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Frattesi shoots Inter into Champions League final after Barcelona epic

Italy midfielder Frattesi won a tie for the ages under a downpour in Milan when he lashed home in the 99th minute after great play from Marcus Thuram.

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Watch VideoChampions League: Barcelona fight back against Inter Milan in sensational semi-final draw

Barcelona and Inter Milan play out thrilling 3-3 Champions League semi-final first leg, highlighted by Lamine Yamal's record-breaking brilliance.

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They've had Neymar, Mbappé, Messi but PSG's biggest superstar is Luis Enrique, says Bastian Schweinsteiger

Fifa World Cup winner Bastian Schweinsteiger believes “the biggest superstar” in the UEFA Champions League at present is Paris St Germain manager Luis Enrique.

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Watch VideoMan Utd stun Lyon in nine-goal thriller to secure Europa League semi-final spot

Manchester United secured a dramatic Europa League semi-final spot with a thrilling 5-4 extra-time victory over Lyon, progressing 7-6 on aggregate, thanks to a late resurgence highlighted by goals from Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, and Harry Maguire.

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Watch VideoArsenal, take a bow – Then take a seat and watch PSG end your Champions League dream

Arsenal fans celebrated a stunning victory over Real Madrid, but their Champions League dreams face a daunting challenge against PSG. Will hope triumph over reality?

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Watch VideoChelsea fans must 'trust' the process despite blip, says Enzo Maresca

Despite a challenging season that risks Chelsea's Champions League hopes, Enzo Maresca insists the team is on the right path and urges fans to remain patient.

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Watch VideoArsenal's Martin Odegaard can prove point on Real Madrid return

After a decade of proving his worth, Arsenal's Martin Odegaard returns to Real Madrid, ready to showcase his talent and lead his team in a pivotal Champions League clash.

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Watch VideoKai Havertz could return for Arsenal before end of season, says Mikel Arteta

Arsenal's Champions League hopes receive unexpected boost as Mikel Arteta reveals Kai Havertz could make a surprise return before season's end, just months after hamstring surgery.

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Watch VideoMikel Arteta says Arsenal can upset Real Madrid on 'biggest night' of career

Mikel Arteta declares the Champions League quarter-final against Real Madrid the "biggest night" of his career, expressing unwavering confidence in Arsenal's ability to upset the 15-time European champions at the Emirates.

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Watch VideoVirgil van Dijk has 'no idea' over his Liverpool future

Liverpool's defensive stalwart Virgil van Dijk has cast doubt over his Anfield future, revealing contract talks are ongoing but unresolved.

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PSG stun Liverpool on penalties to make Champions League quarters

Never in Liverpool's history had they lost a European tie after winning the first leg away from home but Ousmane Dembele's early strike brought the French champions level at 1-1 on aggregate.

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Watch VideoLiverpool must be ready to 'suffer' in PSG return leg, says Virgil van Dijk

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has warned that their Champions League battle with PSG is far from over, despite securing a crucial 1-0 away victory in the first leg.

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Watch VideoLiverpool stun PSG in Uefa Champions League

French league leaders PSG dominated at the Parc des Princes but couldn't make their superiority count and Harvey Elliott struck three minutes from time after replacing Mohamed Salah with Liverpool's only shot on target.

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Watch VideoShandre Campbell's Champions League breakthrough: Rising SA star eyes bigger stage

In a landmark moment for South African football, 19-year-old Shandre Campbell earned his place on Club Brugge's bench for their UEFA Champions League Last 16 clash against Aston Villa.

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Lunga Biyela|Published

Pep Guardiola denies Manchester City rebuild is biggest challenge of career

As Manchester City trail 20 points behind Liverpool and face a crucial match against Tottenham, Pep Guardiola remains defiant about his team's future

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Yolande Du Preez|Published

Watch VideoPep Guardiola’s Manchester City scrapes through to Champions League play-offs

The Belgian champions were on course to send Manchester City packing before the knockout stages for the first time since 2012 when Raphael Onyedika fired the visitors into the lead just before half-time.

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Yolande Du Preez|Published

Watch VideoIs the new Uefa Champions League format flawed? Liverpool's Arne Slot thinks so

All the teams that qualified for this season’s competition were pitted in one massive group, and the top 24 advance to the next phase of the Champions League after eight games.

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Big boots to fill | When footballers follow in the glorious footsteps of their fathers, it is quite the sight to behold

From Justin Kluivert's Premier League hat-trick to Timothy Weah's Serie A success, a new generation of football stars are creating their own legacies while honouring their legendary fathers' footsteps. This compelling story explores how these sons of football royalty are making their mark on the beautiful game, some surpassing expectations while others face the weight of their famous surnames.

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Watch VideoIt’s time for Liverpool to hurry up and offer Mo Salah a new contract

Mohamed Salah’s contract comes to an end this season and he has repeatedly, and uncharacteristically made a number of cryptic comments on the matter in public.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoWATCH: Kenny Dalglish sings Mo Salah praises amid contract rumours

Liverpool legend Kenny Dalglish says Mohamed Salah has had a fantastic career at The Reds, as contract talk rumours involving the Egyptian linger at the club.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Renamed Super League asks to be recognised by FIFA and UEFA

Super League promoters have revealed they have asked FIFA and UEFA for "official recognition" of their proposed competition.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Manchester City's Kyle Walker calls for action after online racist abuse

Manchester City defender Kyle Walker has called for tough action to tackle online abuse after he received a "vile, racist and threatening" message.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

UEFA Champions League – Battle for qualification

The UEFA Champions League is contested by the highest ranked teams of the strongest UEFA national associations.

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Watch VideoMan City vs Juventus: Pep Guardiola ‘questioning himself’ after Champions League loss

Manchester City now find themselves in 22nd place in the 36-team table, with only the top 24 progressing out of the group phase.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Mikel Arteta grapples with defensive injury crisis ahead of Monaco clash

Mikel Arteta praised his Arsenal team for how they have coped with a punishing defensive injury crisis as he prepares his men to face Monaco in the Champions League on Wednesday.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published