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In more ways than one, the game is expected to be an high-voltage event.

Neymar scored his first league goal and helped Barcelona ease past Real Sociedad in La Liga to stay perfect after six rounds.

Juventus coach Antonio Conte has warned his players that they must remain on the bench after being substituted or face a month's suspension.

Mata has been urged to follow Ronaldo's example and broaden his skill set under Jose Mourinho in order to force his way back into the side.

Real Betis were held to a 0-0 draw at home by Granada on Sunday, leaving both teams with one win through five rounds.

Cagliari and Sampdoria drew 2-2 in a wild finish and Chievo Verona beat Udinese 2-1 in the Serie A on Saturday.

Last season's champions and runners-up meet at the Etihad Stadium, hoping midweek Champions League success can ignite their domestic campaigns.

But the rest of European football is not ready to agree on anything before consultation with FIFA.

Liverpool striker Luis Suarez's return from a 10-match ban "will be seamless", insists manager Brendan Rodgers.

Admitting that Santosh Trophy has lost its relevance, the AIFF said that it was looking into whether to continue the tournament or not.

Ajax's Niklas Moisander said that his team-mates would be forced to hand over their mobile phones before Wednesday's champions League tie at Barcelona.

The Portuguese bemoaned the lack of a cutting edge after creating numerous scoring chances and dominating possession against Everton.

Totti made his debut for Roma as a 16-year-old and is in his 22nd season with his hometown club.

With a World Cup waiting at season's end, Europe's top referees know they are under intense scrutiny when the Champions League starts next week.

The FIFA rankings added salt to India's wounds, a day after the country failed to defend their SAFF Cup title, losing 0-2 to Afghanistan.

For the first time, Euro 2020 will be held in various cities across Europe as proposed by UEFA President Michel Platini.