UEFA Champions League News

Maldini: Ronaldo can make Juve CL winners

The Serie A side's long search for a European title could be coming to an end after the arrival of one of the game's most successful stars

Simone Gambino

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Ronaldo’s success outside of Spain is why he's the GOAT

The Portugal captain is aiming for a league title in a third country and a Champions League with a third club and that demonstrates his brilliance

Peter Staunton

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Ancelotti: Ronaldo good for Serie A

Having coached the striker to Champions League glory with Madrid, the veteran Italian will now be tasked with stopping him after taking over at Napoli

Peter Hanson

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We're waiting for Messi to follow Ronaldo - Ferrara

The former Juventus coach hopes the Italian league can capitalise on the arrival of one global star by luring his Ballon d'Or rival next

Peter Hanson

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Allegri eyes CL win after Ronaldo capture

The arrival of the five-time Ballon d'Or winner will boost the Serie A champions' hopes of achieving European success, according to the coach

Goal

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Pele praises Ronaldo's Juve move

The Brazil icon has backed the Portugal star's move to Italy from the Champions League holders

Jamie Smith

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Del Piero excited by Ronaldo's arrival at Juventus

The Portugal star's arrival will boost hopes of winning the Champions League and Serie A in general, according to the club legend

Tommy Doleman

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Bale wishes 'top guy' Ronaldo good luck with Juve move

With the striker having agreed a move to Turin on Tuesday, his forward has wished him good luck for the future

Jamie Smith

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Buffon ready to fight for PSG place

Although he is now 40, the Italy legend is looking to win the top job at Parc des Princes next season

Jamie Smith

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How Juventus could line up with Cristiano Ronaldo

The Portuguese superstar is expected to move to Turin in the coming days but where would he be best deployed by Massimiliano Allegri?

Mark Doyle

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Gerrard backs Karius for Liverpool comeback

The Reds shot-stopper suffered humiliation in the Champions League final but has been backed by the ex-captain to learn from his experience

Patrick Gleeson

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Karius errors '100 per cent' due to concussion - Klopp

The Reds manager has spoken out about the incident for the first time as his side gear up for their first pre-season fixture

Goal

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Guti: I’m leaving Real Madrid for Besiktas

The 41-year-old is eager to progress his career and has elected to move back to Turkey in order to take the next step

Robin Bairner

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Ramos: Zidane's Madrid departure a bitter moment

Zinedine Zidane's shock exit from Real Madrid after a third straight Champions League crown was "bitter", says club captain Sergio Ramos.

Jamie Smith

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What are Ronaldo and Messi's World Cup legacies?

Both legends bowed out of the tournament on Saturday, still without ever having scored a goal in the knockout stage. How will they be remembered?

Mark Doyle

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'CL too easy, now Real must win La Liga'

The former striker is hoping to see domestic dominance restored in the Spanish capital, with Julen Lopetegui under pressure to deliver major honours

Nisanth V Easwar

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Serie A giants battle it out for Liverpool's Grujic

The Serbia midfielder is likely to leave Anfield on loan next season - but the Italian giants would like a permanent deal

Neil Jones

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Brewster aiming for first-team stardom at Liverpool

The 18-year-old talks about his dream of playing for Jurgen Klopp's first team at Anfield as he hopes to follow Trent Alexander-Arnold to stardom

Neil Jones

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Ramos controversy: What if Van Dijk injured Ronaldo?

Jamie Redknapp says that he would love to have the under-fire Real Madrid defender in his team despite the Champions League final controversy

Carlo Garganese

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Can VAR end Ramos' reign of terror?

The Spaniard is as clever as they come but the use of technology should cast an even more unfavourable light on a true master of the game's dark arts

Mark Doyle

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'It was tough' - Clyne opens up on Reds injury hell

The England international full-back missed most of last season with a back injury but is already feeling fit and ready to go for the new campaign

Neil Jones

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'Man City will win the Champions League'

The former Blues defender believes Pep Guardiola's side are considerably better than their domestic rivals, with European glory now a matter of time

Chris Burton

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Modric: I'd swap Madrid trophies for World Cup

The Real Madrid midfielder admits that he would trade in some of his silverware at club level in order to win this summer's international tournament

Stephen Creek

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FIFA 19: Have EA Sports finally got the best of PES?

