Pellegrini: UCL is a different competition

Man city manager Pellegrini has a historical success when it comes Champions league, taking Villarreal to the semi-finals in 2006, where they were beaten by Arsenal, and Malaga to the quarter-finals last season. And while the Chilean insists City will not be damaged by losing to Villa when they meet holders Bayern, he admits the players will have to pick themselves up from losing in the Midlands.

Zlatan: Pep is a coward

Pep Guardiola is "a coward", insists Zlatan. Upon the German release of Ibrahimovic's autobiography 'I am Zlatan', the Sweden international renewed his criticism of Guardiola, under whom he played for one year at Barcelona, before leaving for AC Milan in 2010.

"Guardiola is a fantastic coach. But as a human? He is a coward. He is no man," Ibrahimovic said.

Jose: Victory or nothing

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho believes this Tuesday champions’ league against Steaua Bucharest is a most win game or they will face the prospect of failing to reach the knockout stage of the Champions League for the second successive season. 

The Blues lost their opening Group E game at home to Basel – a result Mourinho says leaves them with little room for further mistakes.

Mixed feelings for Carlo

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti did not mince words by expressing his disappointment after a poor display from from his side. Not even victory was consolation for Ancelotti.

"I am not happy, we needed to play differently and we have suffered a lot. It's clear that I'm not happy about the game, the best thing is the result, but that's not enough, we have to play better."

Allegri promises better Milan by chrismas

Massimiliano Allegri has promised a better Millan side by Christmas. Speaking a 3- 3 draw against Bologna, Allegri insists Milan “will be in a better position by Christmas” after fighting back for a 3-3 draw at Bologna.

The Rossoneri had taken the lead, but were then trailing 3-1 before another late comeback at the Stadio Dall’Ara. It left them with just five points from as many Serie A games.

Conte: We were very lucky

Juventus coach Antonio Conte has conceded that Juventus are very lucky to have come out in victory during yesterday match against Chievo. 

Juventus were “lucky” to win 2-1 at Chievo with a goal incorrectly disallowed.

The Bianconeri would’ve gone 2-1 down at the Bentegodi had Alberto Paloschi not been wrongly flagged offside.

Wenger: My lads showed character under pressure

Following Arsenal away victory against West Brom , Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has praised his young lads for their irresistible spirit and ability to cope under pressure during the game which they won on penalties at the Hawthorns in the Capital One Cup third round.

Wenger's first XI for the contest featured nine adjustments from Sunday's Barclays Premier League win over Stoke and several players inexperienced at senior level.

Erick Thohir: The new Inter owner

Erick Thohir could become the majority shareholder Inter Milan as early as Friday morning and equally received praises from Massimo Moratti.

The Indonesian businessman could become a majority shareholder at SanSiro as early as Friday, and the current President Massimo Moratti has admitted that he gets on with the new man, as well as commenting on what his future holds.

Antonio conte eager for Madrid test

The much anticipated October 25 Champions league clash between Real Madrid and Juventus could be a battle of ego between coach Antonio Conte and his former boss Carlo. Conte admitted that, he is looking forward to testing his wits against Carlo Ancelotti when his side meet Real Madrid in Group B of the Champions League.

Palermo fired Gennaro Gattuso

It has been comfirmed that former Ac Milan Midfilder Gennaro Gattuso has been fired by Palermo and Beppe Iachini comfirmed as the new Coach of the Serie B outfit.

The Milan legend has been sacked following the 2-1 loss at Bari on Tuesday night. The Rosanero, favourites for promotion, collected just seven points from six games under the summer arrival.

Pellegrini: We can change names but still Man City

Manchester city coach Manuel Pellegrini was delighted after seeing his changed Manchester City side beat Wigan Athletic 5-0 in a third round League Cup match at the Etihad Stadium last night. 

The Chilean made 10 changes from the Citizens squad that routed Manchester United 4-1 in the Premier League on Sunday, with midfielder Fernandinho the only player to keep his place.

