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Champions League 2024/25 draw: dates, format and what the five English clubs need to know
The revamped 36-team Champions League league phase draw takes place from 5pm UK time on Thursday, with Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United, Aston Villa and Liverpool all learning their eight group-stage opponents.
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Atlético Madrid shuts door on Barcelona, blocks Julián Álvarez transfer
Atlético Madrid officially announced Thursday that it refuses to negotiate Julián Álvarez's transfer to FC Barcelona, accusing the Catalan club of failing to respect ethical standards in the transfer market.
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Guendouzi shouts « Come on OM! » at Groupama Stadium and triggers mass brawl
After Fenerbahçe's 2-1 victory over Lyon in the Champions League playoff return leg, Mattéo Guendouzi provoked opposing supporters and players at the final whistle, sparking violent clashes in the tunnel leading to the dressing rooms.
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From Who Wants To Be A Millionaire to the Champions League: Dambrauskas's remarkable rise
Valdas Dambrauskas used quiz show winnings to fund a move to England, studied sport science in London, and coached non-league football before guiding Sabah to Azerbaijan's title and into the 2026/27 Champions League.
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Arsenal, Liverpool and Man City learn 2026/27 Champions League group-stage opponents
The 2026/27 Champions League league-stage draw takes place on Thursday evening, with Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Aston Villa among the 36 clubs discovering their eight opponents apiece.
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Man United return to Champions League as City seek redemption in Thursday's group-stage draw
Manchester United and Manchester City will learn their 2026/27 UEFA Champions League opponents on Thursday when the league-phase draw takes place at 5pm UK time. United are back in Europe's premier competition for the first time in three years.
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Palmer reveals Alonso's free role is already unlocking his best Chelsea form
Cole Palmer scored and assisted in Chelsea's 3-2 Premier League win over Fulham on Monday, and says new manager Xabi Alonso has given him the freedom to drift across the pitch — a licence he lacked last season.
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Atletico Madrid vow to block Alvarez move to Barcelona as Arsenal circle with deadline looming
Atletico Madrid's board has unanimously backed the club's refusal to sell Julián Alvarez to Barcelona, releasing a second furious statement in days after the Argentina striker was booed during Sunday's draw with Villarreal. Arsenal remain in the picture with one week until the transfer window closes.
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Iraola stays tight-lipped as Liverpool agree £120m deal for PSG winger Barcola
Liverpool have reached a verbal agreement with Paris Saint-Germain to sign Bradley Barcola for £120million, though Bournemouth head coach Andoni Iraola declined to comment on the 23-year-old winger until a medical is completed.
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Atletico Madrid rule out Barcelona sale of Alvarez, leaving Arsenal path open
Atletico Madrid's board of directors have unanimously backed the club's refusal to sell Julian Alvarez to Barcelona, citing a lack of ethics and professionalism — a stance that could accelerate a move to Arsenal, who remain in contention for the Argentine.
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Arsenal's summer signing Meslier could exit on loan as Marseille circle before deadline
Illan Meslier, Arsenal's first signing of the summer, may leave the club before the transfer window closes, with Marseille reportedly exploring a loan move for the French goalkeeper.
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Guendouzi sparks controversy after OL-Fenerbahçe defeat, UEFA suspension demanded
Mattéo Guendouzi triggered a major incident at Groupama Stadium on Wednesday following Lyon's 1-2 loss to Fenerbahçe in the UEFA Champions League third qualifying round. The 27-year-old French midfielder, a former Marseille player, repeatedly provoked Lyon supporters before and after the match. Commentator Stéphane Guy has called for a heavy UEFA sanction that could exclude him from the group stage.
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Champions League 2026-27 draw: Liverpool-Real Madrid, Inter-Arsenal and Juve-Benfica banned at home
Ahead of the 2026-27 Champions League league phase draw, UEFA has ruled out three specific home fixtures under an anti-repetition rule introduced when the competition format changed.
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Ibrahim Mbaye Targeted by Liverpool and Bayern Munich to Leave PSG
Sidelined by Luis Enrique since the start of the season, 18-year-old Senegalese winger Ibrahim Mbaye is set to leave PSG. Liverpool, already in advanced negotiations for Barcola, and Bayern Munich are competing for his signature.
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Manchester United players sign waivers for £10m Amazon documentary deal brokered by Ratcliffe
Manchester United players have signed waivers allowing Amazon to film them for an 'All or Nothing' documentary, with the deal set to bring the club more than £10m. Cameras were reportedly already rolling as United lost their season opener to Hull City.
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Barcola joins Liverpool for €140m, record transfer between PSG and Reds
PSG and Liverpool reached an agreement on August 27 for Bradley Barcola's transfer. The total amount of the deal reaches approximately €140 million including bonuses, with a fixed fee of €116–117 million.
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Manchester United and City discover Champions League group-phase opponents in Thursday's draw
Manchester United and Manchester City will learn their eight league-phase opponents in the 2026/27 Champions League draw on Thursday. United return to Europe's top competition for the first time since 2023/24, while City sit in Pot 1 alongside Liverpool and Arsenal.
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De Bruyne backs Gabriel Jesus to thrive at Napoli as Arsenal weigh summer exits
Kevin De Bruyne has endorsed a potential move for former Manchester City teammate Gabriel Jesus to Napoli, praising the Brazilian's quality and winning experience. Jesus, 29, has yet to feature for Arsenal this season and is also attracting interest from Everton and Ipswich.
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Guendouzi sparks post-match brawl at Lyon after Fenerbahce seal Champions League place
Matteo Guendouzi's exuberant celebrations following Fenerbahce's 2-1 win over Lyon on Wednesday triggered a mass brawl involving players, fans and staff — reviving memories of his acrimonious exit from Arsenal under Mikel Arteta.
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Bouaddi set for City debut at Palace as Doku and Nunes face fitness doubts
Ayyoub Bouaddi could feature for Manchester City against Crystal Palace on Friday after manager Enzo Maresca confirmed the £80m signing from Lille is fit and ready, though Jeremy Doku remains sidelined and Matheus Nunes is not fully recovered.
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