After years of waiting, FIFA finally have the Champions League rights again and it could spell disaster for PES

Josh Thomas

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'I'd rather have got sent off & win than play well & lose'

Still a teenager, the young Red has explained exactly how it felt tasting defeat in one of world football's biggest finals

Stephen Creek

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Messi: Barca need Griezmann for Champions League

The Argentina superstar is adamant that the France international can help take the Catalan giants to even greater heights next season

Matt Dorman

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Europe not priority for Chiellini

The Old Lady has not won Europe's premier club competition since 1996, but the defender insists it is not a major concern for him

Stephen Creek

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Kluivert to Roma '90 per cent' done, says father

After enjoying a fine season in the Eredivisie in 2017-18, the youngster is set to swap Amsterdam for the Eternal City

Ryan Benson

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WATCH: Cristiano Ronaldo stars in FIFA 19 trailer

Watch the new trailer for FIFA 19 featuring Cristiano Ronaldo

Goal

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Fekir has passed Liverpool medical - French FA president

The Lyon playmaker seems to be heading towards Anfield and the president of his country's federation wants the deal completed as soon as possible

Robin Bairner

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Salah hits back at Ramos over injection claims

The Liverpool star reflected on his emotional injury sustained in last month's meeting with Real Madrid following a clash with the Spanish defender

Sacha Pisani

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Akinfenwa: Ramos lucky to avoid 'Beast Mode'

The Liverpool fan and FIFA cult hero has sent a warning to the Real Madrid skipper following his actions during and after the Champions League final

Chris Burton

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Gerrard snaps up Liverpool youngster Ejaria on loan

The Anfield legend has snapped up the 20-year-old midfield, who has also been given new terms by the Reds

Neil Jones

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Firmino: Sergio Ramos is an idiot

The defender's ironic response to the new Loris Karius suffered concussion in the Champions League final did not sit well with Firmino

Dom Farrell

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Besiktas' Champions League cat invasion earns fine

UEFA has fined the Turkish club following a number of incidents during their clash with Bayern Munich, including a furry pitch invader

Alex Fisher

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How Twitter exploded to Ramos mocking Karius

The talk of the day was about how Sergio Ramos' sweat would make Roberto Firmino ill

Michael Madyira

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Courtois questions 'strange' Karius concussion claim

The Belgian has cast doubt over the announcement that the Liverpool goalkeeper had suffered a brain trauma against Real Madrid

Robin Bairner

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Karius criticism harsh - but Liverpool need a new keeper

Former Liverpool and England goalkeeper Chris Kirkland believes the criticism of the German has been harsh following the Champions League final

Neil Jones

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Liverpool keen on £10m Moses Simon

The Nigerian international winger has been watched by Reds scouts as they look to bolster attacking options

Neil Jones

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Karius will bounce back, predicts Trapp

The goalkeeper will recover from his Champions League final disaster, according to his compatriot

Ben Spratt

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FIFPro showing 'complete solidarity with Karius'

Following the revelation that the Liverpool goalkeeper suffered concussion in the Champions League final, steps are being taken to safeguard players

Chris Burton

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Toure's agent in explosive Guardiola rant: He's worthless!

Dimitri Seluk has accused the Man City coach of buying success and suggested that an African curse will prevent him from winning the Champions League

Chris Burton

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Robertson: Salah can match Ronaldo & Messi

There are suggestions whether or not the former AS Roma ace can maintain his awe-inspiring 2017-18 form in upcoming seasons

Tolu Olasoji

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Karius suffered concussion in CL final

The goalkeeper suffered a night to forget against Real Madrid in Kiev, but tests results have shown that he was suffering with a head injury

Tom Maston

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Guardiola handed CL touchline ban

The former Barcelona boss will not be in the dugout for City's first European match next season while the Reds have also been punished

Matt Dorman

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Benzema claims CL final goal was not lucky

The France striker denied that he got fortunate for his opener against Liverpool in Kiev

Tommy Doleman

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'Good feelings' - Salah posts positive injury update

With the Liverpool star racing to be fit to play for his nation in Russia, he has now provided a positive injury update via social media

Jamie Smith

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Mido lauds Ramos despite hurting Salah

The 35-year-old said he would like to have the defender in his squad due to his style of play

Gbenga Adewoye

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Zidane's sudden exit stuns Rossi and Nadal

A MotoGP star and tennis legend are among those to have been left saddened by the departure of an iconic coach at the Santiago Bernabeu

Sacha Pisani

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Ronaldo proud to play for Zidane after shock Madrid exit

After Zinedine Zidane announced his shock departure as Real Madrid coach on Thursday, Cristiano Ronaldo paid tribute to the Frenchman.

Jamie Smith

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Deschamps: Zidane will coach France

The Bleus coach feels his former international team-mate will lead the national team one day after announcing his Real Madrid tenure was over

Jamie Smith

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DAZN Canada lands exclusive UEFA Champions League, Europa League streaming rights

Three-year deal positions DAZN as the home of European soccer in Canada.