Rodgers: The return of Suarez means he has learnt

Liverpool Manager Brendan Rodgers has admitted that it will take his talisman Luis Suarez time to prove he is a reformed character as he prepares to reintegrate him in the perfect game having served a 10-game ban for biting Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic .

The Liverpool manager is confident that Suarez has learned from his mistakes has no concerns about the Uruguayan’s temperament going into Wednesday's Capital One Cup clash with Manchester United.

Matas' performance suggests Mourinho re-think

Steve Holland Chelsea assistant first-team coach hailed Juan Mata for a stunning performance that saw Chelsea defeat of Swindon by 2-0 to reach the fourth round of the Capital One Cup.

Much of the pre-match focus was on Mata after manager Jose Mourinho omitted the World-Cup winning Spaniard, along with David Luiz, from his matchday 18 for Saturday's 2-0 victory over Fulham.

Mancini in Fatih Terim out

After a bad start to the season, Galatasaray have comfirmed the sacking of coach Fatih Terim just days before their match with Juventus in a champions league and Roberto Mancini is favourite to take over.

The news was confirmed by a statement from the Turkish side this evening.

It was reportedly down to both the 6-1 Champions League home defeat to Real Madrid and his refusal to accept a new contract.

According to several Italian and Turkish sources, former Manchester City manager Mancini is already in Istanbul for negotiations.

Galatasaray are due to face Juventus in the Champions League on October 2 in Turin.

Happy Neymar

Barcelona talisman Neymar Junior was in happy mode after scoring his first League goal for Barcelona in the 4-1 win over Real Sociedad this yesterday.

The Brazilian striker opened the scoring for the Blaugrana in their convincing win against La Real this evening.

“We are playing very well,” he told Canal +. “We’re doing better and better every game.

“I am very happy with my first League goal but the victory is more important.”

La liga preview: Elche Vs Real madrid

Newly promoted La liga side Elche would be facing a big challenge and one of their star players Fidel Chaves has recognised the task in facing Real Madrid this midweek, but determines that his side are looking for a result.

The promoted outfit are one of three teams five weeks into the League season without a win, as they host Carlo Ancelotti’s side this Wednesday evening.

Despite the odds stacked very much against Week 6 providing the Alicante outfit with a first three points, one of their party has optimism.

La liga preview: Barcelona Vs Real Sociedad

In a pre-match conference, Barcelona coach Tata Martino has praised Real Sociedad as his side prepare to face the San Sebastian outfit on Tuesday.

“I consider them to be one of the best teams. Last year they did very well and started strongly in Europe. They are a very good team with excellent individuals. They are destabilising.

“We will see if and how they make any rotations to their team. I have a very good relationship with [sporting director] Loren, who has been very interested in my work.

We mustn’t focus too much on the purchase price; Bale price is cheap

We mustn’t focus too much on the purchase price so were the word of Real Madrid president after claiming the signing of Bale was cheap.  Florentino Perez has called Gareth Bale’s signing for Real Madrid ‘cheap’, and explained that an offer from Manchester United prompted their deal.

Los Blancos picked up the 24-year-old this summer in a deal worth between €90m and a world record €100m.

Debate of the week:

                                  Ozil or Isco who is better.

 Sequel to Mesut Ozils’ depature from Real to arsenal, debate over who’s better between himself and Iso has been the subject matter among soccer faithful fans. Though, Ronaldo and Bale might have been making all the headlines in the past month or so, for goals and money, but there are two players that are worth keeping an eye out for. Ozil and Isco.

Below is X-ray of the two players in focus and efforts have been put in place to do that with every sense of justification.

Ozil got screwed and got sent off to Arsenal where it will take another 12 years for him to win a major trophy. Arsenal are leading the BPL at the moment so Ozil might be in some luck.

Hitzfeld: Bayern shouldn't have criticized Sammer openly

Ex Bayern boss Hitzfeld has expressed his feelings regarding Bayern Munich boards’ reaction towards their sporting director following his criticism of the team's performances

Matthias Sammer's authority at Bayern Munich has been put at risk by Uli Hoeness and Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, according to legendary coach Ottmar Hitzfeld.

