FC Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic said on Tuesday that his captain Lionel Messi's enormous desire to win the Champions League has spread across the club.&nbsp; 
 
The Catalan side is set to host England's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/lionel-messi-best-player-ever-but-we-have-a-chance-says-jurgen-klopp-ahead-of-champions-league-tie-against-barcelona-214977">Liverpool at Camp Nou stadium in the first leg of the semi-finals</a> on Wednesday.&nbsp; 
 
"When the captain says one thing, all the others are to follow the path he has set for the team, he takes the lead and we follow him," Rakitic said at a pre-game press conference in the club's grounds.&nbsp; 
 
The Champions League is the competition that Messi highlighted in a pre-season interview as his side's first priority this season, as Barcelona is keen to bring the trophy back to Camp Nou, four years after it last won the trophy.&nbsp; 
 
The Croatian midfielder said that the squad is ready to compete at the highest level in the difficult tie against its English rival. 
 
"We are confident and eager, the team is very switched on and now comes the most beautiful game," he said.&nbsp; 
 
"We are prepared and with an incredible desire to win, it will be very important to score and keep a clean sheet."&nbsp; 
 
Having secured the La Liga cup and reached the Copa del Rey final, Rakitic said he hopes Barcelona will have a perfect season by winning a treble.&nbsp; 
 
Head coach Ernesto Valverde warned that Liverpool is able to pose a threat in attack.&nbsp; 
 
"Liverpool is a very powerful team, who play with a great level of pressure and rhythm," he said. 
 
"They will be a very difficult opponent to beat." 
 
He added: "Our intention is to win, but we know the value of stopping them from scoring. We have to play two good matches." 
 
Valverde said he believes that the current Liverpool squad "is not so different" from the team that played in the final last season, against eventual champion Real Madrid.&nbsp; 
 
"It has changed some players, but it is similar in style and personality, recognizable and fearsome," he added. 
 
The Spanish coach called on fans to continue their support for the team. 
 
"The crowd at Camp Nou is already playing a decisive role," he said. 
 
"For several weeks now, more than 90,000 fans attend the stadium, and that is what we notice and (our) rivals too."

FC Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic said on Tuesday that his captain Lionel Messi's enormous desire to win the Champions League has spread across the club. The Catalan side is set to host England's Liverpool at Camp Nou stadium in the first leg of the semi-finals on Wednesday.

FC Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic said on Tuesday that his captain Lionel Messi's enormous desire to win the Champions League has spread across the club. The Catalan side is set to host England's Liverpool at Camp Nou stadium in the first leg of the semi-finals on Wednesday. "When the captain says one thing, all the others are to follow the path he has set for the team, he takes the lead and we follow him," Rakitic said at a pre-game press conference in the club's grounds. The Champions League is the competition that Messi highlighted in a pre-season interview as his side's first priority this season, as Barcelona is keen to bring the trophy back to Camp Nou, four years after it last won the trophy. The Croatian midfielder said that the squad is ready to compete at the highest level in the difficult tie against its English rival. "We are confident and eager, the team is very switched on and now comes the most beautiful game," he said. "We are prepared and with an incredible desire to win, it will be very important to score and keep a clean sheet." Having secured the La Liga cup and reached the Copa del Rey final, Rakitic said he hopes Barcelona will have a perfect season by winning a treble. Head coach Ernesto Valverde warned that Liverpool is able to pose a threat in attack. "Liverpool is a very powerful team, who play with a great level of pressure and rhythm," he said. "They will be a very difficult opponent to beat." He added: "Our intention is to win, but we know the value of stopping them from scoring. We have to play two good matches." Valverde said he believes that the current Liverpool squad "is not so different" from the team that played in the final last season, against eventual champion Real Madrid. "It has changed some players, but it is similar in style and personality, recognizable and fearsome," he added. The Spanish coach called on fans to continue their support for the team. "The crowd at Camp Nou is already playing a decisive role," he said. "For several weeks now, more than 90,000 fans attend the stadium, and that is what we notice and (our) rivals too."

Rakitic on Lionel Messi: 'Our captain takes the lead and we follow him'

Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane refused to defend players after his <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/real-madrid-sink-to-10th-league-loss-at-hands-of-lowly-rayo-214359">side's humiliating 1-0 defeat</a> away to bottom-placed Rayo Vallecano in La Liga on Sunday. Spanisg giants were dominated by Rayo, who began their weekend at the bottom of the standings.&nbsp;

During the post-match presentation, Zidane said, "I am always going to defend my players but today I can't. It's just the reality of today. We simply can't play like this."

He added, "It's not only the players. I am also responsible. I am the one that makes the team, I am the one that talks to them and prepares the matches and in the end we all did the opposite of what we discussed so this is something that I am going to have to reflect on as well." &nbsp;

Zidane also said that the players underperformed in the match, he said, "We did nothing today on any level, from the first minute until the last."&nbsp;

"Sometimes you are not able to score but today we didn't even create chances, we did nothing well. We have to all be angry with our performance. I am angry because we gave an awful image of ourselves," he added.&nbsp;

The result lifted Rayo off the foot of the table and condemned Zidane to his second league defeat since his return to the club.

The loss also leaves Real Madrid in third place in the table, and nine points adrift of city rivals Atletico with three games remaining.

Atletico will need just one point from their remaining three matches to finish above Zidane's side ahead of what is expected to be a summer clearout at the Santiago Bernabeu.&nbsp;

Real's arch-rivals Barcelona were crowned champions on Saturday following a 1-0 win at home to Levante.&nbsp;

Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane refused to defend players after his side's humiliating 1-0 defeat away to bottom-placed Rayo Vallecano in La Liga on Sunday. Spanisg giants were dominated by Rayo, who began their weekend at the bottom of the standings.

Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane refused to defend players after his side's humiliating 1-0 defeat away to bottom-placed Rayo Vallecano in La Liga on Sunday. Spanisg giants were dominated by Rayo, who began their weekend at the bottom of the standings. During the post-match presentation, Zidane said, "I am always going to defend my players but today I can't. It's just the reality of today. We simply can't play like this." He added, "It's not only the players. I am also responsible. I am the one that makes the team, I am the one that talks to them and prepares the matches and in the end we all did the opposite of what we discussed so this is something that I am going to have to reflect on as well." Zidane also said that the players underperformed in the match, he said, "We did nothing today on any level, from the first minute until the last." "Sometimes you are not able to score but today we didn't even create chances, we did nothing well. We have to all be angry with our performance. I am angry because we gave an awful image of ourselves," he added. The result lifted Rayo off the foot of the table and condemned Zidane to his second league defeat since his return to the club. The loss also leaves Real Madrid in third place in the table, and nine points adrift of city rivals Atletico with three games remaining. Atletico will need just one point from their remaining three matches to finish above Zidane's side ahead of what is expected to be a summer clearout at the Santiago Bernabeu. Real's arch-rivals Barcelona were crowned champions on Saturday following a 1-0 win at home to Levante.

Zinedine Zidane refuses to defend Real Madrid players after shock defeat to Rayo

Neymar was suspended for three Champions League matches by UEFA on Friday for a foul-mouthed tirade at match officials following Paris Saint-Germain's shock exit from this season's tournament to Manchester United.

The Brazil star missed the 3-1 Champions League second leg last 16 defeat on March 6 through injury, but told match officials "to go fuck yourselves" on social media after watching on from the sidelines at the Parc des Princes.

Neymar was found guilty of "insulting/molesting acts against match official", European football's governing body announced in a statement after opening an inquiry into his outburst on March 22.

The 27-year-old, who will now miss half of PSG's group stage matches in the Champions League next season, was angry with the award of a decisive injury-time penalty which Marcus Rashford scored to send United through.

"It's a disgrace. They get four guys who don't understand football to watch a slow-motion replay in front of the TV," Neymar wrote in Portuguese on Instagram after the game.

