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      Fourth-tier side forced to eat pre-match meal on side of MOTORWAY after huge fire… only for game to be postponed

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      A GERMAN fourth-division team had to eat their pre-match meal on the motorway after being delayed on their way to the game… before the match was postponed anyway.FSV Zwickau travelled by bus to the capital on Friday to face Viktoria Berlin at the Stadion Lichterfelde in the Regionalliga Nordost.FSV Zwickau players had to eat their pre-match meal on the motorwayCredit: X / FSVZwickauFSV Zwickau couldn’t make it to Berlin in time due to a horrible car crashCredit: XHowever, a horror car crash took place between the Wiedemar and Halle junctions on the A9 motorway heading to Berlin as two vehicles caught fire.A driver of an Opel Mokka collided with an Audi and pushed it into a Ford Transit. The Opel and the Audi were engulfed in flames but fortunately both drivers managed to escape in time while the third one was also thankfully well.According to Bild, two people were slightly injured in the rear-end collision and were taken to hospital for observation.Read More on FootballA kilometre-long traffic jam then occurred which prevented Zwickau from continuing their journey.A while later club chiefs understood they had to adapt to this extraordinary situation knowing that their players had to eat.And the team needed their food at a specific time before they entered the pitch to warm up.And so the club chiefs set up a massive spread on the guardrails of the motorway along with plates and utensils for the players.Most read in BundesligaThe team saw the funny side in this and took a picture of that incredible moment for Instagram.Zwickau published the pic with the following caption: “Now it’s time to improvise.”Dean Scoggins travels to FC Koln in Germany to find Europe’s best Away DayNevertheless, the German outfit couldn’t make it to the ground on time.Fans also experienced the same problem as many also opted for the three-hour drive.And so the game was postponed with the two football teams now looking to agree on a new date. More

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      Watch Thomas Muller go down in a heap after being ‘fouled’ by TAPE as Bayern Munich team-mates fall over in stitches

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      THOMAS MULLER left his Bayern Munich team-mates in absolute stitches after being felled by some training ground tape.The former Germany striker was going through the motions at Bayern’s Sabner Strasse training ground when some rogue tape inadvertently took him out.Thomas Muller was blissfully unaware of some white tape during a recent Bayern Munich training sessionCredit: INSTAGRAM@BAYERNMUNICHThe tape ended up tripping the former Germany strikerCredit: INSTAGRAM@BAYERNMUNICHMuller’s Bayern team-mates were left in absolute stitches by the striker’s tumbleCredit: INSTAGRAM@BAYERNMUNICHMuller, 35, tripped over the white tape after controlling a pass from one of his team-mates.And his colleagues couldn’t help but chuckle at his tumble, belly-laughing at the sheer hilarity of the situation as they collapsed to the turf.Even head coach Vincent Kompany couldn’t contain his laughter, smiling as the striker dusted himself off and got back to his feet.Muller, who has never been one to shy away from the camera, saw the funny side of his training ground tumble.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAfter clocking the club’s videographer, he said: “Ah yes, at least that’s good [to have on camera].”That’s good for the clicks. Best content of the month.”Come on boys. Let’s all have a smile. Hello, Instagram. That’s good for the clicks.”The clip, unsurprisingly, went viral and received a slew of comments from footie fans.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOne wrote: “It’s a foul that no one would have known.”Another said: “Ref, that’s a foul!”Refuses to lift trophy after finally winning silverware at Tottenham on return with Bayern MunichAnd another said: “Muller: ‘Who put the rope here?'”One remarked: “That’s surely a pen.”Another chimed in with a series of laughing emojis: “The way they laughed.”Bayern have made a blistering start to the season, scoring a whopping 28 goals in all competitions.The Bavarians have made a perfect start to the new Bundesliga campaign, topping the table with three wins and a haul of 11 goals.Bayern will be back in action on Saturday afternoon, travelling to Weser Stadium to take on Werder Bremen.Bayern Munich have made a blistering start to the seasonCredit: GETTY More

