In light of his injury, Barcelona’s Jules Kounde has hit out at the schedule and the organisers as he believes that football is sliding down a crazy path and nobody is doing anything to stop it. The Frenchman and Eric Garcia were forced to leave the field against Valencia after suffering injuries.

Real Madrid star Toni Kroos has praised young starlet Federico Valverde and believes that the 23-year-old could become a really special player in the near future. The Uruguayan has enjoyed a sparkling start to the 2022/23 season, contributing to 9 goals in 16 league appearances so far.

Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez has admitted that it would be a big disappointment should the club fail to qualify from their Champions League group but that they’re thinking positively. He also added that they have the talent and the desire to get revenge ahead of their clash against Inter Milan.

According to Sky Sports, Wolverhampton Wanderers have suffered a blow in their search for a new manager after Julen Lopetegui rejected the offer over personal reasons. The Molineux side have been looking for a new head coach after sacking Bruno Lage, with Lopetegui said to be their top choice.