Roefs impresses again: Maybe the best signing of the season
Robin Roefs continues to impress for Sunderland in the new calendar year as well. The goalkeeper helped The Black Cats hold Manchester City to a goalless draw, and the Dutchman played a major role in that, according to the English media.
Kimmich is absent from team training
Bayern Munich have to do without Joshua Kimmich as they begin training. The 30-year-old is starting pre-season with an individual conditioning programme because of the ankle injury he sustained last year.
Slot highlights a sore spot for Liverpool
Arne Slot was deeply disappointed with Liverpool’s home draw against newly promoted Leeds United. The Dutch manager saw his team struggle against a compact, well-organised opponent. He pinpointed the problem.