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      Vincent Kompany tells Harry Kane and Bayern Munich stars to ‘have a beer’ at Oktoberfest and says ‘we will join in’

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      VINCENT KOMPANY has told Harry Kane and his Bayern Munich teammates to go to a beer festival – and indulge in full.Manchester City icon Kompany has made a heady start to his career in charge of the German giants.Vincent Kompany told Harry Kane and his Bayern Munich teammates to go to a beer festivalCredit: GettyThe Bayern squad will enjoy a pint – or twoCredit: GettyBayern are top of the Bundesliga after winning all three games, and they thrashed Dinamo Zagreb 9-2 in the Champions League on Tuesday.Kompany, 38, and his squad are due to attend Munich’s world-famous Oktoberfest on Sunday.He, England skipper Kane and fellow ex-Premier League stars Michael Olise, Joao Palhinha, Leroy Sane and Eric Dier will don lederhosen for the occasion.Belgian Kompany said: “The Oktoberfest is important for the players’ families to experience a bit of Munich and Bavaria’s culture.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”The festival is important for a lot of people.  We are looking forward to it, and we will join in.”The day before is all about our game at Werder Bremen, but then we will witness some Bavarian culture.”Drinking beer is all part of it.  If the players want to have a beer on Sunday I’ve got no problem with it.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”The main thing is that they are once again fit on Monday!Most read in Football”Of course I’ll sometimes have a beer myself.  I’m from Belgium, and the beer there is something special.Watch Vincent Kompany scream ‘don’t f***ing test me big boy’ in explosive X-rated row in sneak preview to Burnley TV doc”A competition between Bavarian and Belgian beers would be at a pretty high level.”I’ve never been to the Oktoberfest before, but I was in Munich with Manchester City while the festival was on.”It was difficult even for City to find a hotel for our stay.”Kane at Oktoberfest last yearCredit: GettyManuel Neuer, Kane and Thomas Mueller enjoyed a large beerCredit: Reuters More

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      Inside Harry Kane’s incredible night as England star breaks THREE records in Bayern’s 9-2 Champions League battering

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      HARRY KANE shattered THREE Champions League records in one evening as Bayern Munich thrashed Dinamo Zagreb 9-2.Kane took his tally to 33 in the competition and stole another record from Wayne Rooney.Harry Kane smashed THREE records in the Champions League on Tuesday nightHe scored FOUR goals against the Croatian sideThree of Kane’s goals came from the penalty spotKane became the highest-scoring English player in Champions League history after his four goals at the Allianz Arena.The England captain has overtaken Rooney’s tally of 30 goals in 85 games in the competition, all of which were scored for Manchester United.And Kane did it in 40 games less.It was Rooney’s goalscoring record that Kane had surpassed for the Three Lions in March 2023 – he now has 68 national team goals to Rooney’s 53.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAnd the record breaking didn’t stop there on Tuesday night.The former Spurs striker also became the first Englishman to score four goals in a single Champions League game.And the first player of any nationality to net three from the spot in the same match.Kane’s latest efforts move him into joint 25th – level with Fernando Morientes – going past Rooney, Kaka, Samuel Eto’o, Franciso Gento and Bayern great Arjen Robben all in one night. Most read in Champions LeagueKane broke Rooney’s England scoring record last yearCredit: GettyFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSGoals from Raphael Guerreiro and Michael Olise gave Vincent Kompany’s men a commanding 3-0 lead at half-time.The visitors threatened to complete an unlikely comeback with two goals in the opening five minutes of the second half.’Are you seriously talking about that?’ – Jack Grealish told off by England interviewer after being asked about KaneBut Kane restored the cushion for Bayern in the 57th minute, before Olise bagged his second of the evening to put the home side 5-2 up and Kane scored two more alongside Leroy Sane and Leon Goretzka.Bayern are also the first team to score nine goals in a Champions League game, with the aggregate total of 11 goals only surpassed by Borussia Dortmund’s 8-4 win over Legia Warsaw in 2016.Kane managed eight goals in his first 21 Champions League games for Bayern, having found the net 21 times during his time with Spurs.He will be hoping to rocket up the list this season, with Bayern eyeing a deep run in the new-look competition.The new format will already include more games than ever before as 36 teams play eight games in a league-style tournament.Bayern reached the semi-finals last term, dumping out Arsenal along the way, before losing out to eventual champs Real Madrid.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt comes three days after Kane smashed Erling Haaland record for the quickest time to reach 50 goal involvements in the Bundesliga.The 31-year-old reached 50 goal contributions in just 35 games, to Haaland’s 43.Harry Kane reveals his favourite England goalsHARRY KANE is already England’s all-time record goalscorer.But the Three Lions skipper will NOT be stopping there.To mark his 100th cap for his country, Kane spoke to SunSport’s CHARLIE WYETT about some of his special England goals….FIRST ENGLAND GOAL“My debut v Lithuania. March 2015.”There was a lot of talk in the build-up to that camp because I was playing well for Spurs.“I got a great reception and within a couple of minutes I scored a goal.“I don’t think I could have dreamed it any better.“My friends and family were there. That was a really special night.”FAVOURITE ENGLAND GOAL“It’s between two, for me.“Against Germany, the one at Wembley in Euro 2020.“Also, the header against Tunisia at the World Cup in 2018.“That moment of scoring a last-minute winner at my first World Cup was special.”BEST ENGLAND GOAL“The one I scored in Poland away in a World Cup qualifier in 2021. It was from 25 yards.”(Kane picked up the ball from Kyle Walker, advanced towards goal and put his foot through it.)“It kind of drifted away and it was a good strike, probably my furthest-out goal for England.” More

