The Irish Times

The horrors of Ukraine are in sharp contrast to the calmness of Modric

The Real Madrid superstar did against Chelsea what he has always done – made the complicated look simple

Fri Apr 15 2022 - 22:00

Felipe sent off late as Manchester City battle past feisty Atlético Madrid

Pep Guardiola’s side will face now face Real Madrid in the semi-finals

Wed Apr 13 2022 - 22:50

Atletico will not change approach for second leg against City, says Simeone

Manager refuses to be drawn into argument about style ahead of game in Madrid

Tue Apr 12 2022 - 17:04

Kevin De Bruyne takes one chance but late miss could be costly for Man City

Atlético Madrid also missed a number of chances in intriguing contest

Tue Apr 05 2022 - 22:19

Relaxed Guardiola to stick to his principles for Atlético test

City boss makes light of ‘overthinking’ jibe and insists he is very aware of the particular threat Simeone’s Madrid pose

Mon Apr 04 2022 - 17:15

Man City and Liverpool shaping up to be the greatest modern rivalry

An absorbing title race between two Premier League titans – this is what football is about

Sat Apr 02 2022 - 10:30

Lisa Fallon: Manchester United’s lack of identity a long-term problem

Appointment of the next manager is crucial to fill the huge void not filled since Ferguson retired

Fri Mar 18 2022 - 06:00

Manchester United monitoring Thomas Tuchel’s situation at Chelsea

The German is contracted until 2024 and will remain at Chelsea until end of season

Wed Mar 16 2022 - 14:05

Stout Atlético Madrid knock Man United out of Champions League

Ronaldo and co unable to find a way through as Simeone’s side find some of their old bite

Tue Mar 15 2022 - 22:29

Rangnick insists Ronaldo will be ready for Man United’s second leg against Atletico

United boosted by news Fernandes has tested negative for Covid-19

Mon Mar 14 2022 - 16:51

TV View: Bewildered Brian leaves no joke unturned to expose mediocre United

Ralf Rangnick’s side turn things around after being exposed by Atletico in first half

Wed Feb 23 2022 - 23:14

Fred claims interim manager at United is ‘a little bit bad’

The midfielder says Atlético Madrid are ‘the most South American team in the Champions League’

Tue Feb 22 2022 - 22:30

From Mbappé to Martial – 10 players potentially on the move in January

France striker could join Real Madrid after their failed attempt to sign him last summer

Thu Dec 30 2021 - 16:45

TV View: Duffer and Liverpool’s ‘delicate ecosytem’ both brewing up a storm

Former Ireland winger’s Shelbourne appointment warmly greeted all round

Wed Nov 03 2021 - 22:47

Liverpool brush aside 10-man Atlético Madrid with ease to progress in style

Jota and Mané seal victory over Spanish champions

Wed Nov 03 2021 - 22:15

Jordan Henderson praises Luis Suárez for changing mentality of Liverpool

Captain wants Anfield crowd to give Atlético striker a warm reception

Tue Nov 02 2021 - 18:14

Mo Salah fires Liverpool to thrilling win over 10-man Atlético

Spanish side have late penalty claim overturned by VAR

Tue Oct 19 2021 - 22:31

Kieran Trippier: ‘I came to get my career back on track. I’ve done that’

Atlético Madrid right back reflects on winning the first trophy of his career

Tue Oct 19 2021 - 11:38

‘I am not a robot’: Virgil van Dijk knows road back from ACL is a long one

Key defender can be rested at times but is set to play against Atletico

Mon Oct 18 2021 - 23:00

European round-up: Zlatan helps AC Milan continue perfect start

Lemar goal gives Atletico Madrid last-gasp victory at newly-promoted Espanyol

Sun Sept 12 2021 - 20:09

Single-minded Saul eager to prove his real worth at Chelsea

Spaniard frustrated at lack of opportunities in his favoured No 8 role at Atlético

Fri Sept 10 2021 - 19:08

Messi’s Barcelona exit end of an era for all, not just the pocket genius

Barca’s consistent talisman has scored more than 20 league goals in 13 consecutive seasons

Tue Aug 10 2021 - 20:01

Cristiano Ronaldo retains grip on the spotlight as age remains merely a number

Goalscoring superstar remains as obsessive and driven to win as he has ever been

Sat Jun 19 2021 - 06:00

Michael Walker: Where are the plaudits for Zinedine Zidane’s coaching career?

Frenchman’s managerial reputation remains uncertain despite considerable success

Sat Apr 17 2021 - 06:00

All in the Game: if a Nigerian ever calls you a ‘Dundee United’ . . .

And why does Joe Hart need a social media team to type two word messages?

Mon Mar 22 2021 - 09:00

Chelsea beat Atletico Madrid to reach Champions League quarters

Hakim Ziyech and Emerson on target to give Thomas Tuchel’s team a 3-0 aggregate win

Wed Mar 17 2021 - 22:13

Antonio Rüdiger committed to Chelsea cause

Germany centre back has been revitalised since Thomas Tuchel took over as manager

Tue Mar 16 2021 - 21:49

Olivier Giroud’s acrobatics earn Chelsea crucial lead over Atletico Madrid

Thomas Tuchel’s side take advantage of Atletico’s lack of ambition

Tue Feb 23 2021 - 22:42

Frustrated Tuchel struggling to make Chelsea jigsaw pieces fit

Atlético Madrid a tough assignment for callow, inexperienced side

Tue Feb 23 2021 - 08:00

Simeone backs Suárez to use ‘gift’ and score against Chelsea

Former Liverpool striker is top scorer in La Liga this season

Mon Feb 22 2021 - 20:57

All in the Game: Glowing tributes few and far between for departing Özil

Keeper keeps cool over €340k car write-off . . . the best quotes of the week

Mon Jan 18 2021 - 09:00

Diego Costa cancels Atlético Madrid contract and seeks new club

Forward would have to pay €15m to join another La Liga or Champions League side

Tue Dec 29 2020 - 17:42

Liverpool face tricky test against United’s conquerors RB Leipzig

Mixed fortunes for Chelsea and Manchester City in last 16 draw

Mon Dec 14 2020 - 20:30

Ken Early: Questions for Messi – Why leave? And why City?

If anyone can maximise Messi’s strengths while covering his weaknesses, it’s Pep Guardiola

Mon Aug 31 2020 - 06:54