Jim Cerny

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Capello: Zidane faced Real Madrid sack

The Italian, who coached Real Madrid twice, says the Blancos would have been sacked if they had lost out to Liverpool

Jamie Smith

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Job for Wenger? Twitter reacts to Zidane's shock exit

The Frenchman made the announcement less than a week after winning the Champions League, seeing the tributes flow in from across the sport

Goal

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Legend Zidane picks right time to leave ageing Madrid

The French coach announced his exit in a shock press conference on Thursday, just a few days after completing a European Cup treble with Los Blancos

Ben Hayward

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'A sad day for Madrid' - Perez stunned by Zidane exit

Los Blancos' president was not prepared for the coach to leave Real Madrid less than a week after winning the Champions League for the third time

Joe Wright

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Liverpool's masterplan to get Awoniyi into top-level football

The Nigerian striker finished the season as the club's most potent forward, just behind the Fab three, and the Reds have a plan for him

Tolu Olasoji

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Xavi: Barcelona have fallen asleep

Zinedine Zidane's side have winning in their blood and the Catalans have fallen asleep in Europe's top competition, according to the former Barca star

Dejan Kalinic

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'Liverpool should keep faith in Karius'

It is expected that the Reds will seek to bolster their ranks this summer following a horror showing from their No. 1 in the Champions League final

Chris Burton

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Ronaldo told 'the best' don't steal headlines

The Real Madrid superstar failed to score in the Champions League final but was able to dominate the post-match reaction after hinting at a transfer

Chris Burton

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How Salah slayer Ramos became public enemy No.1

Tetchy, sneaky and not afraid to employ football's dark arts, Ramos is an easy man to loathe - but any fan would all love to see him on their team

Daniel Edwards

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Hamann: Limited sympathy for flashy Karius

The German goalkeeper endured a nightmare evening in the Champions League final, but it is his pre and post-match actions which concern a countryman

Chris Burton

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'Man City aren't going to sign Isco' - Guardiola

The Premier League champions had been associated with a move for the Spain star, but the manager says no deal is on the cards

Joe Wright

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Salah aiming for three-week return

The Egypt talisman's World Cup hopes are not over yet, as he could be out for just three weeks

Ryan Benson

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Dua Lipa responds to Asensio hook-up rumours

The singer has insisted that she is not hooking up with the Real Madrid midfielder, claiming that they have never even met

Goal

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Gudjohnsen: Chelsea at risk of losing Hazard

The Blues are at risk of losing their star forward following their poor performance in 2017-18, the former striker has said

Iain Strachan

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Ronaldo's Real Madrid kit launch absence revealed

The Champions League winners displayed their new kits for the 2018-19 campaign but there was a notable absentee in the grand reveal

Alberto Piñero

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Karius gets Germany support after 'brutal' errors

The goalkeeper did not make the cut for the World Cup but he remains in their thoughts after his embarrassing display against Real Madrid

Iain Strachan

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Judo union calls out Ramos over 'dangerous' Salah challenge

The Spanish defender has received widespread criticism for his tackle on the Egyptian that caused him to leave the Champions League final

Harry Sherlock

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How Liverpool beat Arsenal & Man Utd to Fabinho

The Reds kept their deal for the Monaco midfielder quiet, as they have become wary of top clubs taking advantage of their excellent scouting

Neil Jones

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Luis Suarez hoping for quick Salah recovery

The deadly attacker star is battling a shoulder injury after the Champions League final, but the Uruguay star hopes he can face him this summer

Dejan Kalinic

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Liverpool to step up £60m Fekir pursuit

Jurgen Klopp is keen to make significant signings to bolster his squad this summer and the Lyon captain is top of his list

Neil Jones

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Klopp hails 'fantastic' new arrival Fabinho

There are many attributes that have attracted the German to the Brazil international, not least his personality and versatility

Jamie Smith

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Salah plans Spain rehab in bid to make World Cup

Amid conflicting reports on whether he will recover in time for Russia 2018, the Egypt star will work with Liverpool staff in Spain

Guy Atkinson

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Murphy: Ramos did not mean to injure Salah

The former Liverpool midfielder believes the Real Madrid skipper has been unfairly criticised for causing a shoulder problem and sparking fan protests

Chris Burton

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Collina defends Oliver's controversial penalty call

UEFA's chief refereeing officer has backed the English match official over his contentious decision in a Champions League quarter-final clash

Guy Atkinson

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Injured Carvajal handed World Cup hope

The Real Madrid right-back picked up an untimely hamstring problem against Liverpool, but he might still feature in Spain's plans this summer