Di Canio nears exit door

After a poor start of the season, Sunderland coach Paolo Di canio might be shown an exit door. Report reaching us indicates that Ex Chelsea player Gianfranco Zola and Paul Ince have emerged as surprise contenders to land the Sunderland job.

The club’s hierarchy held an emergency board meeting on Monday after the decision to sack Paolo Di Canio in which potential candidates to replace the Italian were discussed, with Watford chief Zola and Blackpool boss Ince understood to be among those in the frame.

Mial appeal Mario Balotelli three match ban

AC Milan controversial striker Mario Balotelli’s was handed a three match ban due to his post-game confrontation with the referee and was subsequently given a red card. He’ll miss Milan’s games against Bologna, Sampdoria and Juventus.

The Italian international was shown the red card by referee Banti after the final whistle for taking his protests too far following the 2-1 loss against Napoli last night.

Jose ready to start Mata and Luiz

Chelsea Manager Jose Mourinho is set to the duo of Juan Mata and David Luiz startingopportunity for Chelsea's Capital One Cup tie against Swindon on Tuesday evening.

The duo were omitted from the squad which faced Fulham on Saturday but are due to feature against the League One club as Jose Mourinho rotates his side for the Capital One Cup tie

Ancelotti: Bale was uncomfortable

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has revealed the reason why Gareth Bale failed to make his home debut for Real Madrid on Sunday.

Los Blancos demolished Geatfe 4-1 in a Madrid derby on Saturday night thanks to goals from Pepe, Isco and Cristiano Ronaldo but did so without the Wales international, who pulled up in the warm-up.

Klopp: We can be very happy with a point here

Klopp lads only managed  a 1-1 draw from their away match this weekend allowing Bayern Munich to draw level at the top of the Bundesliga, However, the coach admitted that his side only had themselves to blame.

"There was more in it for us," he said. "Even this team which I fielded can play better than we did, particularly in the phase just after the break when we were too deep -- that was unnecessary.

Guardiola’s delight at Bayern Munich victory over Schalke

Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola was a happy man after his team oversaw Schalke 04 by 4-0 on Saturday and saw Bayern draw level with Bundesliga leaders Borussia Dortmund.

Bayern remain second in the table on point, but are level with Dortmund on both goal difference and points after their win in Gelsenkirchen.

Antonio Conte has lauded Carlos Tevez and hopes the goal can boost FernandoLlorente’s confidence at Juventus.Former Bibao striker Llorente made his first start in a Bianconeri jersey and got his debut goal in a 2-1 win over Hellas Verona.

“Luck isn’t on our side at the moment, as the only time Verona came into our half they scored,” the Coach told Sky Sport Italia.

Mesut taking Arsenal to a new hieght

After seeing his record summer signing Mesut Ozil bagged a hat-trick of assists to help Arsenal down Stoke, Arsene Wenger heaped praises on the Midfield maestro as a great. The £42.5m midfielder was making just his third start in a Gunners shirt - and his first at the Emirates - and inspired Arsenal to a convincing 3-1 win.

Benitez in a happy mood

Rafa Benitez awas very delighted seeing his side winning at San Siro. It wasn’t Napoli’s best game of the season, but “a Coach has to be happy” when winning at San Siro. Benitez admits after the game.

“We worked together as a team tonight and that was very important, as if you have that then the quality players get the chance to shine,” he told Sky Sport Italia after a 2-1 victory over Milan.

Pellegrini surprised by scoreline

Following a 4-1 victory over their arch river, Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini has expressed he did not expect his first Manchester derby to end in a 4-1 victory.

The Chilean oversaw a huge win against fellow derby debutant David Moyes at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday, with City laying down an early marker in their bid to reclaim the Premier League title from local rivals United.

Moyes upbraided his players after their crushing 4-1 derby defeat at Manchester City

New Manchester United manager David Moyes has comfirm that he reproached his players after their embarrassing 4-1 derby defeat at Manchester City and called for an immediate improvement in their performances.

