Man City boss Guardiola: I really like Vavro

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola admits he’s a fan of FC Copenhagen defender Denis Vavro. FCK host the first-leg tonight of their Champions League round 16 tie. Guardiola said: “I love both central defenders – especially Vavro. I like the qualities they have in the passing game. “But more than a specific player, I especially … Read more

Pep challenges Haaland to stay ‘relaxed’ for City

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) COPENHAGEN, Denmark — Pep Guardiola has told Erling Haaland “to relax” after questioning the Manchester City striker’s body language during the win over Everton. Haaland scored both goals in … Read more

Poch hails ‘priceless’ Gallagher after Chelsea win

Mauricio Pochettino said match-winner Conor Gallagher is “priceless” to Chelsea after his two goals helped them to a 3-1 win at Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Monday evening. Chelsea went into the break 1-0 down after Jefferson Lerma’s wondergoal in the first half, but Gallagher scored just a minute into the second half … Read more

Transfer Talk: Mbappé’s move to Real Madrid in jeopardy?

play Laurens: Mbappe’s move to Real Madrid won’t fall through (2:04)Julien Laurens provides an update into Kylian Mbappe’s potential move to Real Madrid from PSG. (2:04) Feb 12, 2024, 06:50 PM ET The winter transfer window is now closed in Europe’s top leagues, but there are plenty of moves in the works and gossip swirling … Read more

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