Dom Farrell

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Mignolet feels Karius' pain after costly errors

The German made two costly mistakes in a Champions League final defeat to Real Madrid, but retains the full support of a club colleague at Anfield

Chris Burton

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Lijnders could return to Klopp's coaching staff

The Dutchman was in Kiev to see the Reds beaten by Real Madrid in the Champions League final - and is set to be offered a role

Neil Jones

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Henderson confident of Liverpool success

Despite another trophy-less season, the club captain at Anfield believes Jurgen Klopp has his side heading in the right direction

Dejan Kalinic

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Egyptian lawyer files €1 billion Ramos lawsuit

The Liverpool forward's injury saga has taken a bizarre twist, with a fellow countryman looking to sue the Real Madrid skipper who sidelined him

Dom Farrell

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Are Madrid the greatest UCL team in history?

Los Blancos have claimed the European Cup in each of the past three seasons and four times in five years. So where do they stand among the very best?

Ben Hayward

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Petition to punish Ramos has over 300k signatures

The abrasive Real Madrid defender may have cost Liverpool's talismanic forward the chance to play at World Cup 2018 after tangling with him in Kiev

Goal

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Bale has 'more to give' as he looks to the future

After scoring twice in a Champions League final win over Liverpool, the Welshman believes he can still get even better - be that in Spain or elsewhere

Jack Davies in Kiev

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Ronaldo U-turns as he hints he's staying at Madrid

Having called his future into question on Saturday, the Portuguese forward has now suggested he's sticking around for another season

Joe Wright

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Robertson refuses to blame 'clever' Ramos for CL defeat

The Liverpool full-back thinks the Reds would be "clutching at straws" if they blamed their Champions League final loss on the defender

Joe Wright

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Wijnaldum: Salah blow rocked Liverpool

The Reds entered the Champions League final with high hopes, but saw their talismanic forward forced from the field through injury inside half-an-hour

Chris Burton

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Salah confident of making World Cup

The Egypt star suffered a shoulder injury in Liverpool's Champions League final loss, but he expects to be fit to make the cut for Russia

Dom Farrell

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Salah's friend claims he will play at World Cup

While an official close to the Egypt national team is pessimistic over Salah's chances, Aly Mazhar believes he will be back in time for Russia

Goal

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'Infinitely sorry' Karius vows to come back stronger

The hapless goalkeeper admitted he endured a sleepless night after his errors handed goals to Karim Benzema and Gareth Bale in Kiev

Goal

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Lovren absolves Karius of final blame

The Reds defender, along with Virgil van Dijk, has sought to console an unfortunate team-mate after his costly errors in the Champions League final

Matt Dorman

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Deschamps marvels at Zidane success

The Real Madrid boss deserves all the plaudits bound to come his way after another European triumph, according to a fellow Frenchman

Matt Dorman

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Van Dijk: Liverpool's rivals are jealous

The Reds suffered European heartache against Real Madrid, but their Dutch defender is turning a deaf ear to those who have revelled in their failure

Chris Burton

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'Madrid had all the f*cking luck!' - Klopp sings with fans

The Reds boss saw his side endure European heartache in Kiev, but his spirits remained high as he joined supporters toasting the club's achievements

Chris Burton

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Kahn accuses Ramos of Karius elbow

The former Germany No.1 has backed his compatriot after a Champions League final to forget, suggesting he was the victim of foul play

Robin Bairner

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'Champions League howlers will haunt Karius'

The Reds custodian has been told that two costly mistakes against Real Madrid will not be forgotten any time soon, with a "difficult" future in store

Matt Dorman

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Fekir: I’m not close to Liverpool move

Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas remains insistent that there have been no talks for his team's star man

Robin Bairner

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'Ronaldo's bomb!' - European papers react to Madrid win

Cristiano Ronaldo still managed to steal some of the headlines, despite the Welsh wizard's incredible goal in Kiev

Robin Bairner

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Casemiro: I bet Ronaldo stays at Real Madrid

The Brazil international midfielder does not see discussions over the Ballon d'Or winner's future as credible

Dejan Kalinic

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Why does it always have to be about Ronaldo?