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      Forgotten Premier League flop, 33, drops into fourth tier after bizarre link-up with Alan Pardew in Greece

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      FORMER Premier League star Lukas Rupp has signed for a fourth-tier side in Germany.Rupp, 33, joined Norwich from Bundesliga side Hoffenheim in January 2020.Lukas Rupp has dropped down into the fourth tierCredit: @KSVHessenKSRupp, 33, played in the Premier League for NorwichCredit: Times Newspapers LtdHaving called it a “childhood dream” to play in England, the midfielder went on to appear 62 times for the Canaries.He also helped them earn promotion to the Premier League during the 2020-21 season.Rupp scored at Anfield in an FA Cup tie during his Norwich stint, only for Liverpool to still win 2-1.After leaving Carrow Road at the end of the 2021-22 campaign, Rupp had to wait until the following January to secure a new club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAt the time he earned a short-term contract with Greek top-flight side Aris, who were managed by former Prem boss Alan Pardew.Following a short spell in Greece, which saw him make 19 appearances for Aris, Rupp again found himself without a club.He has now ended his hunt for a new employer by signing for German minnows KSV Hessen Kassel.His new team play in the Regionalliga Sudwest, which makes up part of Germany’s fourth tier.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThey announced the deal with a picture of a beaming Rupp clutching his new shirt, featuring his name and the No33 on the back.Responding to the signing, one fan wrote on X: “That’s crazy!”Lukas Rupp leaves seventh-placed Bundesliga side Hoffenheim for Norwich While a second gushed: “Really nice. I’m looking forward to seeing him soon.”A third added: “You can’t go wrong with Kassel.”Rupp scored at Anfield during his Norwich daysCredit: Getty More

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      Bundesliga U19 star forced to have leg amputated in gruelling battle with cancer as club start fundraiser