He had watched on incredulous from the sidelines&nbsp;as United were awarded the spot-kick for a debatable handball via the video assistant referee (VAR) system, allowing Rashford to fire United into the quarter-finals on away goals.

Neymar was reportedly so enraged by the decision to give the penalty that he had to be restrained by PSG staff to stop him entering the referee's dressing room.

United were given the spot-kick after Presnel Kimpembe was judged to have handled Diogo Dalot's shot.

PSG made Neymar the world's most expensive player in 2017 by signing him from Barcelona for 222 million euros as they stepped up their bid to win a maiden Champions League title, but they have now lost in the last 16 in three straight seasons.

Injury has already ruled Neymar out of several key European matches for PSG, the forward missing the last 16-second leg tie against Real Madrid in 2018, then both legs against Man United at the same stage this season.

In June last year, his teammate Gianluigi Buffon was handed a three-match suspension after a tirade against referee Michael Oliver following his former club Juventus' similarly dramatic quarter-final defeat by Real Madrid.

Former PSG defender Serge Aurier was the first player to be banned by UEFA for comments made on social media in 2015.

Neymar's ban comes on the eve of his return to PSG's starting line-up after injury for Saturday's French Cup final against Rennes.

He made his first appearance since January 23 as a second-half substitute in Sunday's 3-1 win over Monaco as PSG celebrated clinching a sixth Ligue 1 crown in seven years.

Neymar was suspended for three Champions League matches by UEFA on Friday for a foul-mouthed tirade at match officials following Paris Saint-Germain's shock exit from this season's tournament to Manchester United.

Neymar was suspended for three Champions League matches by UEFA on Friday for a foul-mouthed tirade at match officials following Paris Saint-Germain's shock exit from this season's tournament to Manchester United. The Brazil star missed the 3-1 Champions League second leg last 16 defeat on March 6 through injury, but told match officials "to go fuck yourselves" on social media after watching on from the sidelines at the Parc des Princes. Neymar was found guilty of "insulting/molesting acts against match official", European football's governing body announced in a statement after opening an inquiry into his outburst on March 22. The 27-year-old, who will now miss half of PSG's group stage matches in the Champions League next season, was angry with the award of a decisive injury-time penalty which Marcus Rashford scored to send United through. "It's a disgrace. They get four guys who don't understand football to watch a slow-motion replay in front of the TV," Neymar wrote in Portuguese on Instagram after the game. He had watched on incredulous from the sidelines as United were awarded the spot-kick for a debatable handball via the video assistant referee (VAR) system, allowing Rashford to fire United into the quarter-finals on away goals. Neymar was reportedly so enraged by the decision to give the penalty that he had to be restrained by PSG staff to stop him entering the referee's dressing room. United were given the spot-kick after Presnel Kimpembe was judged to have handled Diogo Dalot's shot. PSG made Neymar the world's most expensive player in 2017 by signing him from Barcelona for 222 million euros as they stepped up their bid to win a maiden Champions League title, but they have now lost in the last 16 in three straight seasons. Injury has already ruled Neymar out of several key European matches for PSG, the forward missing the last 16-second leg tie against Real Madrid in 2018, then both legs against Man United at the same stage this season. In June last year, his teammate Gianluigi Buffon was handed a three-match suspension after a tirade against referee Michael Oliver following his former club Juventus' similarly dramatic quarter-final defeat by Real Madrid. Former PSG defender Serge Aurier was the first player to be banned by UEFA for comments made on social media in 2015. Neymar's ban comes on the eve of his return to PSG's starting line-up after injury for Saturday's French Cup final against Rennes. He made his first appearance since January 23 as a second-half substitute in Sunday's 3-1 win over Monaco as PSG celebrated clinching a sixth Ligue 1 crown in seven years.

Neymar banned for three Champions League matches

Manchester United manager <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/everton-loss-not-worthy-of-a-manchester-united-team-solskjaer-212449">Ole Gunnar Solskjaer</a> looked frustrated after suffering an <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/manchester-united-thrashed-4-0-by-everton-in-fresh-blow-to-top-four-hopes-212446">embarrassing 0-4 loss to Everton</a> at Goodison Park on Sunday. He even said that the team need to apologise to their fans after a shocking performance.&nbsp;

After the match, Solskjaer admitted that he "didn't know" if he could be confident that his players cared enough to want to play for the club.&nbsp;

On being asked about whether players mind after their hopes of Champions League football next season suffered another huge blow, Solskjaer said, "You're not going to get the answer from me. Of course, if you want to play at this club, it has to mean more. I've said it as well."

He further added, "I want my team to be the hardest-working team in the league. That's what we were under Sir Alex (Ferguson). That's what we've always been."&nbsp;

This is the sixth defeat in eight games in all competitions for manchester United that&nbsp;means they remain two points adrift of the top four in sixth.&nbsp;

Solskjaer said, "Every single week, a shift up and down that pitch for your team-mates. We have to stick together as a team and we can't change the whole squad."&nbsp;

"But it's got to be one step at a time and I've said all along, I'm going to be successful here and there are players there that won't be part of that successful team. But there players there that of course, many of these do have it," he added.&nbsp;

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looked frustrated after suffering an embarrassing 0-4 loss to Everton at Goodison Park on Sunday. He even said that the team need to apologise to their fans after a shocking performance.

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looked frustrated after suffering an embarrassing 0-4 loss to Everton at Goodison Park on Sunday. He even said that the team need to apologise to their fans after a shocking performance. After the match, Solskjaer admitted that he "didn't know" if he could be confident that his players cared enough to want to play for the club. On being asked about whether players mind after their hopes of Champions League football next season suffered another huge blow, Solskjaer said, "You're not going to get the answer from me. Of course, if you want to play at this club, it has to mean more. I've said it as well." He further added, "I want my team to be the hardest-working team in the league. That's what we were under Sir Alex (Ferguson). That's what we've always been." This is the sixth defeat in eight games in all competitions for manchester United that means they remain two points adrift of the top four in sixth. Solskjaer said, "Every single week, a shift up and down that pitch for your team-mates. We have to stick together as a team and we can't change the whole squad." "But it's got to be one step at a time and I've said all along, I'm going to be successful here and there are players there that won't be part of that successful team. But there players there that of course, many of these do have it," he added.

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer unsure 'if the players care' to play for the club

Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri said that his team should focus on winning record-breaking eighth straight Serie A title and leave behind the disappointment of losing to Ajax in the Champions League.&nbsp;

"Luckily tomorrow we have the chance to win the title, and we must do it tomorrow. We need to get over the disappointment of the elimination in the Champions League," said Allegri in a press conference.&nbsp;

"We need to accept that and move on, because we can't go back in time and we can't change the score. Looking for justifications or alibis is just stuff for those who can never win," Allegri added.&nbsp;

Juventus need just a draw at home against Fiorentina on Saturday to win the title with five matches to spare.&nbsp;

On Cristiano Ronaldo, Allegri said, "I always said that Ronaldo's arrival was not like math, Juventus plus Ronaldo wasn't necessarily the Champions League title. Football is not an exact science."&nbsp;

The Bianconeri are 17 points ahead of Napoli and they also have a better head-to-head record.&nbsp;

Cristiano Ronaldo is unlikely to be rested again after sitting out the loss at Spal last weekend.&nbsp;

Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri said that his team should focus on winning record-breaking eighth straight Serie A title and leave behind the disappointment of losing to Ajax in the Champions League.

Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri said that his team should focus on winning record-breaking eighth straight Serie A title and leave behind the disappointment of losing to Ajax in the Champions League. "Luckily tomorrow we have the chance to win the title, and we must do it tomorrow. We need to get over the disappointment of the elimination in the Champions League," said Allegri in a press conference. "We need to accept that and move on, because we can't go back in time and we can't change the score. Looking for justifications or alibis is just stuff for those who can never win," Allegri added. Juventus need just a draw at home against Fiorentina on Saturday to win the title with five matches to spare. On Cristiano Ronaldo, Allegri said, "I always said that Ronaldo's arrival was not like math, Juventus plus Ronaldo wasn't necessarily the Champions League title. Football is not an exact science." The Bianconeri are 17 points ahead of Napoli and they also have a better head-to-head record. Cristiano Ronaldo is unlikely to be rested again after sitting out the loss at Spal last weekend.