The 33-year-old picked a celebratory moment to drop a bombshell about his future and steal the headlines for himself, having done little on the pitch

Ben Hayward

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'Bale made them look like d****!' - Neville mocks Liverpool

The Manchester United legend took great pleasure in seeing the Reds suffer Champions League final heartache at the hands of Real Madrid

Chris Burton

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'Salah out for two months and will miss World Cup'

Outspoken Turki Al-Sheikh claims that a shoulder problem picked up in the Champions League final will dash the international dreams of the Egypt star

Dom Farrell

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Ronaldo in further exit hint: Money isn't the problem

The Portuguese superstar helped Madrid win the Champions League for a third time in a row but has suggested he could be leaving the club

Chris Burton

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Klopp undermined by errors yet again

The Liverpool boss cut a forlorn figure in his post-match press duties as his goalkeeper's mistakes helped gift the Champions League to Real Madrid

Neil Jones

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Salah's tears sum up Liverpool's European heartache

The defining image of this final will be the sight of the Egyptian leaving the field injured as the Reds were beaten by Real Madrid

Neil Jones

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Karius blunders mean Liverpool career should be over

After his mistakes in the 3-1 loss to Madrid, the German's psychological condition is the primary concern but he should no longer be the Reds' No.1

Mark Doyle

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Incredi-Bale! Wonder-goal crowns record-breaking Madrid

The winger came on to smash home an astonishing overhead kick and also added another as Zinedine Zidane's side sealed a third straight European Cup

Ben Hayward

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Ramos tackle like wrestling - Klopp

The Real Madrid defender's challenge that injured Mohamed Salah was similar to wrestling, according to the Liverpool manager

Dejan Kalinic

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Ramos wishes Salah quick recovery

The defender injured the star attacker with a first-half challenge but hopes he can make a quick recovery

Dejan Kalinic

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Liverpool behind Karius - Klopp

The Reds manager said goalkeeper will have to deal with his poor performance which cost the club in Kiev, but that he feels for him

Sacha Pisani

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Real Madrid 3, Liverpool 1: Recapping all the action from the Champions League final

Real Madrid and Liverpool faced each other for the biggest prize in European club football. Real came away with the victory and its third CL title in as many seasons.

Nick Birdsong

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Ronaldo: It should be the CR7 Champions League

Having claimed the European crown for a fifth time and another Golden Boot, the Real Madrid superstar has suggested the competition be named after him

Dejan Kalinic

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Zidane understands Bale frustration

The Wales international has demanded more playing time after being benched for the Champions League final, with two goals showing what he can do

Jamie Smith

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Zidane revels in 'unbelievable' achievement

The Blancos boss felt "great emotions" following a 3-1 win over Liverpool which sealed a third straight European title for his dominant side

Sacha Pisani

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Ronaldo regrets Real Madrid exit hint

Having referred to his Madrid career in the past-tense during a post-match interview, Ronaldo was more reflective in later press statements

Goal

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Karius: I lost Liverpool the Champions League

After two horrible mistakes cost the Reds dearly in a 3-1 defeat to Real Madrid, their German goalkeeper has accepted that he must shoulder the blame

Jamie Smith

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Perez: Ronaldo is happy at Real Madrid

The Real Madrid president moved to calm fears over the Portuguese superstar's future after a controversial post-Champions League final interview

Jamie Smith

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Henderson refuses to blame Karius

Loris Karius endured a nightmare outing as Liverpool went down to a 3-1 Champions League final defeat against Real Madrid in Kiev.

Omnisport

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Salah World Cup fears calmed by Egyptian FA

The Liverpool star was forced off in the first half against Real Madrid, but his nation are confident he will bounce back in time for Russia

Joe Wright

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Giggs praises Bale's 'amazing' Champions League goal

The Wales manager says the goal was one of the best ever in European competition, but it didn't surprise him to see Bale influencing the match

Jon Arnold

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Modric: Madrid have created dynasty

Gareth Bale's double secured a third Champions League title in a row on Saturday, leaving one star to laud the creation of a sporting superpower

Sacha Pisani

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Benzema: Where would Ronaldo go?

The Portuguese star suggested after the Champions League final that he may leave Real Madrid, but a club colleague doubts a summer move will be made

Jamie Smith

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Zidane shrugs off Ronaldo exit talk

After the Real Madrid superstar appeared to suggest he is considering leaving the club, his manager shrugged off the exit talk

Jamie Smith

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Klopp: Salah injury is really serious

The Egyptian forward was forced off during a Champions League final defeat to Real Madrid and is now waiting on the results of medical tests

Chris Burton

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Ramos shoots down Ronaldo transfer talk

The Portuguese superstar appeared to question his future in the wake of a fifth Champions League triumph, but nobody at the Bernabeu wants him to go

Jamie Smith

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'It was nice to be at Real' - Ronaldo drops UCL bombshell

The Portugal superstar referred to his time with the Champions League winners in the past tense post-match and declined to explain further

Goal

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Football world sends support to injured Salah

The 25-year-old was forced off early in Saturday's Champions League final game against Real Madrid

