CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

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Kylian Mbappe rips into Real Madrid after Benfica loss

Kylian Mbappe has criticised Real Madrid after scoring both of their goals in a damaging 4-2 defeat to Benfica in Lisbon that dropped the Spanish giants into the Champions League play-off round for a second straight season.

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Arne Slot demands Liverpool carry European power into Newcastle clash

Arne Slot has urged Liverpool to turn their dominant Champions League display into consistent domestic form after a ruthless 6-0 win over Qarabag sealed direct qualification for the last 16.

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PSG 'handcuffed' by rules as new signing Dro Fernandez watches Newcastle clash

Paris Saint-Germain's newest signing was on the training pitch this week, but UEFA regulations mean he will play no part in Wednesday night's Champions League showdown with Newcastle United.

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Micky van de Ven injury absence raises Tottenham concern ahead of Frankfurt clash

Tottenham were left sweating over Micky van de Ven's fitness after the defender missed training on Tuesday, just a day before their crucial Champions League clash with Eintracht Frankfurt.

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Pedri injury concern after Barcelona fightback in Prague

Hansi Flick has praised Barcelona's resilience after a demanding 4-2 Champions League win away to Slavia Praha on Wednesday, but admitted his satisfaction was tempered by concern over Pedri's injury.

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Eddie Howe calms Bruno Guimaraes injury fears as Newcastle cruise past PSV

Eddie Howe has praised Newcastle United's performance but admitted concern over Bruno Guimaraes after the captain was forced off during a convincing 3-0 Champions League win over PSV Eindhoven.