We must forget Champions League disappointment, says Juventus boss Massimiliano Allegri

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola said it will take time for his players to get over their UEFA Champions League exit after losing to Tottenham Hotspur in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-cristiano-ronaldos-struggle-to-lionel-messis-double-major-takeaways-from-uefa-champions-league-quarter-finals-211344#son-shines-again-211323">the quarter-finals</a>.&nbsp;

Spurs&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tottenham-hotspur-stun-manchester-city-to-go-through-after-seven-goal-thriller-var-drama-211309">dashed City's quadruple dream</a> on a dramatic Champions League night at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday - thanks to VAR.&nbsp;

During the pre-match conference, Pep said, "If you believe it doesn't hurt or if you believe we've forgotten about it, I would say no. So, I don't want the players to forget what they leave (what they have lost).&nbsp;

He added, "I don't want to see my players... when people expect we forget what happened on Wednesday for tomorrow, this is not true. We would not be human beings. So, it will take time. It will take (a) long (time)."&nbsp;

Now, City prepare to face Tottenham again in the Premier League match on Saturday.&nbsp;

In UCL's quarter-final clash, Raheem Sterling thought he settled a pulsating contest with a late strike, only for Sergio Aguero to be ruled offside following a review in a dramatic finale.

There was also controversy over what proved the decisive Tottenham goal in a tie which ended 4-4 on aggregate, with Fernando Llorente's bundled effort only given after a lengthy VAR review for suspected handball.

City did win the second leg 4-3, but it was Spurs who prevailed on the away goals rule - they will now face Ajax in the semi-finals.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola said it will take time for his players to get over their UEFA Champions League exit after losing to Tottenham Hotspur in the quarter-finals.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola said it will take time for his players to get over their UEFA Champions League exit after losing to Tottenham Hotspur in the quarter-finals. Spurs dashed City's quadruple dream on a dramatic Champions League night at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday - thanks to VAR. During the pre-match conference, Pep said, "If you believe it doesn't hurt or if you believe we've forgotten about it, I would say no. So, I don't want the players to forget what they leave (what they have lost). He added, "I don't want to see my players... when people expect we forget what happened on Wednesday for tomorrow, this is not true. We would not be human beings. So, it will take time. It will take (a) long (time)." Now, City prepare to face Tottenham again in the Premier League match on Saturday. In UCL's quarter-final clash, Raheem Sterling thought he settled a pulsating contest with a late strike, only for Sergio Aguero to be ruled offside following a review in a dramatic finale. There was also controversy over what proved the decisive Tottenham goal in a tie which ended 4-4 on aggregate, with Fernando Llorente's bundled effort only given after a lengthy VAR review for suspected handball. City did win the second leg 4-3, but it was Spurs who prevailed on the away goals rule - they will now face Ajax in the semi-finals.

Will take time for players to get over UCL exit: Pep Guardiola

Former Brazilian striker Rivaldo feels that&nbsp;a player like <a href="https://www.wionews.com/search?q=Lionel+Messi">Lionel Messi</a> deserves World Cup title and the Argentine "must be a world champion".&nbsp;

"I like him so much and I always say I feel so sad because he never won the World Cup with Argentina. It is an award he deserves because a world-class player like him must be a world champion," Rivaldo was quoted by a sports website.&nbsp;

The 47-year-old said that Messi's performance in&nbsp;La Liga and&nbsp;Champions League should be&nbsp;recognised. &nbsp;

"He has been scoring goals, giving assists and being the top scorer in La Liga for a long time and I think what he has been doing in the Champions League means his merits should be recognised," he added.&nbsp;

Rivaldo also said that&nbsp;Messi deserves Ballon d'Or even if he doesn't win&nbsp;UEFA Champions League with Barcelona.&nbsp;

"Even if he doesn't win the Champions League, however, he already deserves the Ballon d'Or," added Rivaldo.&nbsp;

The La Liga giants defeated Manchester United in the last eight of UCL to set up the semi-final clash with Liverpool.&nbsp;

With 10 goals, Messi is the leading goal scorers in the ongoing season of Champions League.&nbsp;

He also five Ballon d'Or under his belt and if he lifts this year's award, it will take his tally to six.&nbsp;

Former Brazilian striker Rivaldo feels that a player like Lionel Messi deserves World Cup title and the Argentine "must be a world champion". "I like him so much and I always say I feel so sad because he never won the World Cup with Argentina.

Former Brazilian striker Rivaldo feels that a player like Lionel Messi deserves World Cup title and the Argentine "must be a world champion". "I like him so much and I always say I feel so sad because he never won the World Cup with Argentina. It is an award he deserves because a world-class player like him must be a world champion," Rivaldo was quoted by a sports website. The 47-year-old said that Messi's performance in La Liga and Champions League should be recognised. "He has been scoring goals, giving assists and being the top scorer in La Liga for a long time and I think what he has been doing in the Champions League means his merits should be recognised," he added. Rivaldo also said that Messi deserves Ballon d'Or even if he doesn't win UEFA Champions League with Barcelona. "Even if he doesn't win the Champions League, however, he already deserves the Ballon d'Or," added Rivaldo. The La Liga giants defeated Manchester United in the last eight of UCL to set up the semi-final clash with Liverpool. With 10 goals, Messi is the leading goal scorers in the ongoing season of Champions League. He also five Ballon d'Or under his belt and if he lifts this year's award, it will take his tally to six.

World-class player like Lionel Messi must be world champion: Rivaldo

Police in Kenya have been left red-faced after thieves stole guns and ammunition from an unattended checkpost as the officers on duty watched <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-cristiano-ronaldos-struggle-to-lionel-messis-double-major-takeaways-from-uefa-champions-league-quarter-finals-211344">UEFA Champions League matches</a> down the road.&nbsp;

Three rifles and nearly two dozen rounds were pinched from the checkpost Tuesday evening in Nandi, in Kenya's west, while the officers wandered off to watch Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi play in the UEFA quarter-finals on television at a nearby shopping mall.&nbsp;

"On returning... they noticed the room of the in-charge, which is also used as an armoury in which the steel box is kept, was broken," stated a police report into the incident seen by AFP.&nbsp;

A search was underway for the stolen firearms, the report added. It was not immediately clear if the officers faced disciplinary action.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dutch side Ajax upset Ronaldo's Juventus while Messi's Barcelona crushed Manchester United in Tuesday's quarter-finals.&nbsp;

Football, particularly the top European competitions, is hugely popular in Kenya and across the African continent.&nbsp;

Police in Kenya have been left red-faced after thieves stole guns and ammunition from an unattended checkpost as the officers on duty watched UEFA Champions League matches down the road.

Police in Kenya have been left red-faced after thieves stole guns and ammunition from an unattended checkpost as the officers on duty watched UEFA Champions League matches down the road. Three rifles and nearly two dozen rounds were pinched from the checkpost Tuesday evening in Nandi, in Kenya's west, while the officers wandered off to watch Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi play in the UEFA quarter-finals on television at a nearby shopping mall. "On returning... they noticed the room of the in-charge, which is also used as an armoury in which the steel box is kept, was broken," stated a police report into the incident seen by AFP. A search was underway for the stolen firearms, the report added. It was not immediately clear if the officers faced disciplinary action. Dutch side Ajax upset Ronaldo's Juventus while Messi's Barcelona crushed Manchester United in Tuesday's quarter-finals. Football, particularly the top European competitions, is hugely popular in Kenya and across the African continent.

