CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

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Barcelona's Raphinha, Gavi and Balde earn Flick's backing ahead of Villa clash

Hansi Flick has backed Raphinha, Gavi and Alejandro Balde to play important roles for Barcelona as they prepare to face Aston Villa in the Champions League on Tuesday.

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Simeone hails 'incredible' Kane ahead of Atletico's Bayern Champions League clash

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has praised Harry Kane following his Ballon d'Or triumph, describing the Bayern Munich striker as an outstanding example for young footballers.

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'I don't think they're above us' - Gordon backs Barcelona to match PSG and Real Madrid

Anthony Gordon insists Barcelona have the quality to compete with Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid despite suffering defeats against both sides in recent weeks.

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Michael Carrick refuses to panic as pressure mounts at Man Utd

Michael Carrick has dismissed suggestions that he has only two games left as Manchester United manager, insisting his focus is firmly on Tuesday's Champions League meeting with Roma.

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Michael Olise faces race against time for Bayern's Atletico Champions League clash

Bayern Munich are sweating over the fitness of Michael Olise ahead of their Champions League meeting with Atletico Madrid on Tuesday at Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium , with the French winger facing a race against time to be available.

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Vincent Kompany plays down Bayern injury concerns after Arsenal clash

Vincent Kompany has played down fears of serious injuries to Luis Diaz and Min-jae Kim after Bayern Munich's 2-2 draw with Arsenal in the Champions League on Wednesday.