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Gianluigi Donnarumma 'leaving mum at home' as Man City goalkeeper plans to upset Napoli-supporting family in Champions League clash

Gianluigi Donnarumma joked about not taking his mother to the Etihad Stadium for the Champions League opener against Napoli on Thursday. The Manchester City goalkeeper, who arrived at the end of the summer transfer window, revealed that his family members are big supporters of the current Serie A champions. However, he remains determined on helping his new team kick-off their continental campaign with a win.

'I'm not under the table' – Bruno Guimaraes tells Newcastle how to avoid repeat of Alexander Isak saga after £125m sale to Liverpool

Bruno Guimaraes has called for Newcastle to avoid the heartbreak of losing key players like Alexander Isak in the future, following the £125 million sale of the Swedish striker to Liverpool this summer. Speaking ahead of Newcastle’s Champions League clash with Barcelona, the Brazilian star and Magpies captain made it clear that the dressing room does not want to see any more prized assets depart St James' Park.

'Quality strikers who are in their prime' – Alexi Lalas encouraged by Ricardo Pepi's return from injury, says pairing with Folarin Balogun gives USMNT strong tandem

Former USMNT defender Alexi Lalas is optimistic about the national team's striker situation following Ricardo Pepi's return from injury for PSV. Though Folarin Balogun established himself with a strong showing earlier this month, Lalas said Pepi's return to fitness and form provides crucial competition for Mauricio Pochettino’s side.

Barcelona, you've been warned! Newcastle are 'really tough to beat at St James' Park' as club legend predicts Spanish giants to drop points in Champions League opener

Newcastle legend Alan Shearer has delivered a fiery warning to Barcelona ahead of their Champions League opener, insisting the Spanish heavyweights won’t find life easy at St James’ Park. The Magpies icon, speaking ahead of Thursday night’s clash, believes his old club are more than capable of denting Barca’s campaign and snatching vital points on home soil.

'No human being can be doing that!' – Pep Guardiola defends Abdukodir Khusanov in explanation of why £35m star cannot continue playing right-back

Pep Guardiola has crushed talk that Abdukodir Khusanov could be Manchester City’s permanent right-back solution, despite the youngster’s heroic display in Sunday’s derby demolition of Manchester United. The Catalan manager admitted the Uzbekistan international has the tools to cover the role, but warned the brutal intensity of City’s fixture calendar makes it impossible for the 21-year-old to handle the job on a full-time basis.

Jose Mourinho gets 'best of luck' wish from sacked Benfica predecessor as Bruno Lage blames 'internal and external constraints' after Champions League exit

Benfica announced their decision to part ways with Bruno Lage with immediate effect after their shock defeat to Azerbaijani side Qarabag in the Champions League opener on Tuesday. On Wednesday morning, Lage, while speaking to reporters, wished Jose Mourinho "best of luck". Mourinho has been linked with the Benfica role and it is understood that he is keen on taking over at the Estadio da Luz.

'Outdated' Jose Mourinho told to 'accept his career is over' as ex-Chelsea & Man Utd boss nears surprise return to Benfica

Jose Mourinho has been told to "accept" that "his career is over" as the former Chelsea & Manchester United boss nears a surprise return to Benfica. The 62-year-old tactician, coming off an ill-fated stint at Fenerbahce, is reportedly in advanced talks to take charge at the Portuguese giants once again. However, some fans aren't buying the comeback story.

Tammy Abraham's brother Timmy to play in front of Lionel Messi at 1v1 World Crown Final in Miami – with $5,000 cash prize on the line against semi-pro female player Che Thomas

Timmy Abraham, the brother of former Chelsea striker Tammy, is set to play in front of Lionel Messi in a 1v1 tournament founded by the Inter Miami and Argentina star. Timmy will be hoping to impress Messi when he heads to Miami, alongside semi-professional female footballer Che Thomas, to compete against 'ballers' from all over the world in the hope of being crowned the world’s best.