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      UNION BERLIN youngster Berkin Arslanogullari has undergone a life-saving leg amputation as he battles bone cancer.The keeper, 19, was diagnosed with the disease a few months ago and began “intensive chemotherapy” to treat the illness.Union Berlin keeper Berkin Arslanogullari has had his leg amputated as he fights bone cancerCredit: Instagram @berkin.arslanogullariHowever, the treatment failed to successfully combat the cancer, forcing doctors to amputate his leg.German top-flight side Union Berlin confirmed on Monday that the procedure had been carried out “a few days ago” as he fights the “toughest battle of his life”.The football club then called on the public to make financial contributions to his family as they look to support Arslanogullari through the horrific ordeal.The statement said: “Due to the care and support required for Berkin, his parents are no longer able to go to work, and the family’s current apartment is not barrier-free or handicapped accessible.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”A new apartment or extensive renovation work and the upcoming rehabilitation are urgently needed for a new start in a new life and are causing enormous costs.”Berkin and his family now need the support and solidarity of the Union family.”To ease the financial burden a little and give Berkin the best possible chance for a future full of hope, aFundraiserEvery contribution counts and helps to give Berkin a fresh start.”German shot-stopper Arslanogullari has played for Union’s age group sides since he was a young boy.Most read in BundesligaHe has featured for the Bundesliga outfit’s U17 and U19 teams and was included in two matchday squads for last season’s Uefa Youth League.Fans were quick to pass on emotional messages of support on social media as they prayed for a speedy recovery.One said: “Lots of strength and love! ❤️”Another added: “All the best to him and his family, stand together in this difficult time.”A third replied: “Best recovery and lots of strength 🙏🏼.”While a fourth responded: “I hope he wins the fight 🤞. Get well soon and strength to his family 🙏❤️.” More

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      Man Utd and West Ham on transfer red alert with Leon Goretzka ‘unhappy’ after Bayern Munich axe

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      BAYERN MUNICH have put a host of Premier League clubs on red alert by admitting that Leon Goretzka is “unhappy”.The 29-year-old German international midfielder has been brutally axed by new boss Vincent Kompany this term following the arrival of Joao Palhinha from Fulham.Leon Goretzka is unhappy at Bayern MunichCredit: GettyAnd his potential availability has put several clubs including Man Utd on alert over a transferCredit: GettyGoretzka has been at Bayern since 2018 and remains under contract until 2026 but he could be set to push for a move in January.He has played just one minute of competitive football under Kompany and failed to even make the bench for Saturday’s 6-1 victory over Holstein Kiel.Manchester United and West Ham have been long-term admirers of the experienced star.A host of other top-flight clubs would also be keen should Goretzka become available.READ MORE ON MAN UTDAnd the prospect of him departing Bayern appears to be very real as director of sport Max Eberl revealed how miserable the ex-Schalke man is.He said: “We communicated very clearly from the start.“Leon knew that we were relying on Pavlo [Aleksandar Pavlovic], and that we would bring in with Palhinha and that Josh [Kimmich] would play more in the centre again.”He added: “We’ve also said that when Leon is there and ready to face the situation, he’ll be treated completely normally.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“Leon’s a great guy. I like him a lot, even though he’s obviously upset at the moment. I understand that too. But that’s part of life in football.”Bayern know that his value will drop significantly once he enters the final 12 months of his contract in June.Manchester United vs SouthamptonThat means that they could look to push him out of the door in January with a potential loan-to-buy agreement.Although his £273,000-a-week wages could be an issue.Man Utd ratings vs Southampton as Onana saves a penalty and Rashford finally scoresMARCUS RASHFORD scored his first Premier League goal in 189 days as Manchester United cruised to a 3-0 victory at Southampton.The Red Devils got back to winning ways after suffering defeats in their last two Prem games, with Matthijs de Ligt notching his first Man Utd goal.But United had Andre Onana to thank as the keeper kept out Cameron Archer’s penalty at 0-0.Here’s how SunSport’s Charlie Wyett rated United’s stars…Andre Onana – 7Saved the penalty by Cameron Archer, albeit a poor one from the Southampton forward.But that stop and the stopped rebound proved to be absolutely crucial.Noussair Mazraouri – 7Needed treatment after falling awkwardly in the first half but that did not stop him from delivering a solid performance.Also got forward to good effect before being one of three United defenders to be subbed off.Matthijs De Ligt – 8Shaky start defensively but was unmarked to score from Bruno Fernandes cross to calm United’s nerves with the opener.He was delighted to get his first United goal and dedicated his celebration to his wife’s birthday today.Lisandro Martinez – 7Not been in great form so anything was an improvement – although Saints’ attack was toothless.Diogo Dalot – 5Suffered an absolute shocker of a first half courtesy of Southampton’s tricky wingers.Conceded the penalty after bringing down Tyler Dibling but was also constantly exposed throughout the half.Kobbie Mainoo – 6United continue to lean far too heavily on such a young player. And this defensive role does not really suit him.Christian Eriksen – 7A surprise starter although United’s two goals came from his corners.The system, though, still does not play to his strengths as he is too deep.Bruno Fernandes – 7Cracking corner cross ball from Eriksen who plonked the ball on the head of De Ligt.Amad Diallo – 7Looked lively throughout – really encouraging. Teed up Rashford for the second goal.Joshua Zirkzee – 6Forced a couple of saves by Aaron Ramsdale but does not look like a 25 goal-a-season striker.Marcus Rashford – 7Hopefully the second goal will give him a real confidence boost. Also forced a couple of saves from Aaron Ramsdale.SUBSGarnacho (for Rashford 73 mins) 7Was brutally fouled by Stephens who saw red shortly after coming on. Notched United’s third goal of the game in the final minute.He struck high into Ramsdale’s high corner after a brilliant ball from Casemiro.Manuel Ugarte (for Eriksen 73 mins) 6Harry Maguire (for Mazraouri 74 mins) 6Jonny Evans (for Martinez 77 mins) 6 More

