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Ernesto Valverde hails Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta ahead of Champions League clash

Athletic Club manager Ernesto Valverde has placed Mikel Arteta among the elite of European coaches as his side prepare to face Arsenal in their Champions League opener at San Mames.

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Ronald Araujo set for Champions League return as Barcelona eye Newcastle test

Barcelona are preparing for a crucial Champions League clash against Newcastle United on Thursday at St James' Park, and one of the biggest questions for Hansi Flick remains the centre-back partnership.

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PSG suffer double injury blow as Ousmane Dembele and Desire Doue ruled out of Barcelona clash

Paris Saint-Germain have confirmed that both Ousmane Dembele and Desire Doue will be out for several weeks after picking up injuries while on international duty with France against Ukraine, ruling them out of the upcoming clash with Barcelona.

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Jonas Hofmann omitted as Bayer Leverkusen name Champions League squad

Bayer Leverkusen have announced their 25-man squad for the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League, with veteran winger Jonas Hofmann left out following a reduced role in the team.

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Arsenal face Premier League giants in brutal opening run

Arsenal enter the 2025/26 Premier League season with growing expectations after consecutive second-place finishes and a Champions League semi-final run.

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UEFA upholds fines and bans in Real Madrid controversy

UEFA have dismissed Real Madrid's appeal against sanctions imposed on Antonio Rudiger, Kylian Mbappe, and Dani Ceballos following their actions in the Champions League round of 16 second leg against Atletico Madrid last March.

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