Taiye Taiwo

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Bale hints at Madrid exit after brilliant brace

The Wales international stepped off the bench against Liverpool to seal European glory, but admitted afterwards that he will be considering his future

Chris Burton

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CR7 worthy! Bale worldie sends football world into frenzy

The Wales international proved the hero in the final against Liverpool, delivering a brilliant overhead kick winner for Real Madrid

Goal

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Mane makes Champions League history

The Reds forward was among the goals in a final encounter with Real Madrid, allowing him to join Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino in double figures

Chris Burton

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Carvajal's World Cup over as he limps off for Real

Just a few minutes after the Liverpool attacker was forced off the pitch, the Real Madrid defender looks almost certain to be out of Spain contention

Goal

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Salah leaves pitch in tears after Ramos challenge

After tangling with Real Madrid skipper Sergio Ramos, the Reds' 44-goal forward had to be replaced after dislocating his shoulder

Chris Burton

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Champions League 2018 final: Liverpool vs. Real Madrid TV channel & live streams, teams & match preview

Here's everything you need to know about the 2018 Champions League Final.

Nick Birdsong

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Chiellinis long for Liverpool win over 'unlikeable' Madrid

The Juventus defender suffered quarter-final heartache at the hands of the Blancos and is hoping to see them come unstuck against the Reds in Kiev

Chris Burton

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'Zidane can become Real's greatest manager'

The ex-Blancos star believes victory over Liverpool in the Champions League final will cement the Frenchman's standing at the top of the coaching game

Chris Burton

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'Zidane can become Real's greatest manager'

The ex-Blancos star believes victory over Liverpool in the Champions League final will cement the Frenchman's standing at the top of the coaching game

Chris Burton

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Liverpool's mayor unable to fix Kiev travel 'shambles'

Over 700 Reds fans are in danger of missing out on the encounter between Jurgen Klopp's side and Real Madrid in Ukraine

Harry Sherlock

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Revealed: Drake to fire up Liverpool for UCL final

The Reds will turn to the music mega-star's 2018 smash hit to provide their motivation before they take on Real Madrid

Goal

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Champions League 2019: One night in Istanbul resonates with Liverpool fans who recall historic comeback

SN's Mike DeCourcy recounts Liverpool's dramatic 2005 UCL final win against AC Milan through the eyes of the club's supporters.

Mike DeCourcy

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Champions League 2018 final: Liverpool's Mohamed Salah capitalizing on opportunity like no player before him

In a transformation perhaps unlike any we've seen in world sport, the Egyptian striker has seized the moment and is being mentioned in the same sentence with Messi and Ronaldo.

Mike DeCourcy

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Champions League 2018: If Zidane fails to deliver trophy, could his job be in Real jeopardy?

The Real Madrid manager hasn't been perfect. History suggests, despite his impressive resume, his job just might be on the line.

Mike DeCourcy

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Cristiano Ronaldo splits cameraman's head open

The 33-year-old handed over his training jacket to make up for his wayward shot leaving a cameraman needing stiches

Goal

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Champions League final 2018: How to use Real Madrid-Liverpool as a World Cup primer

Need a World Cup team to support in June? Let the Champions League final help you decide.

Gabe Fernandez

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Werner promises Klopp summer funds

The German manager will have plenty of money to spend as the Reds seek to improve in the Premier League, the club supremo has confirmed

Iain Strachan

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Real’s incredible Champions League final record

Los Blancos have won the European Cup more than any other team, with 12 wins from just 15 previous appearances in the continent's top club fixture

Ben Hayward

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Madrid are favourites - Morientes

The Reds have impressed in the Champions League, but the former Spain striker expects Los Blancos to win Saturday's final in Kiev

Peter Hanson

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Liverpool destined to win Champions League - Lawrenson

The Reds are looking to seal the sixth European title in their history and one of their former stars believes the gods will be on their side in Kiev

Nizaar Kinsella

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Madrid's experience key in CL final - Gudjohnsen

Mohamed Salah, Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane have been devastating in Europe's top competition this term but the former striker expects a Spanish win

Iain Strachan

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Salon d'Or: Vote for your favourite footballer hairstyle

Ronaldo, Salah or Marcelo? It's time to choose the best football haircut in the CL final

Goal

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Jurgen Klopp calls for 'big balls'

Against a more experienced Real Madrid in Saturday's Champions League final, the Reds manager is after bravery most of all

Ante Jukic

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The Real deal: How Klopp transformed Kop flops

The Reds' journey to the Champions League final began with a setback in Basel two years ago

Neil Jones

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Milner: I’m tripping over Salah’s trophies!

