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    Real Madrid vs Celtic: TV channel, live stream, kick-off time and team news for Champions League Group F match

    CELTIC have a tough fixture to round off their disappointing Champions League campaign against the current holders Real Madrid.The Scottish champions have had a torrid time in club football’s European top-tier competition as they currently sit rock-bottom of Group F.
    Celtic have failed to win a single game in this season’s Champions LeagueCredit: PA
    And Ukrainian star Mykhaylo Mudryk’s 58th minute equaliser last time out meant that Celtic are still yet to record a single victory this campaign.
    However, the Hoops have a huge opportunity to pull off a historic win against Real Madrid as the champions have already qualified for the last-16.
    But Carlo Ancelotti could be tempted to field a strong side with RB Leipzig breathing down Madrid’s necks for top spot.
    When is Real Madrid vs Celtic?

    Real Madrid entertain Celtic on Wednesday, November 2.
    It is scheduled to kick off at 5:45pm UK time – 6:45pm local time.
    The Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, Spain is the allocated arena for this match and it can host a staggering 81,044 supporters.
    Celtic were humiliated 3-0 by Madrid on the opening matchday in September.

    Real Madrid beat Celtic 3-0 in the reverse fixtureCredit: AFP
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    What TV channel is Real Madrid vs Celtic on and can I live stream it?

    Real Madrid vs Celtic will be broadcasted LIVE on BT Sport 4 in the UK.
    Build is set to get underway from 5pm UK time – 45 minutes before kick-off.
    Subscription holders of BT Sport can stream the entire action live via the BT Sport website or BT Sport app.

    What is the team news?
    Ballon D’Or winner Karim Benzema will sit out yet another fixture for Real Madrid having sustained a muscular fatigue injury last month.
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    However, it gives the opportunity for former Chelsea star Eden Hazard or tricky winger Marco Asensio to return to the side.
    Elsewhere, Callum McGregor will continue his spell on the sidelines after suffering a knee issue.
    But Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou could be tempted to reintroduce Carl Starfelt to the fold who is on the mend from his own knee troubles.
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    AC Milan vs Salzburg LIVE: Stream, TV channel and score for HUGE Champions League clash in Group E – latest updates

    AC MILAN and Red Bull Salzburg are set to battle it out for the final Champions League spot in Group E.Chelsea have already guaranteed qualification courtesy of a marginal win over Salzburg last time out.
    And if the Italian giants can pull of the same result, they’ll also be in the hat come November 7.

    Kick-off time: Wednesday, November 2
    Live stream: BT Sport
    TV channel: BT Sport 2

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    Shakhtar Donetsk vs RB Leipzig LIVE: Stream, TV channel and score for crucial Champions League Group F clash – updates

    SHAKHTAR DONETSK and RB Leipzig go head-to-head for the final Champions League last-16 qualification spot in Group E.Leipzig capitalised on Shakhtar dropping points last week with a sensational win over reigning champions Real Madrid
    And the Bundesliga outfit can secure a round of 16 place should they repeat the same result in Russia.

    Kick-off time: Wednesday, November 2
    Live stream: BT Sport
    TV channel: BT Sport 1

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    Copenhagen vs Borussia Dortmund LIVE: Stream, TV channel and score for Champions League Group G match – latest updates

    BORUSSIA DORTMUND will be eager to build on their successful Champions League group stage campaign with a win against struggling Copenhagen.BVB secured a last-16 spot by holding Manchester City to a goalless draw last time out.
    And they’ll be expected to improve on their points tally against rock-bottom Copenhagen at the Parken Stadium.

    Kick-off time: Wednesday, November 2
    Live stream: BT Sport
    TV channel: BT Sport 7

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    Maccabi Haifa vs Benfica LIVE: Stream, TV channel and score for Champions League Group H match – latest updates

    BENFICA and Maccabi Haifa clash in their final Champions League group stage match with so much on the line.Three points for the Eagles could see them leapfrog Paris Saint-Germain and finish the campaign as Group H winners.
    But Haifa have an outside chance of securing a Europa League spot should they win and results elsewhere go their way.

    Kick-off time: Wednesday, November 2
    Live stream: BT Sport
    TV channel: BT Sport 7

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    Juventus vs PSG: TV channel, live stream, kick-off time and team news for HUGE Champions League match in Turin

    JUVENTUS’ European hopes hang in the balance when they welcome Paris Saint-Germain to Turin on Wednesday.The Old Lady missed out on a last-16 spot having marginally lost to Benfica in their last Champions League outing.
    Juventus saw their Champions League dreams go up in smoke courtesy of BenficaCredit: Getty
    And now, the Italian giants need to match or better Maccabi Haifa’s result against Benfica to ensure they secure Europa League qualification.
    But standing in Juventus’ way is a talented PSG side who are gunning for Group H top spot.
    Furthermore, the French champions are in red-hot form as they haven’t lost a single game all season.
    When is Juventus vs PSG?