The Scot had an embarrassing experience in his first Manchester derby, as a Sergio Aguero brace and goals from Yaya Toure and Samir Nasri gave City a victory reminiscent of their seismic 6-1 win at Old Trafford in 2011.

It was United's second defeat of the season, leaving them five points behind Premier League leaders Arsenal in eighth place, and Moyes admitted that he had vented his spleen at the final whistle.

I am a victim of my achievement claims Jose

Jose Mourinho a Stanford bridge gaffer has paid tribute to himself following a victory over Fulham at Stamford Bridge maintaining that He’s a victim of his own success. Jose Mourinho admitted, was largely his own fault. And no, that was not because of anything he might have got wrong, such as the startling exclusion of Juan Mata and David Luiz from his entire match day squad, but rather his extraordinary past record.

Schalke not a puchover team says Neuer

Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has cautioned his Bayern team-mates that Schalke will be no pushovers in Saturday's Bundesliga encounter at the Veltins Arena.

The Gelsenkirchen side have won their last four matches following a slow start to the season, including a 3-0 win against Steaua Bucharest in the Champions League on Wednesday, and Neuer believes they will provide stern opposition.

Peregrine:City mentally prepared than United

Having experienced witnessed pressure and passion of legendary rivalries involving Real Madrid and River Plate, fans of both Manchester City and United have let Manuel Peregrine know just how much Sunday’s Premier League meeting matters.

The Chilean is not fazed and confident his City side have a stronger mentality than the reigning champions, whose boss David Moyes will also be a Manchester derby debutant.

Jose Mourinho: Rafa had a different profile of job at Chelsea

Rafa had the easiest task at Chelsea, says Chelsea boss. Jose Mourinho has given a grudging acknowledgement of the work done by Rafael Benitez now Napoli coach who also his predecessor at Stamford Bridge saying the Spaniard had much less of a task than he has because he was on a short-term brief.

The Mourinho v Benitez clashes have entered folklore. They were never the best of friends when Benitez' Liverpool were twice barring Mourinho's Chelsea from a Champions League final.

For me Oscar is my No 10 says Jose

Jose Mourinho has revealed in his comments that Juan Mata accept to play as a winger if he is to break into the Chelsea first team alongside first choice no.10 Oscar.

In comments that could increase the rift between the Blues manager and fan favourite Mata, the former Real Madrid coach called on the Spanish playmaker to improve or continue to find himself on the bench.

Seria A preview

This Saturday features three games in seria A, while Sunday brings top clashes Roma-Lazio, Juventus with giant-killers Verona and Milan-Napoli.

The action begins today with two kick-offs at 17.00 UK time (16.00 GMT), asSampdoria try to get over their Derby humiliation against Cagliari and Chievotest Udinese’s mettle.

Napoli is Unique says Jose Maria

Former Real Madrid star Jose Maria has expressed his feeling about his new place describing what life is like for a Partenopei player in Naples, admitting it is ‘unique’. The Spanish youngster joined the Stadio San Paoli side over the summer in a big-money move from Real Madrid.

Perez denied casillas malicious comment

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has denied any malicious intent in earlier comments on Iker Casillas and has expressed Real Madrid’s pride in the goalkeeper.

The President was quoted to have told club members ahead of this weekend’s general assembly that the 32-year-old wasn’t helped by his girlfriend’s public comments on the state of the Madrid dressing room during the final months of Jose Mourinho’s tenure as Coach.

Pautasso: We are in Barcelona to complement

Sequel to Tata Martino fathers’ death which warranted the coach absence, his assistant Jorge Pautasso has outlined the coaching team’s desire to maintain Barcelona’s style and to strengthen through player debate.

Debate in the opening weeks of the season has focused on the team’s development under their new Coach amid comments from players welcoming more direct elements to the playing style.

The Assistance coach took Friday’s Press conference with Martino still in Argentina to attend his father’s funeral, change is not on the coaching staff’s mind.

Why I stay put: Di maria

 Real Madrid midfielder Angel di Maria has revealed why he decided to stay put and insisted that he is good enough to earn a regular place in the club's starting lineup.

