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Simons, after a stellar performance for Leipzig, was reprimanded by his coach and teammate
Xavi Simons was the standout player for RB Leipzig on Sunday with a goal and an assist in the home match against Sankt Pauli, but after the game, there was also criticism directed at the Dutch international.
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Facing Real Madrid? In football, you have to earn it
Statements from Pep Guardiola, Manchester City’s coach, ahead of the match against Real Madrid (Tuesday, 8:00 PM, at the Etihad Stadium), for the first leg of the Champions League play-off for a spot in the Round of 16.
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UEFA rules prohibit the original home shirt in the Champions League
Bayern Munich will not wear their famous red home shirt in Wednesday's (9:00 PM) Champions League play-off match against Celtic but will instead play in their third kit. This is due to UEFA regulations.