Thieves steal guns and ammunition as police watch Champions League match in Kenya

A resurgent Mohamed Salah scored one and set up another to inspire a clinical Liverpool to a 4-1 win at Porto in their Champions League quarter-final second leg on Wednesday that teed up a last-four clash with Barcelona.

The Reds, who eased through 6-1 on aggregate, held off Porto in the early stages before Salah and Sadio Mane combined for the Senegalese to put them ahead with their first shot on target following a VAR review.

Egypt striker Salah doubled the tally after the break and goals from Roberto Firmino and Virgil van Dijk wrapped it up late on.

Porto had briefly reduced the arrears through Eder Militao, but having lost the first leg 2-0 at Anfield, they never seemed in a position to overturn the deficit.

Barcelona advanced on Tuesday when they won 3-0 in their second-leg against Manchester United, completing a 4-0 aggregate victory.

Five-times European champions Liverpool, who had produced a scintillating display to beat Porto 5-0 in the last-16 at the Dragao stadium last season, had a totally different approach this time.

They soaked up the pressure as Porto made an adventurous start, with Jesus Corona curling a powerful shot just over the bar in the opening minute.

Juergen Klopp's side looked temporarily toothless, but they were just waiting for their moment -- which came in the 26th minute.

Mane latched onto a cross from Salah to beat Iker Casillas from close range but he was initially flagged offside, only for referee Danny Makkelie to check the VAR.

After a two-minute review, the goal was eventually given.

Facing the huge task of scoring four goals to qualify, Porto looked stunned, despite having attempted 15 shots before the interval.

Salah, who endured a goal drought in March, confirmed he was getting close to his best again when he coolly slotted the ball past Casillas after collecting a perfect diagonal through ball from Trent Alexander-Arnold in the 65th minute.

It was Salah's first Champions League goal since December, and his first away from Anfield in the competition in 12 months.

Militao soothed the home fans' suffering a little, beating Roberto Firmino in the air to head home in the 69th minute.

Brazilian Firmino, who had started on the bench as Klopp handed a rare start to Divock Origi, made it 3-1 with a downward header with 13 minutes left and Van Dijk headed home a fourth from a corner eight minutes later.

Tottenham Hotspur will face Ajax Amsterdam in the other semi-final tie.

A resurgent Mohamed Salah scored one and set up another to inspire a clinical Liverpool to a 4-1 win at Porto in their Champions League quarter-final second leg on Wednesday that teed up a last-four clash with Barcelona.

A resurgent Mohamed Salah scored one and set up another to inspire a clinical Liverpool to a 4-1 win at Porto in their Champions League quarter-final second leg on Wednesday that teed up a last-four clash with Barcelona. The Reds, who eased through 6-1 on aggregate, held off Porto in the early stages before Salah and Sadio Mane combined for the Senegalese to put them ahead with their first shot on target following a VAR review. Egypt striker Salah doubled the tally after the break and goals from Roberto Firmino and Virgil van Dijk wrapped it up late on. Porto had briefly reduced the arrears through Eder Militao, but having lost the first leg 2-0 at Anfield, they never seemed in a position to overturn the deficit. Barcelona advanced on Tuesday when they won 3-0 in their second-leg against Manchester United, completing a 4-0 aggregate victory. Five-times European champions Liverpool, who had produced a scintillating display to beat Porto 5-0 in the last-16 at the Dragao stadium last season, had a totally different approach this time. They soaked up the pressure as Porto made an adventurous start, with Jesus Corona curling a powerful shot just over the bar in the opening minute. Juergen Klopp's side looked temporarily toothless, but they were just waiting for their moment -- which came in the 26th minute. Mane latched onto a cross from Salah to beat Iker Casillas from close range but he was initially flagged offside, only for referee Danny Makkelie to check the VAR. After a two-minute review, the goal was eventually given. Facing the huge task of scoring four goals to qualify, Porto looked stunned, despite having attempted 15 shots before the interval. Salah, who endured a goal drought in March, confirmed he was getting close to his best again when he coolly slotted the ball past Casillas after collecting a perfect diagonal through ball from Trent Alexander-Arnold in the 65th minute. It was Salah's first Champions League goal since December, and his first away from Anfield in the competition in 12 months. Militao soothed the home fans' suffering a little, beating Roberto Firmino in the air to head home in the 69th minute. Brazilian Firmino, who had started on the bench as Klopp handed a rare start to Divock Origi, made it 3-1 with a downward header with 13 minutes left and Van Dijk headed home a fourth from a corner eight minutes later. Tottenham Hotspur will face Ajax Amsterdam in the other semi-final tie.

Champions League: Mohamed Salah shines as clinical Liverpool see off Porto

Tottenham Hotspur's Dele Alli said the waiting for the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) decision that ruled out Raheem Sterling's stoppage-time goal was 'horrible' in their second leg UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash on Wednesday.&nbsp;

On being asked about beating Manchester City, Alli said, "It's an amazing feeling. It was an unbelievable game. We probably could have performed better but to come here, such a difficult place and to do what we needed to do is an amazing feeling."

Spur <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tottenham-hotspur-stun-manchester-city-to-go-through-after-seven-goal-thriller-var-drama-211309">reached the semi-finals</a> of the UCL on away goals following a 4-3 defeat to as they had won the first leg 1-0 and progressed after the tie finished 4-4 on aggregate.&nbsp;

"We probably could have defended a bit better as a team at the start of the game but we were clinical in the attack as well. In the end we did what we needed to do so we're delighted," added Alli.&nbsp;

On being asked about waiting for VAR result, he said, "It's horrible."

"Obviously, they said VAR and you're waiting around. At the end it obviously helped us out. It's one of those games. But it is an unbelievable feeling."

"They're a top side, a young side but we're looking forward to the challenge," said Alli on facing Ajax Amsterdam in the semis.&nbsp;

Spurs Belgian defender Toby Alderweireld said that his side went from "hell to heaven" when the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) ruled out Raheem Sterling's stoppage-time goal in the second leg of UEFA Champions League quarter-finals.&nbsp;

Alderweireld said, "From hell to heaven. I think we couldn't concede at that moment, I think we know what went wrong at that moment so we were a little bit angry, but then suddenly we saw the ref (referee) going back and said it was offside and then it was only one minute more to play."

Tottenham Hotspur's Dele Alli said the waiting for the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) decision that ruled out Raheem Sterling's stoppage-time goal was 'horrible' in their second leg UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash on Wednesday.

Tottenham Hotspur's Dele Alli said the waiting for the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) decision that ruled out Raheem Sterling's stoppage-time goal was 'horrible' in their second leg UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash on Wednesday. On being asked about beating Manchester City, Alli said, "It's an amazing feeling. It was an unbelievable game. We probably could have performed better but to come here, such a difficult place and to do what we needed to do is an amazing feeling." Spur reached the semi-finals of the UCL on away goals following a 4-3 defeat to as they had won the first leg 1-0 and progressed after the tie finished 4-4 on aggregate. "We probably could have defended a bit better as a team at the start of the game but we were clinical in the attack as well. In the end we did what we needed to do so we're delighted," added Alli. On being asked about waiting for VAR result, he said, "It's horrible." "Obviously, they said VAR and you're waiting around. At the end it obviously helped us out. It's one of those games. But it is an unbelievable feeling." "They're a top side, a young side but we're looking forward to the challenge," said Alli on facing Ajax Amsterdam in the semis. Spurs Belgian defender Toby Alderweireld said that his side went from "hell to heaven" when the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) ruled out Raheem Sterling's stoppage-time goal in the second leg of UEFA Champions League quarter-finals. Alderweireld said, "From hell to heaven. I think we couldn't concede at that moment, I think we know what went wrong at that moment so we were a little bit angry, but then suddenly we saw the ref (referee) going back and said it was offside and then it was only one minute more to play."