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      ‘Harry Kane is GUARANTEED to break his trophy duck this season – it’s just a question of how many he wins’

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      HARRY KANE is surely guaranteed to break his silverware duck this term — the question is, how many trophies will he win at Bayern Munich?That is the verdict of ex-Munich star Owen Hargreaves, who has no doubts whatsoever the England captain can end his career-long barren run.Harry Kane is still looking for his first major trophyCredit: APHe has been banging in the goals for Bayern Munich and tipped to break his duck this termCredit: AFPKane moved to Bayern last summer for an initial £86million after winning nothing at Spurs but ended up empty-handed again due to Xabi Alonso’s invincible Bayer Leverkusen side.TNT Sports pundit Hargreaves told SunSport: “He’s crazy unlucky, especially after his season.“Bayern didn’t have a great season but Leverkusen, you’ve got to take your hat off to them, they played out of this world under Xabi Alonso.“But the great ones, that spurs them on to keep going.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS“It keeps him hungry. I guarantee he wins a trophy this year. The question is, how many?”Kane is adapting to a new Bayern boss in Vincent Kompany, whose Burnley men were relegated from the Prem last term.Kompany favours a high-pressing style but 31-year-old Kane has still managed five goals in his first four Bayern games this term — including a hat-trick in the 6-1 victory at Holstein Kiel on Saturday.That took his scoring record to a staggering 49 goals in 49 games for the Bavarian giants.Most read in Champions LeagueFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHargreaves, who won four Bundesliga titles and the 2001 Champions League with Bayern, added: “Vinny’s got the best team he’s ever coached by a mile.“Harry Kane leading the line, Manuel Neuer in goal and then all these amazing players spread out in between.Champions League releases new anthem as fuming fans say ‘the beautiful game has died’Harry Kane reveals his favourite England goalsHARRY KANE is already England’s all-time record goalscorer.But the Three Lions skipper will NOT be stopping there.To mark his 100th cap for his country, Kane spoke to SunSport’s CHARLIE WYETT about some of his special England goals….FIRST ENGLAND GOAL“My debut v Lithuania. March 2015.”There was a lot of talk in the build-up to that camp because I was playing well for Spurs.“I got a great reception and within a couple of minutes I scored a goal.“I don’t think I could have dreamed it any better.“My friends and family were there. That was a really special night.”FAVOURITE ENGLAND GOAL“It’s between two, for me.“Against Germany, the one at Wembley in Euro 2020.“Also, the header against Tunisia at the World Cup in 2018.“That moment of scoring a last-minute winner at my first World Cup was special.”BEST ENGLAND GOAL“The one I scored in Poland away in a World Cup qualifier in 2021. It was from 25 yards.”(Kane picked up the ball from Kyle Walker, advanced towards goal and put his foot through it.)“It kind of drifted away and it was a good strike, probably my furthest-out goal for England.”“I’m excited to watch Bayern. I was there for ten years, I understand the mentality of the football club, the expectation to win. Vinny’s a winner.“People forget Vinny played in the Bundesliga at Hamburg, he speaks German.“He understands how big a club Bayern Munich is.“Being born in Belgium, playing in Germany, he’s had an amazing career, he was a brilliant captain.“It’s probably not the appointment everyone expected just because Burnley got relegated. But I hope they give him time.“Bayern used to be a club that gave managers time and they had amazing success.