Di Maria had been linked with a move away from the Bernabeu after the arrival of Gareth Bale, but the Argentina international believes that he can still have an impact at the La Liga outfit.

Schalke Vs Bayern Munich: bundesliga preview

This weekend bundesliga tie between Schalke and Bayern Munich could well be regarded as battle of the Boateng brothers. Although the pair have met before in an international game, with Kevin-Prince representing Ghana and Jerome Germany, this is the first time they meet in a key Bundesliga encounter and, while they share a mutual respect, they agree there will be no room for family favours during the 90 minutes.

"We both want to show each other who's boss," Jerome said at a press conference.

Nuremberg Vs Borussia Dortmund: Bundesliga preview

This weekend bundesliga tie between Nuremberg and Borussia Dortmund will be hoping to erase memories of their midweek defeat in the UEFA Champions League as they go in search of a club record sixth straight win of the season when they travel to 1. FC Nürnberg on Saturday (kick-off 15:30 CEST.

That 2-1 loss to SSC Napoli was the Westphalians’ first, German Supercup and DFB Cup included, of the 2013/14 campaign but they have more than just that to bounce back from at the Grundig Stadion.

Rayo Vallecano v Barcelona: La liga preview

The Catalan giants begins their La Liga title defence in blistering fashion, still maintaining 100% records in the opening matches, scoring 14 goals along the way to sit top of the standings.

Gerardo Martino's men are, however, joined at the summit by Atletico Madrid, who have matched them stride for stride, scoring and conceding (4) exactly as many as Barca.They will be looking to maintain their 100 per cent start to the Primera Liga season when they travel to the Estadio de Vallecas to face struggling Rayo Vallecano on Saturday.

Real Madrid v Getafe: La liga preview

After a 2-2 draw against Villareal last weekend, Real are currently placed fourth position on the La liga BBVa log stands after winning their first three games. Garcia's side, meanwhile, are in 13th place after drawing one, winning one and losing two games thus far in La Liga.

Going into the match the Madrid giants look to be in an imperious mood, as evidenced by the 6-1 demolition job they inflicted upon Galatasaray in a Champions League Group B fixture last Tuesday.

Francesco Totti has officially penned a new contract

Prince of Italian football Francesco Totti has officially penned a new contract with Roma which will see him play on until June 2016. “I love this club and they love Me.” speaking after the signing. The Italian put pen to paper on the deal in front of journalists today at the start of a news conference which also involved President James Pallotta.

“I want to really thank the President for giving me the opportunity to keep wearing the shirt that I have always supported and always loved,” the almost 37-year-old commented.

Ike doesn't help at times says Perez

Florentino Perez believes sometimes Ike Casillas doesn’t help after directing a veiled comment towards Iker his club captain partner for comments made last season during Jose Mourinho’s reign. On from reports during a difficult final season with the Portuguese, which suggested that Casillas and Sergio Ramos had demanded Mourinho leave in the summer, the goalkeeper’s girlfriend, a television presenter, fuelled rumours of discontent.

Mourinho remains upbeat

Jose Mourinho absolutely agrees with some of the criticism of Chelsea’s last two defeats, but adamant that it is still too early to worry.I n a somewhat defiant press conference in which the Portuguese fronted up about a lot of the recent scrutiny, he also deflected questions by stating that himself and the club hierarchy have not liked the way the team has played over the past two years.

Arsene Wenger backed Ozil

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has backed his club-record signing Mesut Ozil departure from real Madrid insisting that he didn't leave Spanish giants because he avoid competition and wanted an easier life with the north London club. German playmaker Ozil left Spain for England in a 43 million pounds move on transfer deadline day, with Ozil saying he no longer felt as involved in the plans of Real manager Carlo Ancelotti following Gareth Bale's world record switch to the Bernabeu from Arsenal's arch-rivals Tottenham.

Arsene Wenger: It is time to win trophy

Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger admittes that his side has potential to the win the title this season. After an opening day defeat to Aston Villa they have put together a strong run of form and now sit second in the table.