'It's horrible,' says Tottenham Hotspur's Dele Alli on VAR drama

From Cristiano Ronaldo's struggle to Lionel Messi's double, major takeaways from UEFA Champions League quarter-finals second-leg

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said that their comeback victory over Paris St Germain in the last-16 will help the players to recover from a 1-0 deficit against Barcelona in leg-two of quarter-final Champions League clash.&nbsp;

In a pre-match press conference, Solskjaer said, "That memory from PSG will help the players," Solskjaer said at his pre-match press conference.

"It's not that long ago and we are one goal better off."

In the leg one lash at the Old Trafford, Barcelona overcame a punchless Manchester United to take the upper hand after Luke Shaw's own goal.&nbsp;

Shaw deflected a Luis Suarez header into his own net after 12 minutes, handing the Catalans a vital away goal that will make them clear favourites in the return leg.&nbsp;

Barca have not lost at home for 30 games in the Champions League since 2013 and while United can take credit for staying in the tie, they produced little that will overly worry the Spanish side.&nbsp;

The game against Barcelona marks Solskjaer's return to the stadium where he scored United's injury-time winner in the 1999 Champions League final against Bayern Munich.&nbsp;

"Of course it's a fantastic memory for me," he said.&nbsp;

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said that their comeback victory over Paris St Germain in the last-16 will help the players to recover from a 1-0 deficit against Barcelona in leg-two of quarter-final Champions League clash.

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said that their comeback victory over Paris St Germain in the last-16 will help the players to recover from a 1-0 deficit against Barcelona in leg-two of quarter-final Champions League clash. In a pre-match press conference, Solskjaer said, "That memory from PSG will help the players," Solskjaer said at his pre-match press conference. "It's not that long ago and we are one goal better off." In the leg one lash at the Old Trafford, Barcelona overcame a punchless Manchester United to take the upper hand after Luke Shaw's own goal. Shaw deflected a Luis Suarez header into his own net after 12 minutes, handing the Catalans a vital away goal that will make them clear favourites in the return leg. Barca have not lost at home for 30 games in the Champions League since 2013 and while United can take credit for staying in the tie, they produced little that will overly worry the Spanish side. The game against Barcelona marks Solskjaer's return to the stadium where he scored United's injury-time winner in the 1999 Champions League final against Bayern Munich. "Of course it's a fantastic memory for me," he said.

PSG win will inspire players against Barcelona, says Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen said that his team has learnt from the mistakes his team did in the previous season of Champions League.&nbsp;

In the previous edition of UEFA Champions League, Barcelona were ousted from the league in the quarter-final when they lost to Roma from a winning position.&nbsp;

Barcelona had beaten Roma 4-1 at the Camp Nou ahead of their trip to Italy for the second leg, however, a 3-0 loss at the Stadio Olimpico saw Roma advance to the semi-finals.&nbsp;

On being asked about it, Stegen said, "There are not many words to say about what happened in the past but we won't repeat what was hard to take."

Ter Stegen is confident his side will not repeat the same mistakes against Manchester United having <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-luke-shaws-own-goal-gives-barcelona-advantage-over-tame-united-209409">claimed a 1-0 win at Old Trafford</a> in the first leg courtesy of a Luke Shaw own goal.

He added, "We are here again a year later and we are in the place that we are in (following the first leg against Man United) we would like to avoid what happened in the past and for this it is necessary to have a new story and think ahead and I think tomorrow is a good day to achieve a great win."&nbsp;

Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen said that his team has learnt from the mistakes his team did in the previous season of Champions League. In the previous edition of UEFA Champions League, Barcelona were ousted from the league in the quarter-final when they lost to Roma from a winning position.

Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen said that his team has learnt from the mistakes his team did in the previous season of Champions League. In the previous edition of UEFA Champions League, Barcelona were ousted from the league in the quarter-final when they lost to Roma from a winning position. Barcelona had beaten Roma 4-1 at the Camp Nou ahead of their trip to Italy for the second leg, however, a 3-0 loss at the Stadio Olimpico saw Roma advance to the semi-finals. On being asked about it, Stegen said, "There are not many words to say about what happened in the past but we won't repeat what was hard to take." Ter Stegen is confident his side will not repeat the same mistakes against Manchester United having claimed a 1-0 win at Old Trafford in the first leg courtesy of a Luke Shaw own goal. He added, "We are here again a year later and we are in the place that we are in (following the first leg against Man United) we would like to avoid what happened in the past and for this it is necessary to have a new story and think ahead and I think tomorrow is a good day to achieve a great win."

Barcelona won't repeat last year's disaster, says goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen

Manchester United face an even tougher task to turn around the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-luke-shaws-own-goal-gives-barcelona-advantage-over-tame-united-209409">1-0 deficit from the first leg</a>&nbsp;of their quarter-final with Barcelona than their miraculous comeback away to Paris Saint-Germain in the last 16, coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admitted on Wednesday.

United became the first side to ever overcome a 2-0 first leg defeat at home to reach the last eight with a 3-1 win in Paris last month.

But Solskjaer, who scored the winner when United won the Champions League at the Camp Nou in 1999, believes Barca's prestigious European history makes beating the Spanish champions a different prospect to PSG.

"Of course the PSG performance away gives us hope and belief we can do it, but we know we are playing against probably the favourites for the tournament," said Solskjaer.

"It will be a greater achievement winning that one with the history of Barcelona. They are not used to losing at home."

Luke Shaw's early own goal was all that separated the sides on the scoresheet, but Barca comfortably edged towards a first Champions League semi-final in four years as United failed to register a single shot on target.

"It leaves a good taste in the mouth to win here, but we know it is not a big enough lead given what happened (with United) in the last round," said Barca coach Ernesto Valverde.

Much has been made of Luis Suarez's Champions League goal drought on the road and while the Uruguayan has still not officially netted an away goal in the competition since September 2015, he had a huge hand in Barca's winner.

Lionel Messi drifted in behind the United defence and his cross hung up to the back post was headed goalwards by Suarez, the ball flicking off Shaw on its way past David de Gea.

An errant offside flag briefly threatened to spoil Suarez's delight. However, the goal was quickly given on a VAR review and the former Liverpool striker took extra glee at having the last laugh with a fist pump in front of the Stretford End.

"The value of the goal doesn't change if another player gets the last touch or not," added Valverde.

The early goal should have settled the Catalans into their stride as their dominance of possession touched close to 90 percent in the opening stages.

Yet they offered United plenty of encouragement with Sergio Busquets in particular off the pace.

"It is very difficult over the course of a season to always be at the highest level," said Valverde.

"To win away from home in the Champions League you have to suffer."

Messi roughed up

United defender Chris Smalling had said "bring it on" at the prospect of facing Messi on the eve of the game.

And he left the Argentine bloodied from the nose as he careered into an aerial challenge on the half-hour mark.

Messi was quickly back on his feet and into the heart of the action, but it was Philippe Coutinho who came closest to extending Barca's advantage before the break with a thunderous low shot that De Gea did brilliantly to repel with his feet.

Moments later United could easily have been on level terms, but the hosts' best chance of the half fell to the wrong man as Marcus Rashford picked out Diogo Dalot only for the Portuguese to completely miscue his header across goal.

However, Rashford also failed to make proper contact with his big chance early in the second-half when Ter Stegen could only punch a cross into his path.

The Red Devils have now failed to score and have lost in four of their last six home Champions League games.

"Those statistics are not bright, we cannot defend not scoring goals at home," added Solskjaer.

"But away from home we beat Juventus, we beat PSG and we have to go to Barcelona and win that one."

The result could have been worse for Solskjaer's men as Suarez fired into the side-netting before De Gea used his feet to good effect once more to deny Jordi Alba.

Manchester United face an even tougher task to turn around the 1-0 deficit from the first leg of their quarter-final with Barcelona than their miraculous comeback away to Paris Saint-Germain in the last 16, coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admitted on Wednesday.