“I hope the club looks at itself a little bit and says, ‘We’re going to give Vincent time’.”Kane scored a hat-trick in the 6-1 thumping of Holstein Kiel at the weekendCredit: GettyVincent Kompany needs to be given time in his new job at the German giantsCredit: Getty HARGREAVES ON BELLINGHAM“I SAW the Super Cup and Jude Bellingham played the best game of his life.“He’s playing a bit more in his natural position, a little bit deeper. He’s the perfect midfield player.“Jude is just going to get better and better with Kylian Mbappe and Endrick.“I know a lot of people have not seen much of Endrick but to go with him and Rodrygo, Valverde, Modric, Courtois and Alaba, Rudiger, Carvajal . . .“That is some collection of players, it’s amazing.”Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham will cause chaos togetherCredit: GettyHARGREAVES ON CHAMPIONS LEAGUE DARK HORSES“PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN, just in the way Luis Enrique plays. He plays such aggressive football and they’ve got so many really good ball players.“I’m happy to see they’re focused on young French players. That’s probably what they should have done long ago.“Inter are really good. They’ve got a clear identity to how they play under Simone Inzaghi.“Marcus Thuram came on a free, it’s amazing no one else picked him up.“They’re not the most offensive team but often those teams do really well in the Champions League.“They don’t make mistakes in silly moments.”Marcus Thuram could help Inter Milan spark a shockCredit: AFPHARGREAVES ON PREM CONTENDERS“MANCHESTER CITY have the best squad and they’re using four centre-backs so defensively they’re a bit more stable.“Arsenal need a little bit more experience in the Champions League. “To win the Champions League might take a little bit more time in the transfer windows. But they’re going to win trophies, it’s a question of when.“Liverpool have crazy firepower. Federico Chiesa is an amazing player and he’ll suit the Premier League because he’s crazy explosive.“I’m excited for Aston Villa as Villa Park is going to be one of the best atmospheres in Europe this season.”Manchester City are going for a fifth title in a rowCredit: APHARGREAVES ON PLAYERS TO WATCH OUT FOR“MICHAEL OLISE is going to be great at Bayern Munich.“Playing at Crystal Palace he probably didn’t get the notoriety he deserved but he’s such a good finisher and technically really good.“Endrick at Real Madrid is cool because people don’t know a lot about him. He’s still so young but he’s just got it.“Florian Wirtz at Bayer Leverkusen is an amazing player with a really unique style. His numbers from last season were crazy.READ MORE SUN STORIES“As a young kid, putting himself in the Ballon d’Or conversation is rare. He’ll be playing at Real Madrid or Man City in a couple of years.”TNT Sports is the home of the Uefa Champions League, Europa League and Conference League. TNT Sports is available through its streaming destination discovery+ and across all major TV platforms. For more information visit tntsports.co.uk/footballMichael Olise will have no issues stepping up to the pressure at Bayern MunichCredit: GettyOwen Hargreaves had his say on the 2024-25 seasonCredit: GettyNew Champions League formatEach club will play eight matches in the opening phase – against seeded opposition, in a system designed to ensure that teams play opponents of similar difficulty.The top eight teams in the “final” table will automatically go through to the last 16, where they will be joined by the eight play-off winners of ties between the sides placed ninth to 24th in the table.Despite there being just eight matches in the opening phase, European matches will be spread over 10 midweek slots.The new Champions League format also sees the implication of two additional qualifying spots.They will be awarded to the nations that are top of the “country coefficient” chart each season. More