
Azerbaijani media accuse Valverde of saying Athletic would score nine vs Qarabag
Ernesto Valverde dismissed as “outrageous” Azerbaijani rumors claiming he told his players Athletic would score nine against Qarabag. Ahead of a crucial Champions League clash in Baku, the coach stressed humility, focus, and respect for a confident Qarabag side as Athletic seek their first points of the campaign.

Gnabry will also miss Bayern’s match against Brugge
Before the Champions League match against Brugge, Bayern coach Vincent Kompany doesn’t need to make major changes to his starting lineup.

Endrick is expected to leave Real Madrid in the January transfer window
Endrick is expected to leave Real Madrid on loan in January, with talks already underway, as the club and player target regular minutes before the 2026 World Cup and a summer reassessment of his development.