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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Kylian mbappe - Caught on Camera

Man United legend claims club turned down chance to sign Kylian Mbappe

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The Independent UK

Ryan Giggs reveals why Manchester United ignored Kylian Mbappe transfer recommendation

Mbappe was watched by a Manchester United scout while a teenage talent

The Independent UK

Champions League: Real Madrid punish Inter errors to open title campaign with 2-1 win

Real Madrid capitalised on two costly Inter mistakes to beat the Italian side 2-1 in their Champions League opener at the Santiago Bernabeu. Kylian Mbappe and Federico Valverde scored within the first 23 minutes, before Carlos Augusto pulled one back in the 77th minute.

The Economic Times

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Who can stop Harry Kane winning the Ballon d'Or?

England captain is the favourite to win his first Ballon d’Or, but the race remains wide open

Evening Standard

Jose Mourinho gives blunt review of Trent Alexander-Arnold’s midfield performance for Real Madrid

Madrid won their opening Champions League game of the league phase with Alexander-Arnold deployed in midfield

The Independent UK

Mbappe, Haaland fire as Real Madrid and Manchester City open Champions League with wins

Champions League action commenced with Real Madrid and Manchester City securing victories. Kylian Mbappe scored for Madrid, while Erling Haaland netted twice for City. Borussia Dortmund and Real Betis also achieved wins in their respective matches. Aston Villa and AEK Athens recorded victories in their opening games. The competition saw…

The Economic Times

Champions League round-up: Mixed fortunes for the Mbappes as English pair win

Mourinho made a winning return to the Champions League with Real Madrid as they beat Inter Milan 2-1 at the Santiago Bernabeu.

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Troy Parrott scores winner on Champions League debut to continue dream Real Betis start

The Republic of Ireland striker scored the winner at Lille just four days after also scoring the winner in a 1-0 victory over Real Madrid

The Independent UK

Mourinho's Real Madrid edge Inter Milan in Champions League opener

Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid began their Champions League campaign with a 2-1 win over his former side Inter Milan on Tuesday, taking a two-goal lead before Carlos Augusto pulled one back. Thibaut Courtois and Inter goalkeeper Josep Martinez both made crucial saves as Madrid held on for victory at the…

France 24

Real Madrid 2-1 Inter Milan: Thibaut Courtois shines and Kylian Mbappe scores in Champions League opener

15-time winners begin Champions League campaign with hard-fought win

Evening Standard

Barca star Lamine Yamal says will not beg for Ballon d'Or

Yamal, 19, thought he had played very well while winning trophies for club and country but said he was happy to let others decide whether he deserved the prize. The teenager, Mbappe, Harry Kane, Ousmane Dembele and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia are the main candidates to win the award at the ceremony…

The Economic Times

When is Ballon d’Or 2026 ceremony? Date, contenders and how to watch

Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappe, Rodri and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia are among the top contenders for the men’s award

The Independent UK

Is Real Madrid v Inter Milan on TV? How to watch Champions League fixture

Jose Mourinho faces one of his former Inter generals in head coach Cristian Chivu in a Champions League clash at the Bernabeu

The Independent UK

The juxtaposition of Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid’s defining Champions League season

Mbappe enters his third season at Real Madrid having yet to win a trophy, following another stunning World Cup with France that raises more expectations at the Bernabeu

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Evening Standard

Real Madrid XI vs Inter: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Champions League today

Former Liverpool defender handed a new role in Champions League opener

The Independent UK

Jose Mourinho denies feeling added pressure to deliver Champions League glory on Real Madrid return

Jose Mourinho is back at Real Madrid 13 years after leaving the club for the first time

The Independent UK

Troy Parrott scores winner as Jose Mourinho loses first game of Real Madrid return

Vicotry for Real Betis ended Real Madrid’s perfect start

Sports Illustrated

Jose Mourinho Rails Against PSG, Spain Stars to Name His 2026 Ballon d’Or Pick

Real Madrid’s manager is fighting a difficult battle against the long-running history of the prize given to world soccer’s best player.

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The Economic Times

Mourinho says Mbappe worthy of Ballon d'Or

Jose Mourinho stated Kylian Mbappe deserves the Ballon d'Or award. He argued the prize should recognize the world's best player. Mbappe made history this summer, becoming a World Cup scoring leader. The award should not solely depend on tournament success, Mourinho explained. He believes the best players are those who…

FourFourTwo

'Watching Kylian Mbappe score a World Cup final hat-trick, I can honestly say I didn’t care' Sir Geoff Hurst explains two reasons why he wasn’t upset to share his famous record in 2022

Sir Geoff Hurst stood alone for having scored a hat-trick in a men's World Cup final for decades before Kylian Mbappe achieved the same distinction

FourFourTwo

Chelsea and Fulham's managers both suffered the Real Madrid curse - we're about to learn what they're made of

Xabi Alonso and Alvaro Arbeloa both left Real Madrid behind in 2026. They meet at Craven Cottage tonight at the start of a new campaign.

FourFourTwo

Arsenal dodged a bullet with Vinicius Jr – he was always doomed to disappoint

Arsenal nearly landed the biggest transfer of the summer; they should be glad they didn’t

The Independent UK

Ballon d’Or odds: Kane favourite ahead of Yamal, Rodri and Mbappe

We take a closer look at the 2026 Ballon d’Or betting odds as bookmakers update their prices

FourFourTwo

Vinicius Jr is staying at Real Madrid: and he's making a huge mistake

Vinicius Jr had a golden opportunity at Arsenal - but looks like treading the same water at Real Madrid

FourFourTwo

Why Arsenal's move for Vinicius Jr is closer than anyone realises - and why it's still a huge risk

Don't be shocked if Arsenal pull off signing Vinicius Jr - the clues have been there for a while

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