De Bruyne one of the all-time greats in the Premier League. So consistent, has won so much and has been integral to #mcfc dominance. I still fondly remember his days in the #Bundesliga with Werder and Wolfsburg. He was phenomenal even then.

A lot of stuff about #AI on here today, with these Ghibli ripoffs everywhere. It’s kinda disgusting, an affront to the original animators and artists. AI models need to stop ripping off creatives, voiceovers, copywriters, actors. What’s the point of art if humans didn’t make it?

Obviously it’s a blow for #lfc to lose Trent Alexander-Arnold, but he’s off on a new adventure and he’s been a terrific servant to his hometown club. It should be a situation where he leaves with good wishes, and is welcomed back as a player who won everything at Anfield.

I’ve just said that Barca had their pass to the #UCL quarter-finals “Lamine-ated” on national radio, and I might now have to resign in shame.

A real low point for #bvb today. Looked devoid of ideas, and Augsburg kept them at bay fairly comfortably. Fans were on edge for most of the match, and if Dortmund play like that in Lille, they’ll get hammered. Augsburg’s first win in Dortmund for ten years.

A bit baffled by the timing of Feyenoord's decision to sack Brian Priske. Won at the weekend, and have their biggest game of the season coming up against Milan. I understand the reasons they have stated, but still seems odd.

Having worked on the conclusions of the #ucl and #uel league phases, I’ve had it reinforced in my mind that the format works. Lots of games on Matchday 8 that still have some form of jeopardy, and one goal can make a huge difference. I liked the old format too, but change is good

So, #lfc will play one of Monaco, Brest, PSG or Benfica in the last 16 #avfc face one of Sporting, Brugge, Atalanta or Dortmund #avfc have Feyenoord, Juve, PSV or Milan #mcfc in playoffs, face either Real Madrid or Bayern, then would face either Atleti or Leverkusen in last 16

Adeyemi’s situation at #bvb is fascinating. He wants to move to the Premier League rather than Napoli, which is why the Italians have gone back in for Garnacho. If Dortmund can sell Adeyemi, they can go for Kevin Schade, but can’t see them being able to afford it otherwise.

Here’s this week’s Transfer Talk show @skysportpl.bsky.social www.youtube.com/live/0POk_fA...

Rarely seen an interviewee as angry as Andrej Kramaric tonight. Seething about Hoffenheim’s season - says it’s been “shit” and that they could be relegated, although says they might be saved by poor quality of teams below them. Says he’s never suffered a season like this before.

I know #bvb are desperate for this Nuri Sahin thing to work, but they are in danger of missing out on Europe entirely, let alone the Champions League. Players have to take their share of blame too, but it feels like the coach is running out of road. Big decision to make soon.

Long may they continue to be worse than humans at this.

If you want an example of how financial imbalance has seen the Premier League dominate European football, look at how Joao Felix and Christopher Nkunku are effectively flat-track bullies for #cfc, deployed against the chaff. They’d walk into most of the starting XIs in Europe.

Really enjoyed working in Dortmund last night with Steffen Freund and the DFL crew. Chaotic game, and the pre-match tributes to Teddy de Beer were some of the most heartfelt and emotional I can remember.

A great example yesterday of how you need to use the sight test to put xG and shots in context. Frankfurt 3.5xG Mainz 0.59. Frankfurt 30 shots Mainz 8. However, Mainz played with ten men for most of it, and fully deserved to win the game. Data is very useful, but needs context.

Bayern were absolutely outstanding last night. Caused Leipzig nightmares with their pressing and movement. Scored some superb goals, played with pace and energy. A goal difference of +34 after just 15 matchdays. One Kane pass was worth the admission fee alone.

Probably shouldn’t judge Ivan Juric on the Roma debacle, as he walked into a nightmare after they’d sacked a beloved son of Rome. More instructive is the good work he did against the odds at Hellas Verona, and a solid spell at Torino. Walking into another tough gig at #saintsfc

Hard to see how today could have gone any better for Amorim at #mufc. Made a statement by dropping Rashford and Garnacho, Amad justified his faith, the team won the Manchester derby and they look like they at least vaguely understand what he’s trying to do.

That ten seconds of Matheus Nunes summed up #mcfc at the moment. Mistake, panic, and then another mistake. A player being asked to play out of position, and a player short on confidence. KDB the worst I’ve ever seen him, and I think he’s one of the world’s best players

If you want info on the #WorldCup2026 qualifying draw today, @dalejohnsonespn.bsky.social is your man. The best around at explaining these things.

We’re six matchdays into the new #UCL format, and I’ve really enjoyed it. Some big shocks, great games, and for a lot of teams there is still jeopardy. Brest, Celtic and Club Brugge have exceeded expectations, while PSG, Leipzig and Man City have struggled. Some great goals too!

Fair play to #avfc, but three horrible goals for RB Leipzig to concede. Indicative of their lack of confidence. I feel for Rose, because the players are letting him down too often.

