Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich backed to be too strong for Chelsea in Champions League opener as Germany legend says Harry Kane & Co among seven true contenders for European title

Former Bayern Munich midfielder Lothar Matthaus has provided his thoughts ahead of the first matchday of the Champions League. According to the legendary former Germany international, Bayern Munich will be one of the seven favourites to clinch the coveted continental title this season, backing the Bavarians to overcome Club World Cup holders Chelsea in their opener on Wednesday.

Will Barcelona, Real Madrid or anyone else stop PSG from defending their Champions League crown? BALLGM writers predict the 2025-26 European Cup winners

'The Chaaaaampions'. That's right - the most famous anthem in world football is set to ring out around Europe yet again as the 2025-26 Champions League season gets under way this week. Thirty-six teams are vying it out to lift the European Cup in Budapest on May 30, but can any of them take Paris Saint-Germain's crown away from them?

Harry Kane sends Champions League rallying cry to Bayern Munich ahead of Chelsea showdown with England star determined to avoid 'stressful period'

Harry Kane has urged Bayern Munich to start their Champions League campaign strongly as they prepare to face Chelsea on Wednesday night. The England striker is determined to avoid the “stressful period” Bayern endured last season when they were forced into an extra playoff. Kane insists an early run of wins is crucial to easing the pressure.

Harry Kane is going for the 2026 Ballon d'Or! Brits Abroad winners & losers as Bayern Munich striker continues prolific form but Trent Alexander-Arnold is forced to accept bleak reality at Real Madrid

BALLGM runs through the best and worst of British players plying their trade on foreign soil. Now more than ever, British players are finding that the grass can be greener elsewhere. The lure of the Premier League remains grand, but it's not the be-all and end-all. In fact, some of the home nations' biggest stars have decided to take their talents abroad to the mainland continent and beyond.

'We'll miss you' – Vincent Kompany leads tributes to Man City super-fan Ricky Hatton after boxer tragically dies aged 46

Tributes have started to fly in after the tragic death of legendary English boxer Ricky Hatton on Sunday. The 46-year-old was known for his passion for Manchester City, and former club captain Vincent Kompany has paid tribute to Hatton by taking to social media. "We'll miss you," said the Bayern Munich head coach, as the world of sport mourns over the loss of a beloved and iconic figure.

Harry Kane hits back at critics of new Bayern Munich team-mate Nicolas Jackson with 'if you follow the Premier League' message

Harry Kane has spoken out in defence of new Bayern Munich team-mate Nicolas Jackson, with the odd question being asked of why the Senegalese striker has been drafted in by the Bundesliga giants. Kane has pointed out that the lively frontman put in plenty of encouraging Premier League performances for Chelsea when leading the line for an often inconsistent outfit.