Slaven Bilic wants the Premier League to get over itself and realise minor European countries are catching up. England endured a dismal opening week to this season’s Champions League after three defeats, Chelsea’s win against Maccabi Tel-Aviv the only redeeming result. But Bilic rubbished claims of consternation after a chastening two days and was not shocked at problems on the continent. ...read
BT Sport were left red-faced as they were forced to apologise for 'spurious sounds' being picked up on television during half time of Arsenal's 2-1 defeat by Dinamo Zagreb on Tuesday night.
MATT BARLOW: As Olivier Giroud slipped out of the stadium without a word, it was impossible to escape the feeling that Arsenal's culture of blamelessness might be central to their lingering frailty.
Hulk lived up to his name on Wednesday night as he powered through 90 minutes to help Zenit St Petersburg record an impressive 3-2 victory over Valencia in the Champions League.
As football fans around the world basked in the eagerly anticipated return of the Champions League this week, two of the game's biggest names once again reminded us why they are so celebrated
On-loan Roma goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny is set for a spell on the sidelines after being ruled out for up to six weeks due to dislocating his finger in their 1-1 draw against Barcelona.
Arsenal's latest quest to conquer Europe began in the worst-possible manner on Wednesday in Croatia as they slumped 2-1 at Dinamo Zagreb - causing an unwanted milestone for Arsene Wenger,
Follow Sportsmail's coverage of the UEFA Champions League as Chelsea host Maccabi Tel-Aviv and Arsenal visit Dinamo Zagreb to help conclude the opening week of the group stage.
MATT BARLOW IN ZAGREB: Arsenal became the third Premier League side to lose their opening Champions League game after stumbling to a 2-1 defeat by Dinamo Zagreb at the Maksimir Stadium.
Arsene Wenger refused to blame his team selection or Olivier Giroud’s red card for Arsenal’s shock defeat in Croatia. The Gunners were defeated 2-1 by Dinamo Zagreb.
Roy Keane has already written off Arsenal's chances of winning the Champions League, claiming the north London side will come up short once again in Europe.
Chelsea are following Red Star Belgrade's talented midfielder Marko Grujic. Jose Mourinho wants his scouts to find defensive midfield options after being left disappointed by his squad's start this term.
Sportsmail’s ROB DRAPER runs the rule over the Blues boss’s touchline antics during his side’s convincing 4-0 win over Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Manchester United are not expected to move into the free transfer market for a replacement for injury victim Luke Shaw. The 20-year-old suffered a sickening double fracture to his leg on Tuesday.
Sportsmail's SAMI MOKBEL picks out five things we have learned from Chelsea's Group G victory as the west Londoners got back to winning ways after two consecutive defeats.
Two strides after dribbling past the centre line on the right flank, Florenzi saw goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen far out of his goal and launched a shot over the German's head that went in off the post.
Bayern Munich's Champions League win over Olympiacos was tainted by a violent attack on the visiting fans by riot police.
Steven Gerrard believes Jose Mourinho’s relationship with John Terry has deteriorated after the Chelsea captain was benched for the Champions League clash with Maccabi Tel Aviv.
CHRIS WHEELER IN EINDHOVEN: *WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENT* Manchester United are upset after the player who broke Luke Shaw's leg was named man-of-the-match by UEFA.
Forget Lionel Messi and Neymar. Alessandro Florenzi will steal the headlines after his long-range screamer cancelled out Luis Suarez's opening goal at the Stadio Olimpico.
Roy Keane has called on Manchester United to strengthen their defence if they are to sustain a strong Champions League challenge following defeat at PSV Eindhoven.
Chelsea were in a much worse position than this the last time Mourinho headed into a Champions League opener against a relatively unknown side with the pressure bearing down on him.
It was a solemn return to England for Louis van Gaal and his Manchester United squad after a nightmare Tuesday night in Eindhoven.
Manchester United were given another reality check as PSV Eindhoven came from behind to claim a 2-1 victory on Tuesday night, but Paul Scholes was encouraged by what he saw.
Chelsea will look to get their stuttering season back on track as their Champions League campaign gets underway against Maccabi Tel-Aviv at Stamford Bridge tonight. But what do we know about the Israelis? Here, Sportsmail takes a look at the team hoping to pile more misery on Jose Mourinho.
Manchester United defender Chris Smalling has revealed his disappointment at his side's defeat by PSV Eindhoven and believes the Premier League club have a lot to learn.