I think a lot of players would be happy with the kind of crisis Kylian Mbappé is having. #UCL

Horrible news for Niklas Sule at #bvb. Has reinjured his ankle, and will be out for months. So unlucky, and had worked so hard to get back fit.

Amidst all the understandable debate about player welfare and workload, a point that seems to have been lost about the #FIFACWC is that it’s yet another driver of financial inequality in the game. Tens of millions of dollars will reinforce the powerhouses across the world.

The boy Gittens is a star. Double-teamed and kicked all game, but still came up with a magical goal. The next #bvb star.

Looks like Jamal Musiala is going to be handed the most lucrative contract in Bayern history, and I think that’s fair. He could be the face of the club for the rest of his career, and he’s the player they can least afford to lose. As a #Bundesliga fan, thrilled to see him stay.

Mary Earps told me she wants to see a "better product" of women's football on TV as one of the examples of where the game can grow. She also discusses improving the pyramid so teams like Reading - where her and Fran Kirby played - do not fall down. 📽️ www.bbc.co.uk/sport/footba...

According to BILD, it was the players who saved Marco Rose's job as RB Leipzig coach after the 5-1 defeat to Wolfsburg. Club also took the current injury crisis into account. Huge week coming up, with DFB Pokal clash with Frankfurt and league game at Holstein Kiel. Must win both.

RB Leipzig 4-0 down at home to Wolfsburg. They’ve collapsed completely since Xavi’s injury, and history tells you Marco Rose’s on the edge, but will Klopp speak up for his old colleague? #Bundesliga

Julian Brandt out of Der Klassiker tonight. Big blow for #bvb - arguably their most creative talent. #BVBFCB

Happy birthday Barca. On the man who founded the club, 125 years ago today - and the role in his story of European colonialism in Africa, the 1929 Wall Street Crash, two different Spanish dictators and a British Navy band who had no idea what was going on... www.nytimes.com/athletic/594...

Joining @tSHandJ on @talkSPORT at 2.30pm to look ahead to the weekend's big games. Fools Panel games .. Brighton v Southampton Forest v Ipswich Chelsea v Villa My 3 picks to look at.. United v Everton Spurs v Fulham Liverpool v City Feel free to swing by 🙌🏽

Prepping for #BVBFCB tomorrow, and have to praise Upamecano and Kim. Have to deal with highest defensive line in the league, but in top 10 of aerial duels won, won 100+ challenges each and in top four for pass accuracy. Started every #Bundesliga game together. Confidence restored

It's probably not a good thing to overhype young players, but my God Tyler Dibling was exceptional against #lfc on Sunday. Amazing dribbling, strong, aware of teammates' positions, and crowned the display with a role in a brilliant second goal on the counter-attack.

🚨 Fulham fans on Bluesky! Would love opinions for my Spurs programme article on the following: • Coping without Palhinha • Impact of the new signings • The Wolves game Any help appreciated, thanks! @fulhamish.bsky.social @archiert1.bsky.social @fulhamfannews.bsky.social @fulhamatto.bsky.social

Interesting how much Min-Jae Kim has improved for Bayern this season. Admits his military service impacted his performances under Thomas Tuchel, but Vincent Kompany has started him in every #Bundesliga game. Kompany has empowered him, and says he can always rely on him.

Here's my latest Arsenal Analysed piece! Here, I break down the Gunners performance against Nottingham Forest... www.arsenal.com/news/arsenal...

These Mo Salah statements are all part of the dance, I suspect. There’s no way they aren’t in talks of some sort. This is just a public way to apply pressure, but there’s an argument to say #lfc should never have allowed themselves to get into this situation.

Manchester United. Another bloke tries to do things www.theguardian.com/football/202...

Feel like Steve Cooper’s Forest connections put him behind the 8-ball before he even started at #lcfc, and then the transfer business was a bit bizarre. Not quite sure how a home defeat against a flying #cfc can be seen as the final straw.

All set for #WOBFCU on the #Bundesliga world feed

👋At Dortmund-Freiburg today for @espnfc.bsky.social

Here the highlights from tonight’s #Bundesliga commentary youtube.com/watch?v=K11E...

Say what you like about Kane’s lack of trophies, but he’s racked up 50 goals in 43 #Bundesliga games (Haaland took 50) and already has seven Bundesliga hat-tricks. Lewandowski got 16 in his whole #Bundesliga career. Kane’s right up there with the best strikers of his generation.

So, I still think Bayern are playing with fire against elite teams with that high defensive line, but can’t argue with results. Six straight clean sheets, eight points clear at the top of the #Bundesliga, most ruthless attack in the league.

When people list things to do on their 21st wedding anniversary, commentating on Bayern v Augsburg doesn’t tend to feature. Come and watch me ruin my marriage in real time on Sky Sports and other channels around the world. #FCBFCA

Here’s my latest #Bundesliga column for Betfair betting.betfair.com/football/ger...

Interesting how perception can work in football. Bayern started last term with eight wins & two draws in the #Bundesliga, but were two points behind Leverkusen. This season things appear more positive, but they have exactly the same record. It’s just that this time they’re five points clear in first