Manchester United face an even tougher task to turn around the 1-0 deficit from the first leg of their quarter-final with Barcelona than their miraculous comeback away to Paris Saint-Germain in the last 16, coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admitted on Wednesday. United became the first side to ever overcome a 2-0 first leg defeat at home to reach the last eight with a 3-1 win in Paris last month. But Solskjaer, who scored the winner when United won the Champions League at the Camp Nou in 1999, believes Barca's prestigious European history makes beating the Spanish champions a different prospect to PSG. "Of course the PSG performance away gives us hope and belief we can do it, but we know we are playing against probably the favourites for the tournament," said Solskjaer. "It will be a greater achievement winning that one with the history of Barcelona. They are not used to losing at home." Luke Shaw's early own goal was all that separated the sides on the scoresheet, but Barca comfortably edged towards a first Champions League semi-final in four years as United failed to register a single shot on target. "It leaves a good taste in the mouth to win here, but we know it is not a big enough lead given what happened (with United) in the last round," said Barca coach Ernesto Valverde. Much has been made of Luis Suarez's Champions League goal drought on the road and while the Uruguayan has still not officially netted an away goal in the competition since September 2015, he had a huge hand in Barca's winner. Lionel Messi drifted in behind the United defence and his cross hung up to the back post was headed goalwards by Suarez, the ball flicking off Shaw on its way past David de Gea. An errant offside flag briefly threatened to spoil Suarez's delight. However, the goal was quickly given on a VAR review and the former Liverpool striker took extra glee at having the last laugh with a fist pump in front of the Stretford End. "The value of the goal doesn't change if another player gets the last touch or not," added Valverde. The early goal should have settled the Catalans into their stride as their dominance of possession touched close to 90 percent in the opening stages. Yet they offered United plenty of encouragement with Sergio Busquets in particular off the pace. "It is very difficult over the course of a season to always be at the highest level," said Valverde. "To win away from home in the Champions League you have to suffer." Messi roughed up United defender Chris Smalling had said "bring it on" at the prospect of facing Messi on the eve of the game. And he left the Argentine bloodied from the nose as he careered into an aerial challenge on the half-hour mark. Messi was quickly back on his feet and into the heart of the action, but it was Philippe Coutinho who came closest to extending Barca's advantage before the break with a thunderous low shot that De Gea did brilliantly to repel with his feet. Moments later United could easily have been on level terms, but the hosts' best chance of the half fell to the wrong man as Marcus Rashford picked out Diogo Dalot only for the Portuguese to completely miscue his header across goal. However, Rashford also failed to make proper contact with his big chance early in the second-half when Ter Stegen could only punch a cross into his path. The Red Devils have now failed to score and have lost in four of their last six home Champions League games. "Those statistics are not bright, we cannot defend not scoring goals at home," added Solskjaer. "But away from home we beat Juventus, we beat PSG and we have to go to Barcelona and win that one." The result could have been worse for Solskjaer's men as Suarez fired into the side-netting before De Gea used his feet to good effect once more to deny Jordi Alba.

Beating Barcelona tougher than PSG, admits Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Manchester United's Paul Pogba has given an epic reply to Real Madrid transfer rumours after his side's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-luke-shaws-own-goal-gives-barcelona-advantage-over-tame-united-209409">0-1 defeat to Barcelona</a> in the first-leg quarter-final of UEFA Champions League at Old Trafford.&nbsp;

On being about playing against Barcelona in the Classico, Pogba said, "Yes, when we play in the Champions League it's always nice to play against Barca, it’s a dream for anyone."

Then reporter specifically asked his much-speculated move to Madrid, Pogba refused to talk.&nbsp;

"I won’t answer that," he said.&nbsp;

He further added, "I will only speak about the game, nothing else."

The 26-year-old Red Devil midfielder is contracted with the English Premier League side until June 2021. He had recently said, "At the moment I’m happy in Manchester. I play, there’s a new coach. Real Madrid is one of the biggest clubs in the world. I've always said it is a dream club for every player."&nbsp;

French coach Zinedine Zidane has rejoined Real Madrid 10 months after leaving the Spanish giants and speculation is rife about which players he will sign to bolster his squad.&nbsp;

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Also, Man Utd manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said Paul Pogba and Marcus Rashford are vital to his plans of building a team "worthy of the history of the club".&nbsp;

"They are vital for our future. You have got loads of players who you can build a team around and those are two that you asked me about."

Manchester United's Paul Pogba has given an epic reply to Real Madrid transfer rumours after his side's 0-1 defeat to Barcelona in the first-leg quarter-final of UEFA Champions League at Old Trafford.

Manchester United's Paul Pogba has given an epic reply to Real Madrid transfer rumours after his side's 0-1 defeat to Barcelona in the first-leg quarter-final of UEFA Champions League at Old Trafford. On being about playing against Barcelona in the Classico, Pogba said, "Yes, when we play in the Champions League it's always nice to play against Barca, it’s a dream for anyone." Then reporter specifically asked his much-speculated move to Madrid, Pogba refused to talk. "I won’t answer that," he said. He further added, "I will only speak about the game, nothing else." The 26-year-old Red Devil midfielder is contracted with the English Premier League side until June 2021. He had recently said, "At the moment I’m happy in Manchester. I play, there’s a new coach. Real Madrid is one of the biggest clubs in the world. I've always said it is a dream club for every player." French coach Zinedine Zidane has rejoined Real Madrid 10 months after leaving the Spanish giants and speculation is rife about which players he will sign to bolster his squad. .@paulpogba just being Paul Pogba 🕺 #MUFC #MUNBAR pic.twitter.com/JynryPFbhF — sntv (@sntvstory) April 9, 2019 × Also, Man Utd manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said Paul Pogba and Marcus Rashford are vital to his plans of building a team "worthy of the history of the club". "They are vital for our future. You have got loads of players who you can build a team around and those are two that you asked me about."

Paul Pogba responds to Real Madrid transfer rumour

Champions League: Major takeaways from Tottenham vs Manchester City clash

Sergio Aguero's penalty was denied by Tottenham Hotspur's goalkeeper&nbsp;Hugo Lloris in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-son-heung-mins-late-winner-gives-tottenham-edge-over-manchester-city-209155">Manchester City's 0-1 loss to Spurs</a> in Champions League quarter-final first leg on Tuesday.&nbsp;

Chasing a quadruple bid, City were not at their best as Spurs chased and harried Pep Guardiola's side for 90 minutes.&nbsp;

The Argentine was handed the chance to put City ahead when full-back Danny Rose was controversially adjudged by VAR to have used his arm to block a shot, but his 13th-minute spot kick was brilliantly saved by Lloris.&nbsp;

The French keeper's heroics produced a deafening roar not heard along the Tottenham High Road since Spurs moved out of their old stadium two years ago.&nbsp;

However, it was nothing compared to the sound that greeted Son Heung-min's 78th-minute winner.&nbsp;

Watch how Sergio Aguero missed the penalty:&nbsp;

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Sergio Aguero when the ref gifted City a penalty. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UCL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UCL</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TOTMCI?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TOTMCI</a> <a href="https://t.co/nQsli8wEbz">pic.twitter.com/nQsli8wEbz</a>
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Spurs manager Mauricio Pochettino said on the eve of the game that his side would need to match the intensity of a City outfit oozing quality, both on the pitch and on a bench containing Kevin de Bruyne, Gabriel Jesus and Leroy Sane.

Sergio Aguero's penalty was denied by Tottenham Hotspur's goalkeeper Hugo Lloris in Manchester City's 0-1 loss to Spurs in Champions League quarter-final first leg on Tuesday.