    Juventus’ mouth-watering fixture against Paris Saint-Germain will take place on Wednesday, November 2.
    It is scheduled to kick off at 8pm UK time – 9pm local time.
    Allianz Stadium in Turin is the allocated arena for this huge match and it can host 41,507.
    Kylian Mbappe’s double last time out inspired PSG to a win over Juventus in September.

    Kylian Mbappe scored twice to help PSG beat Juventus in the reverse fixtureCredit: EPA
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    What TV channel is Juventus vs PSG on and can I live stream it?

    Juventus vs Paris Saint-Germain will be broadcasted LIVE on BT Sport 6 in the UK.
    Subscription holders of BT Sport can stream the entire action live via the BT Sport website or BT Sport app.

    What is the team news?
    Massimiliano Allegri was dealt a huge blow earlier this week with the news that Paul Pogba has suffered a fresh setback in his injury recovery process.
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    And to make matters worse, Dusan Vlahovic, Weston McKennie and wonderkid Matias Soule could also miss the big clash against PSG.
    Marley Ake, Angel Di Maria, Leandro Paredes, Gleison Bremer, Mattia De Sciglio, Federico Chiesa, Samuel Iling-Junior and Kaio Jorge are also out while Danilo is suspended.
    But midfield maestro Manuel Locatelli should be available once again having been unavailable through personal issues.
    Elsewhere, PSG will be without Presnel Kimpembe and Keylor Navas but Danilo Pereira recently made his return from a hamstring injury.
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    Tottenham’s Champions League preparations in tatters after Marseille fans set off fireworks at 4am outside hotel

    TOTTENHAM’S preparations for their crunch clash versus Marseille were ruined after home fans set off fireworks outside their hotel throughout the night.Firecrackers could be heard at 1am and 4.30am as Spurs’ squad and staff tried to get some much-needed sleep.
    Marseille fans let off fireworks in the middle of the night near Spurs’ hotel
    Eric Dier previously said how vital sleep was for preparationCredit: Getty
    Marseille fans were no doubt trying to boost their side’s chances ahead of tonight’s final Champions League group game against the North Londoners where everything is on the line.
    Avoid defeat and Spurs will progress to the knockout stage of the Champions League but if they lose they will drop into the Europa League.
    Meanwhile only a victory will put ex-Arsenal star Alexis Sanchez’s Marseille through.
    Getting enough shuteye has been crucial for Spurs’ players’ recovery during this fixture-crammed season.
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    Eric Dier revealed as much last month when discussing how he is ensuring he remains in tip-top condition with games every four days.
    The England defender said: “I just try to sleep a lot (to keep myself fit). Eat well, lots of water. I try to do everything in the right way.
    “Everything is there for us to recover and be in the best possible shape at the training ground. The club cover all our needs, it’s up to us to take advantage of it.
    “I love a nap, I nap every day! I get eight or nine hours (at night) and 45 minutes in the afternoon. I do it straight after training. 
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    “I think the other players do it too. Some do it more than me. The South Americans, they love it.
    “I don’t have kids, so it’s easy for me. People with kids I’ve heard it’s a little different at night. But for me I can sleep whenever I want.”
    Meanwhile, there appeared to be some confusion following Cristian Stellini’s press conference about whether Antonio Conte usually travels to games on the team bus or a separate coach for the staff.
    SunSport can clarify that Conte does indeed travel to all matches on the team bus with the players, as does managing director of football Fabio Paratici.
    Assistant Stellini was fielding questions from the media in the absence of Conte, who is banned from this evening’s game after his red card last week against Sporting Lisbon.
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    Barcelona ‘line up Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta’ as next boss as pressure on Xavi heats up after Champions League exit

    BARCELONA are reportedly considering Mikel Arteta as their next boss.That’s as pressure ramps up on Xavi Hernandez following last week’s Champions League exit.
    Barcelona boss Xavi is feeling the heat after last week’s Champions League exitCredit: Getty
    Club chiefs are eyeing Arsenal’s Mikel Areta if a change is needed further down the lineCredit: Getty
    Former Man City assistant Arteta is shining in the Emirates dugout this season.
    He has guided Arsenal to the top of the Premier League table.
    And Sport claims Barcelona chiefs are keeping tabs on Arteta after being impressed.
    Current Nou Camp boss Xavi is under the spotlight after seeing Barca crash out of Europe’s top competition in the group stage.
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    The cash-strapped Catalans were banking on a major pay day from the knockouts after a summer splurge.
    It’s reckoned the early exit will set Barcelona back at least £20million, plus add-ons they could have had later down the line.
    And there will now be more pressure on Xavi to deliver in the league, with Barca one point behind leaders Real Madrid.
    However, club chiefs are still backing their former midfielder to deliver.
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    And Arteta is instead seen as a future option should a change become necessary.
    That’s good news for Arsenal, who hope their ex-player can deliver a first Premier League title since the Invincibles in 2004.
    As for Xavi, he admits he is fully aware of the consequences if he doesn’t deliver trophies after signing stars including Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha.
    He said: “With the effort made by the club and the squad we have, we have to compete for trophies.
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    “And if we don’t win, as the president said, there will be consequences, starting with me.
    “But if we don’t win, another coach will come in. But I am going to give everything so that this works.” More