Newcastle United have confirmed that their first-choice left-back, Lewis Hall, will miss the remainder of the season due to a foot injury sustained during their recent Premier League match against Liverpool.

Atletico Madrid lost the first leg against Madrid in the Champions League (2-1) and Simeone, already in the press room, was critical of the goals his team conceded. “We could have done better in the two plays of the goals we conceded,” said the Argentine coach.

Brahim Diaz spoke to 'Movistar Plus+' after Real Madrid's win over Atletico Madrid. One of the stars of the match downplayed the importance of his goal and focused all his efforts on the return leg at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano: “There is still the second leg and we have to give it our all again”.

Jorge Mendes has confirmed that Lamine Yamal will sign a new contract with Barcelona, following a meeting with the club's board in Lisbon, ensuring the young star's long-term future at the Camp Nou.

Julian Alvarez, scorer of a stunning goal in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16 Madrid derby, spoke to the 'Movistar' microphones after the defeat at the Bernabeu and sent a message to the 'Colchoneros'. “It's just a goal. We have 90 minutes left at home with our fans,” he said.

After his goal, Brahim pointed to the Atletico Madrid bench to recall Diego Simeone's words in the run-up to the game. The Argentine almost ruled out the Morocco international to start in the first leg.

Jorge Mendes has expressed his support for Ansu Fati, highlighting the need for the young Barcelona forward to secure more playing time amidst a career hampered by injuries and limited opportunities.

Real Madrid centre-back Raul Asencio spoke to the club's official media after the 2-1 victory over Atletico in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16. The Spanish defender thinks that their two goals -Rodrygo Goes and Brahim Diaz- came at the perfect moments to earn the win.

After the defeat in the Santiago Bernabeu, Jose Maria Gimenez praised Atletico's work and is confident of turning the tie around in the second leg at the Metropolitano.

Rodrygo Goes, Real Madrid's Brazilian striker and 'MVP' against Atletico Madrid, celebrated the victory in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16 (2-1), after admitting that it was “very difficult” and that they suffered, but that they ended up missing to score “more goals” to face the second leg “with more tranquility”.

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti took to the press room after beating Atletico (2-1) and was satisfied with the team's work. The Italian, who assured that this slender lead gives them “confidence for the second leg”, denied that Mbappe, who vanished during the match, had a muscular problem.

Real Madrid have reached 500 matches in Europe's premier club competition, including the European Cup, Champions League and Champions League qualifiers, making them the first club to reach this milestone.

Egyptian star Mohamed Salah has spoken candidly about his drive for success during what could be his final season at Liverpool.

Borussia Dortmund were held to a 1-1 home draw by Lille in their Champions League last-16 first leg on Tuesday after a second-half equaliser from visiting midfielder Hakon Haraldsson.