Fabio Coentrao, formerly of Real Madrid, among others, spoke about Xabi Alonso's presence on the Real Madrid bench, saying he could already see him as a coach when he was still playing.

Arsenal have fond memories of their recent visits to Spain. The Gunners have won four of their last five matches played in Spain, the most recent being the most important after beating a star-studded Real Madrid side in the Champions League quarter-finals.

Bayern Munich's revamped line-up faces an early test in their Champions League opener at home against Club World Cup winners Chelsea on Wednesday.

The New England Revolution have "parted ways" with head coach Caleb Porter after managing only two wins in 15 matches since May, the MLS club announced Monday.

Atletico Madrid face Liverpool with five key players missing. Julian Alvarez, Johnny Cardoso, Jose Maria Gimenez, Thiago Almada and Alex Baena are all unavailable for the Champions League opener. David Hancko, however, has been named in the squad.

Ahead of the clash with Liverpool, Giuliano Simeone previews Atletico's visit to Anfield. The Argentinian is eager to return to Europe's premier club competition.

Spurs kick off their Champions League campaign at home against a Spanish side who have struggled on English soil for two decades.

Atletico complete their second-to-last training session before facing Liverpool in their Champions League opener. Thiago Almada, Alex Baena and Jose Maria Gimenez are confirmed absentees, while Julian Alvarez and David Hancko are doubts after training separately.

Marcelino spoke ahead of Villarreal's Champions League opener against Tottenham. He was confident of seeing the team's best form despite the recent defeat against Atletico Madrid in La Liga.

Former Manchester United and Chelsea midfielder Juan Mata continues his adventure in Australia, joining Melbourne Victory for the upcoming season.

Arsenal start their bid for Champions League glory against Athletic Bilbao on Tuesday powered by a new-look attack revitalised by the Gunners' summer spending spree.

Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta said Monday his team's Champions League agony last season will help them in this season's campaign as they bid to win the competition for the first time.

Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso said Monday superstar striker Kylian Mbappe feels no anxiety to win the Champions League for the first time as Los Blancos prepare to face Marseille.

Mohamed Salah ended a quiet Premier League performance on a high note at the weekend, converting an 95th-minute penalty to snatch a 1-0 win for Liverpool at Burnley.