A narrow victory against rivals Tottenham and two excellent away performances in the Champions League have left Wenger’s side full of confidence.

jokes cracked in Spain after Mourinho poor start at Chelsea

Real Madrid fans had a little sympathy for their former manager Jose Mourinho's poor start of the season. His ardent followers in the Spanish capital were too busy celebrating Real's 6-1 away win over Galatasaray on Tuesday to defend him and his critics were not going to pass up the opportunity to laugh at Chelsea's home defeat to Basel.

"How long before he drops Petr Cech" and "he's nothing without Aitor Karanka" were representative of the humour inspired by such an unexpected capitulation. The jokes were references to Mourinho dropping Iker Casillas at Madrid and his tendency to send out assistant Karanka when he did not feel like talking to the press – although in fairness to the Portuguese he always showed if Real had failed to win.

Another World record signing for Bale

New Real Madrid signing Gareth Bale is on the verge of signing another multi-million pound contract, reports claim, just weeks after completing his world record transfer to Real Madrid.

Sportswear giants Adidas are hopeful the world’s most expensive footballer will agree a long-term extension to his current boot deal and personal sponsorship, according to the Daily Mail. The company is understood by the newspaper to be prepared to pay whatever it takes to keep Bale out of the clutches of American rivals Nike.

Mourinho in crisis talks with squad members

Chelsea Manager Jose Mourinho has asked his lads to show quick response and immediate improvements during a meeting with the entire squad at their Cobham training centre.The manager called his players together following Wednesday’s Champions League defeat against Basle which came after a 1-0 loss at Everton.

There was also a pointed dressing-room visit from owner Roman Abramovich, but he did not usurp Mourinho’s authority on team matters.

Neymar: Goals will come

Barcelona star Neymar is unperturbed by his goal drought. The 21-year-old made a €57 million switch to the Spanish champions from Santos in the off season but has since struggled to find the target thus far, with his lone goal coming in the Supercopa de España.

The Brazilian made his Champions League debut against Ajax on Wednesday and his substitution on 75 minutes was cheered by the fans at Camp Nou.

Marca claims Chelsea spanish duo may leave

Report coming in indicates that Chelsea duo of Juan Mata and Cesar Azpilicueta are both eager to leave the club in January, as they grow increasingly frustrated at a lack of first-team opportunities this season, according to Spanish media Marca.

Jose Mourinho return, a curse or blessing for Stanford Bridge outfit

Ex Real Madrid and returning Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho could equal his worst ever run of five games without a win for the Blues if they fail to win three points in the local derby with Fulham this weekend.

The Portuguese went on a run of four draws and one defeat in 2007, excluding the FA Cup Final  extra-time win against Manchester United.

Bale worth €100m says Michael Laudrup

Swansea city coach Michael Laudrup has taken a logical and pragmatic approach to evaluating whether or not Real Madrid paid over the odds in signing Gareth Bale this summer.

Los Blancos paid out between €90m and a world record €100m in the final days of the transfer window to secure the Welshman’s services from Tottenham.

Florentino Perez: Ozil fears for competion

Real Madrid president, Florentino Perez says that Mesut Ozil asked for a transfer request to leave Real Madrid, and expressed that Gerard Pique is wrong in his assertion about how the club bought Gareth Bale.

Los Blancos’ late activity in the transfer window has continued to attract discussion in recent weeks, with Ozil’s departure to Arsenal on the final day of the market having upset fans.

However, the club’s President has made clear today that the situation was aided by the player’s desire to leave.

Atleti Vs Zenit: UCL Match repot

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone begins his Chamions League dream as a coach on a brighter note with Goals from Miranda, Arda Turan and Leo Baptistao handed Atletico Madrid a 3-1 victory against Zenit St Petersburg.

With Diego Costa out through suspension, Diego Simeone handed Adrian Lopez a start up front, playing alongside summer signing David Villa.