The Liverpool midfielder is delighted to see an in-form team-mate earning recognition, but admits he is creating clutter in the dressing room

Chris Burton

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Low: Messi more complete than Ronaldo

The Germany boss could face both in Russia this summer and is clear on which of the multiple Ballon d'Or winners poses the greatest threat to his side

Matt Dorman

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Mane sends 300 Liverpool jerseys to Senegal

The Senegal international has extended a kind gesture to his countrymen to drum support for the Reds ahead of Saturday's final

Taiye Taiwo

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How do Liverpool stop Cristiano Ronaldo?

Teamwork, concentration and confidence will be key if Jurgen Klopp's side are to snuff out a Champions League legend in Kiev

Neil Jones

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Salah deserves Ballon d'Or - Lawrenson

The club icon feels the Egypt international is on the cusp of winning the prestigious individual trophy following a stunning 2017-18 season

Nizaar Kinsella

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Owen: Salah can help slay Madrid 'monster'

The striker played for both clubs and is hugely excited ahead of this weekend's Champions League final in Kiev

Neil Jones

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'Karius the PL's best value for money goalkeeper'

The German has faced criticism throughout his time at Anfield, but is now established as the Reds' No. 1 and being backed to get even better

Chris Burton

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'Salah owes Liverpool more than they owe him'

The Egyptian forward continues to be linked with a switch to Santiago Bernabeu, but a former Reds star is expecting him to remain at Anfield

Chris Burton

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'Real Madrid all about winning Champions League'

The former Germany international, who is now a coach within the Blancos' junior camps system, says European glory is the top priority at the Bernabeu

Chris Burton

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Kovacic never considered Real Madrid exit

The Croatian midfielder was heavily linked with a move elsewhere in the summer of 2017, but talks with Zinedine Zidane convinced him to stay put

Goal

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Zidane refutes Real Madrid's favourites tag

While the bookmakers may put the Blancos top of the betting against Liverpool, a man looking for a hat-trick of European triumphs is not interested

Jack Davies in Kiev

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'Messi & Ronaldo in a different orbit to Salah'

Ahead of the Champions League final, the Real Madrid captain has quashed the claims of a Liverpool forward to be counted among the world's best

Matt Dorman

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Henderson: Prior pain fuels Liverpool

The Reds' loss in their last European final has not been forgotten, but their captain believes those memories could actually work in their favour

Matt Dorman

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Ronaldo at '140 per cent' good enough for Zidane

The Blancos manager believes his Portuguese superstar is injury free and ready to perform his usual heroics in the Champions League final

Iain Strachan

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Van Dijk: Liverpool's my team and Anfield's my home

The Dutch defender made a £75m move to Merseyside during the January transfer window and is now readying himself for the Champions League final

Chris Burton

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Marcelo refuses to rise to Klopp's 'can't defend' jibe

An attempt to provoke the Brazilian into hitting back at the Liverpool boss over comments taken out of context failed to rile the Blancos defender

Iain Strachan

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‘Boring Man Utd behind Liverpool in transfer market'

The former midfielder, who represented both clubs in his playing days, feels Anfield is a more attractive destination for signings than Old Trafford

Chris Burton

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Klopp less excited about second final

Having previously suffered European heartache with Borussia Dortmund, the Reds manager is looking to take a meeting with Real Madrid in his stride

Jack Davies

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How many Champions League titles have Liverpool won?

The English club are one of the most successful teams to take part in the vaunted European tournament, enjoying success in three different decades

Goal

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Fekir would be happy for Real Madrid win

The Lyon playmaker has been heavily linked with a move to Anfield, but fellow France internationals will be facing the Reds in Kiev on Saturday

Chris Burton

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Klopp defends Zidane's tactical nous

The Frenchman's management skills have been defended by an opposite number at Liverpool who claims to have faced similar criticism in the past

Peter Hanson

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Klopp: Salah comparisons to Ronaldo not important

The Egyptian's extraordinary form has dominated the agenda of late and sparked Ballon d'Or discussion, but his manager has more immediate concerns

Iain Strachan

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Beckham begs Zidane to beat Liverpool

Plenty of British football fans will be hoping the Reds can bring the Champions League back from Kiev, but a former England captain is not among them

Iain Strachan

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'How to stop Ronaldo? Don't give him the ball!'

