Ruben Amorim has paid tribute to Jose Mourinho after the former Manchester United boss was named as Bruno Lage's successor at Portuguese giants Benfica.
Giorgi Mamardashvili is expected to make his competitive debut for Liverpool tonight when the Premier League champions host Southampton in the Carabao Cup at Anfield.
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca faces a potential selection headache ahead of Tuesday night's Carabao Cup third-round tie against Lincoln City, with England international Cole Palmer doubtful to feature.
French full-back Sacha Boey enjoyed a much-needed moment of redemption on Wednesday night, playing a key role in Bayern Munich's 3–1 Champions League victory over Chelsea.
Sunderland extended their unbeaten run at the Stadium of Light with a gritty 1-1 draw against Aston Villa on Sunday.
Aston Villa's wait for a first Premier League victory of the season continued on Sunday as they were held to a 1-1 draw by ten-man Sunderland at the Stadium of Light.