Jose Mourinho : It's my fault

The return of the so acclaimed special one hasn’t really brought light to the Stanford Bridge and pressures are beginning to mount on Jose Mourinho after a luck lusting performance against Everton at the weekend and a poor display in the opening fixture in the Champions league. Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho admitted that the club’s shock 2-1 defeat to Swiss club FC Basle was ’one step back’ in their quest for Champions League glory and went further to say that the blame should lie on his shoulders, Sky Sports reports.

Martino: Work in progress

Barceloa ManagerTata Martino expressed his happiness about his lads dispalay iin the second half of their encounter between Ajax in the Champions league played last night. In his post-match address, he said his side should focus and analyse their improved second-half performance against Ajax.

The Catalans eventually defeated their Dutch opponents 4-0, but struggled for complete control of the match during the first half in particular.

Barcelona 4 - 0 Ajax: Match review

Barcelona Fc began on a brighter note in opening game of this year Uefa Champions League courtsy of an inspiring Lionel Messi’s hat-trick and a header from Gerard Pique gave Barcelona a 4-0 win over Ajax this evening.

Tata Martino handed Neymar a start in his first ever Champions League match, whilst Cesc Fabregas played in midfield after Xavi was dropped to the bench. Blaugrana loanee Bojan meanwhile, lined up for the Eredivisie side.

Rafa Benitez: A deserved victory for us

SS Napoli coach, Rafa Benitez, had a conservative words when speaking to the press despite the obvious pride with his new teams debut in the Champions League, winning the game against Borussia Dortmund (2-1). The coach has said what this victory means the German team and the magnificent game play by Napoli in their continental debut.

Klopp: It was a deserved defeat

Borussia Dortmund manager Jurgen Klopp is only interested in focusing on the positives aspect of the match between his side and Napoli after his side went down 2-1 at Napoli on Wednesday.

Subsequently, Klopp was sent to the stands for his protests after Gonzalo Higuain's first-half opener for the hosts, with the German angry that Neven Subotic had not been allowed back onto the pitch after injury, leaving his team short in defence as the Argentine striker glanced home Juan Camilo Zuniga's cross.

Milan always believe says Allegri

Ac Milan gafer Max Allegri admitted that Milan were fortunate “were are fortunate with the goals” and has more good news after their 2-0 win over Celtic.

“It was important to win and we struggled at the start of the second half, as we couldn’t get it clear. We were fortunate with the goal,” confessed the Coach on Sky Sport Italia.

“It was a good victory for a group of players who were whittled down to the bone, but played with substance. What counted was getting the points.

AC Milan Vs Celtic: Match report

AC Milan eventually had a 2-0 win against the Scotish giant Celtic thanks to Cristian Zapata’sdeflected shot and Sulley Ali Muntari. Though they left it late, but pushed past Celtic in the champions’ league group stage encounter.

The Rossoneri  put their Serie A problems aside for this Champions League opener, although the injury crisis left Max Allegri with precious few options. Absentees included Stephan El Shaarawy, Kaka, Giampaolo Pazzini,Riccardo Montolivo, Ignazio Abate, Mattia De Sciglio and Matias Silvestre,while M’Baye Niang and Riccardo Saponara are ineligible. Valter Birsa was given his full Milan debut. Celtic missed James Forrest and Joe Ledley.

Borussia Vs Napoli: Match Analysis

SS Napoli got a vital away result, beating 10-man Borussia Dortmund by 2-1 with Gonzalo Higuain and Lorenzo Insigne stunners.

The Partenopei took a giant step in this year Champions league playing against last year’s runners-up at a packed out Stadio San Paolo, which Coach Jurgen Kloppdescribed as “a mystical experience.” Borussia had to do without IlkayGundogan, Sebastian Kehl and Lukasz Piszczek, while Jakub Blaszczykowskisurprisingly started instead of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. Lorenzo Insignegot the nod ahead of Goran Pandev for the Partenopei.

Pellegrini: Win boasts our confidence

Winning Champions League  will give confidence boost to Man City, says Manager Pellegrini. Manchester City got their latest Champions League challenge off to a winning start with a convincing 3-0 win over Czech minnows Viktoria Plzen.