Sergio Aguero's penalty was denied by Tottenham Hotspur's goalkeeper Hugo Lloris in Manchester City's 0-1 loss to Spurs in Champions League quarter-final first leg on Tuesday. Chasing a quadruple bid, City were not at their best as Spurs chased and harried Pep Guardiola's side for 90 minutes. The Argentine was handed the chance to put City ahead when full-back Danny Rose was controversially adjudged by VAR to have used his arm to block a shot, but his 13th-minute spot kick was brilliantly saved by Lloris. The French keeper's heroics produced a deafening roar not heard along the Tottenham High Road since Spurs moved out of their old stadium two years ago. However, it was nothing compared to the sound that greeted Son Heung-min's 78th-minute winner. Watch how Sergio Aguero missed the penalty: Hugo Lloris is the first goalkeeper to deny Sergio Aguero from the penalty spot more than once since his move to Europe in 2006. He has saved 3 penalties this season in all competitions Vs. Leicester Vs. Arsenal Vs. Man City#TOTMCI #UCL pic.twitter.com/JDxKNMrmdH — Òĸę Ťøşįŋ Řı¢ħąřđ ®💙 (@OTR_Achivas) April 9, 2019 × Here are some Twitter reactions: @ManCity @SpursOfficial The Miss Penalty of the Year Sergio Aguero pic.twitter.com/X1E7p91EAt — JVC 🇲🇼 🇿🇦 🇿🇼 🇺🇸 🇬🇧. 🇪🇺 (@Chimpololo) April 9, 2019 × Sergio Aguero when the ref gifted City a penalty. #UCL #TOTMCI pic.twitter.com/nQsli8wEbz — #FootyOnTop ⚽️🏃🏾‍♂️ (@DDFootyfactory_) April 9, 2019 × Sergio Aguero’s penalty just now #TOTMCI pic.twitter.com/DHtjFj4TY5 — Andrew Jerell Jones (@sluggahjells) April 9, 2019 × Live look at Hugo loris. pic.twitter.com/qwXjTwWuXI — Alex Wile (@thewiledcard) December 29, 2018 × Spurs manager Mauricio Pochettino said on the eve of the game that his side would need to match the intensity of a City outfit oozing quality, both on the pitch and on a bench containing Kevin de Bruyne, Gabriel Jesus and Leroy Sane.

Funny Twitter reactions after Sergio Aguero misses penalty against Spurs in UCL clash

Cristiano Ronaldo has been passed fit to play for Juventus in their Champions League quarter-final first leg at Ajax Amsterdam on Wednesday, coach Massimiliano Allegri has told Sky Italia.&nbsp;

Ronaldo was rested by the Turin club after his sensational hat-trick against Atletico Madrid in the last round of the Champions League on March 12, but picked up a thigh strain while on international duty with Portugal last month.&nbsp;

Although Juve will be without defender Giorgio Chiellini and midfielder Emre Can, the return of Ronaldo will be a massive boost as they seek to end their 23-year wait to lift the Champions League trophy.

The 34-year-old is the all-time top scorer in Europe’s elite club competition and almost single-handedly dragged Juve into the last eight with his treble against Atletico in the last 16 after the Italians trailed 2-0 from the first leg.

"Unless something happens, Ronaldo will play," Allegri said. "It’s a pity not to have Chiellini and Emre Can, but the others are fine.

"Having Douglas Costa back is important, (Paulo) Dybala had a good training session this morning. (Daniele) Rugani will play at centre-back, it’s an important opportunity for him and we’re happy.

"The team is in good shape, we had some important days in training, as we can lay the foundations of qualification for the next round and then this weekend the opportunity to win the Scudetto (Serie A title) in Ferrara against SPAL."

After having been given a scare by Atletico in the last round, Allegri said his side will be more offensive in Amsterdam to ensure they get an away goal.

"Tomorrow we must play a more attacking and courageous game than with Atletico Madrid, because we cannot think of leaving here without a goal," he said.

"It’s not often that we see a turnaround of the likes we had against Atleti.

"Ajax knocked Real Madrid out, but also gave Bayern Munich problems in the group stage. It’s the first game of two and we’ll see what happens."

Ajax thrashed Real 4-1 away to reach the quaerter-finals 5-3 on aggregate having finished second in Group E behind Bayern who they held 1-1 in Munich before a 3-3 draw in Amsterdam.

Cristiano Ronaldo has been passed fit to play for Juventus in their Champions League quarter-final first leg at Ajax Amsterdam on Wednesday, coach Massimiliano Allegri has told Sky Italia.

Cristiano Ronaldo has been passed fit to play for Juventus in their Champions League quarter-final first leg at Ajax Amsterdam on Wednesday, coach Massimiliano Allegri has told Sky Italia. Ronaldo was rested by the Turin club after his sensational hat-trick against Atletico Madrid in the last round of the Champions League on March 12, but picked up a thigh strain while on international duty with Portugal last month. Although Juve will be without defender Giorgio Chiellini and midfielder Emre Can, the return of Ronaldo will be a massive boost as they seek to end their 23-year wait to lift the Champions League trophy. The 34-year-old is the all-time top scorer in Europe’s elite club competition and almost single-handedly dragged Juve into the last eight with his treble against Atletico in the last 16 after the Italians trailed 2-0 from the first leg. "Unless something happens, Ronaldo will play," Allegri said. "It’s a pity not to have Chiellini and Emre Can, but the others are fine. "Having Douglas Costa back is important, (Paulo) Dybala had a good training session this morning. (Daniele) Rugani will play at centre-back, it’s an important opportunity for him and we’re happy. "The team is in good shape, we had some important days in training, as we can lay the foundations of qualification for the next round and then this weekend the opportunity to win the Scudetto (Serie A title) in Ferrara against SPAL." After having been given a scare by Atletico in the last round, Allegri said his side will be more offensive in Amsterdam to ensure they get an away goal. "Tomorrow we must play a more attacking and courageous game than with Atletico Madrid, because we cannot think of leaving here without a goal," he said. "It’s not often that we see a turnaround of the likes we had against Atleti. "Ajax knocked Real Madrid out, but also gave Bayern Munich problems in the group stage. It’s the first game of two and we’ll see what happens." Ajax thrashed Real 4-1 away to reach the quaerter-finals 5-3 on aggregate having finished second in Group E behind Bayern who they held 1-1 in Munich before a 3-3 draw in Amsterdam.

Cristiano Ronaldo fit for Juventus clash with Ajax: Massimiliano Allegri

Tottenham Hotspur's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-son-heung-mins-late-winner-gives-tottenham-edge-over-manchester-city-209155">1-0 home win over Manchester City</a> in Champions League quarter-final first leg has been overshadowed by the Harry Kane's injury.&nbsp;

After a tackle by City's defender Fabian Delph in the second half, the Tottenham striker rolled his left ankle and limped off the pitch.&nbsp;

However, the magnitude of the injury will be clear after tests but it can be considered as a potentially season-ending injury.&nbsp;

Still, the injury leaves a major doubt over Kane's availability for next week's second leg in Manchester.&nbsp;

Kane has scored 24 goals this season and has already had a lengthy spell on the sidelines with an injury to the same ankle in January when he damaged ligaments.&nbsp;

"We are very sad and disappointed. We are going to miss him, maybe for the rest of the season, and we are worried about that. He doesn't have much time to recover," Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino told reporters.

"We'll see in the next few days. We can only look forward and hope it's not a big issue and that he can recover as soon as possible, but it doesn't look good."&nbsp;

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Pochettino exchanged angry words with Delph after the incident, in which the City player appeared to stand on Kane's ankle as the pair tussled for the ball.&nbsp;

Tottenham Hotspur's 1-0 home win over Manchester City in Champions League quarter-final first leg has been overshadowed by the Harry Kane's injury. After a tackle by City's defender Fabian Delph in the second half, the Tottenham striker rolled his left ankle and limped off the pitch.

