovered from injury and is available to play for Real Madrid against Lille in the Champions League, Carlo Ancelotti confirmed, saying “if there’s no risk, he’ll play from the first minute.”     Read More  

Saints capt. gets 2-game ban for swearing at ref

Southampton captain Jack Stephens has been handed a £50,000 ($66,535) fine and banned for two games for his abusive language toward officials during last month’s Premier League clash with Manchester United.     Read More