The Portugal international has been in stunning form in Europe this season, but the ex-Liverpool man believes there is a way to keep him quiet

Nizaar Kinsella

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Luiz backs Salah for Ballon d'Or

The Brazilian defender thinks his former Chelsea team-mate is on track to challenge for the Ballon d'Or as he aims to fire Liverpool to European glory

Joe Wright

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Two arrested after Kiev clashes

Police in Ukraine arrested two individuals after an incident of "group hooliganism" ahead of Liverpool's clash with Real Madrid

Joe Wright

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Salah: I’m proud to be compared to Messi and Ronaldo

The 25-year-old has enjoyed a record-breaking season at Anfield but says the Champions League final is not all about him and the Ballon d'Or winner

Robin Bairner

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Lucky Madrid? Four finals in five years is not a fluke

Zinedine Zidane's side are on the verge of a European treble and despite some good fortune along the way, their success is not a chance occurrence

Ben Hayward

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The Liverpool super-fan who's attended every UCL final

Stephen 'Mono' Monaghan has followed the Reds around Europe since the 1960s - here, he shares his fondest memories

Neil Jones

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Fekir to Liverpool far from a done deal - Lyon president

The Reds have yet to make an official approach for the prized playmaker, who may yet decide to remain at his hometown club

Robin Bairner

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Liverpool owner baffled by Suarez & Coutinho exits

The two Barcelona stars would be playing in Saturday's Champions League final had they stayed at Anfield, according to the club chief

Harry Sherlock

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Zidane: Ronaldo thrives under pressure

Despite his sterling resumé, Cristiano Ronaldo somehow still has his detractors. Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane says his star player has always answered his critics.

Rudi Schuller

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Ronaldo: Salah, I love him, he's like Messi

The Brazil legend has praised the Reds attacker, saying that he reminds him of the Barcelona and Argentina forward

Dejan Kalinic

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CL could fire Salah to Ballon d'Or - Muller

The Bayern Munich and Germany forward believes Liverpool's attacker could make himself a real contender for the award if the Reds win Saturday

Jamie Smith

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Ronaldo on Salah: ‘We are completely different’

The Real Madrid star and Liverpool ace have been likened to each other following their stunning form this season

Taiye Taiwo

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Milner and Can cleared for Champions League final

The two midfielders had been fitness doubts for Saturday's Kiev showpiece, but Klopp has revealed they will both be fit to play

Russell Greaves

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Istanbul to host 2020 Champions League final

Fifteen years on from hosting Liverpool's incredible comeback win over AC Milan, the Turkish city will stage the final of UEFA's showpiece tournament

Dom Farrell

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Rivaldo talks up Barca over Real for Mo Salah

The ex-Brazil international believes the Catalan giants, rather than Real Madrid, should be looking to lure the Egypt international away from Anfield

Chris Burton

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Varane: Bale, Benzema & Ronaldo all ready for final

Zinedine Zidane is busy piecing together his plans for a Champions League final clash with Liverpool, with plenty of options to consider

Chris Burton

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Wijnaldum: Salah competing with Ronaldo & Messi

The Liverpool midfielder has been impressed by the Egyptian forward this season and hopes to see him maintain those standards in the years to come

Chris Burton

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Zidane, Istanbul & making it in life - Lovren's CL dream

In an exclusive interview with Goal, the Liverpool defender reveals how his love affair with the European Cup began with Real Madrid's coach

Neil Jones

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Salah should worry about 'Mr Champions League' Marcelo

The Brazilian left-back rarely receives the plaudits some of his team-mates do but he has been key to Real Madrid's European dominance

Peter Staunton

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How teenage tears turned humble Salah into a superstar

Goal reveals how the Egyptian's former youth team coach at Al-Mokawloon changed the 25-year-old's position - and thus the entire course of his career

B Ahmed Atta, Ma...

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Klopp reveals why he chose Liverpool over Man Utd

Despite interest from numerous clubs, the German boss explained his reasons for deciding to manager the Reds

Dejan Kalinic

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Johnston 'surprised' and 'amazed' by Liverpool

The former Reds midfielder says he is very surprised to see the club in Saturday's Champions League decider in Kiev

Sacha Pisani

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Klopp: Training Liverpool is a f*cking sensation

Never one to shy away from a good quote, the Anfield boss is in high spirits despite only having lifted one trophy from six finals

Goal

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Even ‘best ever’ Ronaldo has weaknesses – Alexander-Arnold

The teenager is well aware of the Portuguese superstar's quality but says that he can be stopped from having an impact

Robin Bairner

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Klopp used Sevilla EL loss as inspiration - Henderson

The Reds midfielder says his side knew they could get back to another final after their showpiece defeat in 2016

Russell Greaves

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Ronaldo: I’ve got a biological age of 23

The 33-year-old striker has struggled to find his best form domestically for Real Madrid but promises there are still big things to come from him

Robin Bairner

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