Edin Dzeko, Yaya Toure and the outstanding Sergio Aguero all scored in the space of 10 minutes early in the second half as City overpowered their first Group D opponents at the Doosan Arena.

Bayern begins their title defence in style

Bayern Munich boss Pep Guardiola was very happy seeinge his Bayern Munich side respond to criticism of their style of play with a 3-0 win against CSKA Moscow in his first Champions League game in charge of the club.

The defending champion began on a brighter note when their left-back David Alaba got the first goal through a free kick, thereafter,  striker Mario Mandzukic and Dutch winger Arjen Robben sealed a convincing win as the defending champions opened their Group D campaign at Munich's Allianz Arena with the perfect riposte to suggestions their football had been "lacklustre".

Rooney: A world class player says Moyes

Manchested United boss David Moyes has healed Wayne Rooney after the Manchester United striker banged his 200th goal for the club in the 4-2 win over Bayer Leverkusen.

Rooney’s time at Old Trafford appeared to be drawing to a close at the end of last season when the then manager Sir Alex Ferguson revealed that he had asked to leave the club.

Moyes was given the mandate to keeping hold of the England international and in one of several meetings with the player told him that he could become the club’s all-time leading goalscorer.

Paul Pogba admitted lack of zeal

France international Paul Pogba admitted that his team Juventus “lacked the determination we usually have” in their 1-1 draw with Copenhagen.

“We should’ve won this game and had so many chances, but we were unable to get through,” the French midfielder told Sky Sport Italia.

Antonio Conte: This is a curse result

Juventus Coach Antonio Conte conceded that the 1-1 draw with Copenhagen was “cursed”. I don’t remember so many chances one-on-one with the goalkeeper. Juventus were held in their Champions League opener in Denmark despite having 22 chances – more than any other side in today’s games. It was remarkably similar to last year’s 1-1 draw with Danes Nordsjaelland.

“I don’t think anyone was underestimated, especially with last season’s lesson, though this was even worse than Nordsjaelland, as it was a siege,”Conte told Sky Sport Italia.

Ronaldo: We are on the right path

Real Madrid hatrick hero Cristiano Ronaldo has conceded that ‘things couldn’t have got better’ for Real Madrid in the Champions League. The Blancos forward bagged a hat-trick as they demolised Galatasaray by 6-1 in their first European match of the campaign.

Ronaldo leads Real Madrid rout

Real Madrid hat-trick hero Cristiano Ronaldo, inspires his side to a comfortable win over Galatasaray. Karim Benzema bagged two and Isco netted one to give Real Madrid a 6-1 win over Galatasaray.

Iker Casillas was given his first start of the season, replacing Diego Lopez, whilst Gareth Bale dropped to the bench with Angel Di Maria, Isco, Ronaldo and Benzema leading the line. But it was the Turkish team who got off to the brighter of the starts, forcing Casillas into a smart save within the first five minutes thanks to Burak Yilmaz’s effort.

Carlo Ancelotti: A job well done

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has heaped praises on his Real Madrid side following a white wash defeat of Galatasaray 6-1 on Tuesday evening.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s hat-trick was the icing on the cake on what was a superb night for the capital club.

Napoli - Borussia Dortmund Preview: Runners-up travel to Benitez's new side

Borussia Dortmund start their UEFA Champions League campaign with a tough trip to Napoli following their defeat in the final last season. The Bundesliga club upset the odds to reach the Wembley showdown in May, overcoming Real Madrid in the semi-final before seeing their dreams of glory shattered by German rivals Bayern Munich. Jurgen Klopp's side also finished runners-up to Bayern domestically, but despite losing key player Mario Gotze to their rivals, many consider Dortmund to possess a significantly stronger squad this term having beaten their domestic rival Bayern in the super cup.

Higuain: Dortmund an acid test for Napoli

Former Real Madrid striker Gonzalo Higuain feels Wednesday's Champions League match at home against Borussia Dortmund is a good test for Napoli and will equally give them a good idea of where they stand in Europe.