Top 10 moments from the Champions League group stage: Jude Bellingham breaks out with Real Madrid and more

Getty Images The UEFA Champions League is back from its winter break on Tuesday with the round of 16, and the promise that the knockout rounds will be just as entertaining as the group stage. This season’s edition of the group stage delivered dramatic moments, from memorable goals to star-making turns and season-defining results for … Read more

Why Man City could defend UCL crown, but another treble is unlikely

play Can Copenhagen stun Man City in the Champions League? (1:06)Stewart Robson and Julien Laurens look ahead to Manchester City’s UCL clash with FC Copenhagen. (1:06) Pep Guardiola is a difficult man to read. The Manchester City manager can often betray a sense of false modesty, suggesting that incredible achievements are beyond his team before … Read more

Liverpool captain Van Dijk urges Elliott to be patient

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has urged Harvey Elliott to be patient over playing chances. The midfielder made a major impact off the bench for Saturday’s win against Burnley. “I’m sure Harvey would love to be playing every week but at the highest level you have to be patient and grab your moments when you … Read more

Brentford captain Norgaard: We’ll survive Toney sale

Brentford captain Christian Norgaard insists the club will survive Ivan Toney’s sale. Both players scored in Saturday’s win at Wolves. Norgaard said: “Toney will be a massive loss, of course. But let’s see what happens in the summer. This club is also known for selling players then replacing them with top quality. “When Ollie Watkins … Read more

China cancels Argentina tour over Messi row

play Marcotti reacts to escalating Messi friendly absence fallout: ‘Grow up!’ (1:49)Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss the escalating fallout of Lionel Messi missing Inter Miami’s friendly with a Hong Kong XI. (1:49) Feb 10, 2024, 09:53 AM ET Both of Argentina‘s planned friendlies in China have been canceled by local authorities after Lionel Messi … Read more