HISTORICAL FACTS: Champions leagues - Caught on Camera

Zidane’s next move as France coach may reveal the wizard behind the curtain

It is apt that France, the most perplexing football country, will now be guided by Zinedine Zidane, the most enigmatic of leaders

The Guardian - UK · Sep 19

The Michael Carrick question sparked by Man United’s dismal Premier League start

Carrick’s calm and measured approach was just what United needed last season after the chaos of Ruben Amorim. After the insipid opening day defeat at Hull, the question now is if he can be a galvanising force in the long term

The Independent UK · Aug 24

Fabián Ruiz: ‘It’s not important who plays, it’s important we support each other’

On the eve of their last-32 game with Austria, Fabián Ruiz tells Sid Lowe about Spain’s team spirit and finding his rhythm after injury

The Guardian - UK · Jul 1

Atlético 5-2 Tottenham, Newcastle 1-1 Barcelona: Champions League last-16 first legs – as it happened

Antonin Kinksy was taken off after 17 minutes on an awful night for Spurs, while Lamine Yamal equalised with the last kick at St James’ Park

The Guardian - UK · Mar 10

Pep Guardiola’s defining rival underlines the truth about Man City and Real Madrid

City are still yet to become the European force that many predicted after Pep Guardiola finally took them to the Champions League title in 2023 - as he returns to the Bernabeu, it is Real Madrid who continue to show where the real power lies

The Independent UK · Dec 10, 2025

The 20 Best Left Backs in Soccer History—Ranked

The role has evolved over the years but has housed many greats of the game.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 5, 2025

Carlo Ancelotti bows out at Real Madrid: ‘I don’t regret a thing. I’ve had a good time’

Winner of four Champions Leagues over two spells, the club’s most successful manager will for ever be adored by fans

The Guardian - UK · May 23, 2025

Marco Asensio wants to inspire Aston Villa to success over remainder of season

Asensio has made an impressive start to his time with Villa

The Independent UK · Mar 1, 2025

Kylian Mbappe eyes Man City weaknesses that Arsenal exposed in Champions League play-off

European giants clash tonight at the Etihad in a potentially defining game

Evening Standard · Feb 11, 2025

Former Brazil and Real Madrid full-back Marcelo retires

The 36-year-old won 25 trophies during his 16-year spell with Real Madrid.

The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2025