The Blues had gained a vital away goal with a 1-1 draw in Paris, but twice surrendered the lead against 10-man PSG at Stamford Bridge in March to draw 2-2 in extra time and crash out.
PETE JENSON: Barcelona begin their quest to become the first team to retain the Champions League as they travel to Roma - where coach Luis Enrique was once derided as a 'donkey'.
Will Arsene Wenger offer Theo Walcott the chance to lead the line on the ground he once lit up? Or will Olivier Giroud be preferred. Sportsmail looks at the pros and cons of each man.
Luke Shaw has undergone surgery for the horrific double leg break he suffered in Eindhoven and will be out of action for up to six months.
Louis van Gaal does not always take the most direct route to goal when speaking, but in the sad, unfortunate case of Luke Shaw’s snapped leg he offered a concise and appropriate summary.
JONNY SINGER: Tuesday night was a disappointing way to start the season for England's Champions League clubs, with both Manchester sides relinquishing leads. But it's not time to panic yet.
After four painfully early exits in a row, Arsene Wenger launched Arsenal's 18th successive Champions League campaign by claiming he was still 'driven' to win it but was not a 'dreamer'.
The Swedish star began his career at Malmo in his home country, and faced his first employers for current side PSG on Tuesday night.
After bagging his first Champions League goal of the season just four minutes into the new campaign, Angel di Maria has more than endeared himself to the Paris Saint-Germain faithful.
***WARNING - GRAPHIC CONTENT*** Luke Shaw suffered a double fracture of his right leg after being hit by rash tackle during Manchester United's Champions League defeat by PSV on Tuesday night.
Wilfried Bony claims Manchester City's confidence will not be dented by their Champions League reversal against Juventus. City threw away a one-goal lead to lose 2-1 on Tuesday night.
IAN LADYMAN:Vincent Kompany has put Manchester City's latest Champions League setback down to old-fashioned bad luck but Manuel Pellegrini's ongoing travails in Europe are clear.
The Spanish international curled in a brilliant left-footed winner with just nine minutes remaining to complete the 2-1 turnaround at the Etihad for the struggling Serie A Champions.
Memphis Depay is the latest star to wish Luke Shaw a speedy recovery after his Manchester United team-mate suffered a shocking broken leg on Tuesday night.
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Close shave for Barcelona star Neymar!
Brazil superstar Neymar gave the thumbs up as he attended a Gillette event inside Barcelona's famous Nou Camp
Clyne crowned FIFA 16 champion!
Liverpool star Nathaniel Clyne won the coveted FIFA 16 Celebrity Cup after defeating midfielder Jason Puncheon
Rooney and Mata 'make dreams come true' as they pose with children on charity day
Man United stars put a smile on the faces of young children
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Fergie stands by decision to hire Moyes
MATT BARLOW: Sir Alex Ferguson stood by the succession plan which brought David Moyes to Manchester United
Barcelona to be excluded from La Liga if Catalonia gains independence, warns league president
Barcelona would cease to be a European force
Fergie reveals Welshman Giggs was almost his assistant at Manchester United
Sir Alex Ferguson expects Ryan Giggs to be a 'great manager'
CHARGED: Costa and Gabriel face bans after Chelsea vs Arsenal rows in London derby
NEIL ASHTON: Diego Costa is faces immediate three-match ban
Costa 'likes to cheat a lot'... admits Chelsea team-mate Zouma!
The Chelsea striker is waiting to learn whether he will be charged by the FA over Arsenal clashes
Japan's Rugby World Cup coach Jones to manage Stormers in Super Rugby
Japan coach Eddie Jones will take charge of the Stormers next season
Klitschko could visit London to watch enemies Joshua and Whyte go head-to-head
Wladimir Klitschko admits he's excited to see the bout at the O2
Murray could lose more than £1m if he skips World Tour Finals to prepare for Davis Cup final
Scot guided Great Britain to victory over Australia
Glum-looking Liverpool players check in for training ahead of Carlisle clash as pressure continues to mount on Rodgers
Season is on the slide
Solheim Cup villainess Pettersen says she is 'so sorry' after shameful refusal to concede putt
Caused team-mate Hull and opponent Lee to burst into tears
Japan heroes given guard of honour by students after famous win over South Africa
Rugby World Cup stars were applauded by 1,200-strong crowd
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