Tottenham Hotspur's 1-0 home win over Manchester City in Champions League quarter-final first leg has been overshadowed by the Harry Kane's injury. After a tackle by City's defender Fabian Delph in the second half, the Tottenham striker rolled his left ankle and limped off the pitch. However, the magnitude of the injury will be clear after tests but it can be considered as a potentially season-ending injury. Still, the injury leaves a major doubt over Kane's availability for next week's second leg in Manchester. Kane has scored 24 goals this season and has already had a lengthy spell on the sidelines with an injury to the same ankle in January when he damaged ligaments. "We are very sad and disappointed. We are going to miss him, maybe for the rest of the season, and we are worried about that. He doesn't have much time to recover," Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino told reporters. "We'll see in the next few days. We can only look forward and hope it's not a big issue and that he can recover as soon as possible, but it doesn't look good." "It looks like the same ankle and a similar injury." "We're very sad. We're maybe going to miss him for the rest of the season." 😔 Mauricio Pochettino speaks to @DesKellyBTS about the extent of Harry Kane's injury... pic.twitter.com/8Nee4ElMsO — Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) April 9, 2019 × Pochettino exchanged angry words with Delph after the incident, in which the City player appeared to stand on Kane's ankle as the pair tussled for the ball.

Harry Kane maybe out for rest of the season: Mauricio Pochettino

Son Heung-min once again proved there is more to Tottenham Hotspur than Harry Kane as the South Korean's late goal secured a 1-0 home win over Manchester City in an absorbing Champions League quarter-final first leg on Tuesday.

With Spurs talisman Kane having hobbled off injured and favourites City beginning to turn the screw, Son sent the home fans inside the London club's majestic new stadium into delirium as he fired past Ederson in the 78th minute.

It gave Tottenham a slender but precious advantage to take to City's Etihad Stadium next week when they will attempt to reach the Champions League semi-finals for the first time.

Quadruple-chasing City were not at their best as Spurs chased and harried Pep Guardiola's side for 90 minutes and they will rue Sergio Aguero's first-half penalty miss.

The Argentine was handed the chance to put City ahead when full-back Danny Rose was controversially adjudged by VAR to have used his arm to block a shot, but his 13th-minute spot kick was brilliantly saved by Hugo Lloris.

The French keeper's heroics produced a deafening roar not heard along the Tottenham High Road since Spurs moved out of their old stadium two years ago, but it was nothing compared to the sound that greeted Son's 78th-minute winner.

"As a team we never give up, we fight until 90 minutes. I think we deserved to win, we were more clinical than them," said Son, who last week scored the first Premier League goal in the 62,000-seat arena, and now owns the first European strike there.

"I like this stadium, it is amazing to play here, I am grateful for the opportunity to play at this stadium," he added.

Superb Stop

Tottenham fans in the 17,500 capacity South Stand displayed placards before kickoff spelling out the club's motto 'To Dare is To Do' -- and their team obliged, going toe-to-toe with a side who had won 21 of their last 23 games in all competitions.

Dele Alli volleyed Moussa Sissoko's cross over early on but Tottenham were then stopped in their tracks.

Raheem Sterling cut in and fired goalwards and Rose, diving to block, was harshly penalised for handball, courtesy of VAR, despite no City players even appealing for a penalty.

France international Lloris, who has come in for criticism this season, guessed right and made a superb stop.

Spurs manager Mauricio Pochettino said on the eve of the game that his side would need to match the intensity of a City outfit oozing quality, both on the pitch and on a bench containing Kevin de Bruyne, Gabriel Jesus and Leroy Sane.

Tottenham worked hard to deny City time, with the once maligned Sissoko immense, but after England forward Kane hobbled off just before the hour mark with a worrying-looking ankle injury after a clash with City's surprise inclusion at left back Fabian Delph, the hosts appeared to be flagging.

City, for whom Sterling was a constant menace, were hunting an away goal but then Son, who has a knack of scoring for the side Guardiola once described as the "Harry Kane team" when their talisman has been sidelined, struck the decisive blow.

At first the Korean's control from Christian Eriksen's measured pass was sloppy, but Son retrieved the ball, then cut in from the byline and lashed a shot past Ederson.

Guardiola sent on De Bruyne and Sane in the 89th minute, but Tottenham survived six minutes of stoppage time to leave City with a stiff task next week.

"Sometimes 1-0 is better than 0-0, as you know exactly what you have to do," Guardiola, whose side lost to Liverpool in last season's quarter-finals after a 3-0 first-leg defeat, said.

"We have to go out to score goals."

Son Heung-min once again proved there is more to Tottenham Hotspur than Harry Kane as the South Korean's late goal secured a 1-0 home win over Manchester City in an absorbing Champions League quarter-final first leg on Tuesday.

Son Heung-min once again proved there is more to Tottenham Hotspur than Harry Kane as the South Korean's late goal secured a 1-0 home win over Manchester City in an absorbing Champions League quarter-final first leg on Tuesday. With Spurs talisman Kane having hobbled off injured and favourites City beginning to turn the screw, Son sent the home fans inside the London club's majestic new stadium into delirium as he fired past Ederson in the 78th minute. It gave Tottenham a slender but precious advantage to take to City's Etihad Stadium next week when they will attempt to reach the Champions League semi-finals for the first time. Quadruple-chasing City were not at their best as Spurs chased and harried Pep Guardiola's side for 90 minutes and they will rue Sergio Aguero's first-half penalty miss. The Argentine was handed the chance to put City ahead when full-back Danny Rose was controversially adjudged by VAR to have used his arm to block a shot, but his 13th-minute spot kick was brilliantly saved by Hugo Lloris. The French keeper's heroics produced a deafening roar not heard along the Tottenham High Road since Spurs moved out of their old stadium two years ago, but it was nothing compared to the sound that greeted Son's 78th-minute winner. "As a team we never give up, we fight until 90 minutes. I think we deserved to win, we were more clinical than them," said Son, who last week scored the first Premier League goal in the 62,000-seat arena, and now owns the first European strike there. "I like this stadium, it is amazing to play here, I am grateful for the opportunity to play at this stadium," he added. Superb Stop Tottenham fans in the 17,500 capacity South Stand displayed placards before kickoff spelling out the club's motto 'To Dare is To Do' -- and their team obliged, going toe-to-toe with a side who had won 21 of their last 23 games in all competitions. Dele Alli volleyed Moussa Sissoko's cross over early on but Tottenham were then stopped in their tracks. Raheem Sterling cut in and fired goalwards and Rose, diving to block, was harshly penalised for handball, courtesy of VAR, despite no City players even appealing for a penalty. France international Lloris, who has come in for criticism this season, guessed right and made a superb stop. Spurs manager Mauricio Pochettino said on the eve of the game that his side would need to match the intensity of a City outfit oozing quality, both on the pitch and on a bench containing Kevin de Bruyne, Gabriel Jesus and Leroy Sane. Tottenham worked hard to deny City time, with the once maligned Sissoko immense, but after England forward Kane hobbled off just before the hour mark with a worrying-looking ankle injury after a clash with City's surprise inclusion at left back Fabian Delph, the hosts appeared to be flagging. City, for whom Sterling was a constant menace, were hunting an away goal but then Son, who has a knack of scoring for the side Guardiola once described as the "Harry Kane team" when their talisman has been sidelined, struck the decisive blow. At first the Korean's control from Christian Eriksen's measured pass was sloppy, but Son retrieved the ball, then cut in from the byline and lashed a shot past Ederson. Guardiola sent on De Bruyne and Sane in the 89th minute, but Tottenham survived six minutes of stoppage time to leave City with a stiff task next week. "Sometimes 1-0 is better than 0-0, as you know exactly what you have to do," Guardiola, whose side lost to Liverpool in last season's quarter-finals after a 3-0 first-leg defeat, said. "We have to go out to score goals."

Champions League: Son Heung-min's late winner gives Tottenham edge over Manchester City

Goals from Naby Keita and Roberto Firmino earned Liverpool a 2-0 win over Porto on Tuesday as Juergen Klopp's side took the upper hand in their Champions League quarter-final tie without killing off their Portuguese opponents.

There remains plenty of work to do for the Premier League leaders, who will be disappointed they were unable to gain a bigger advantage for next week's second leg.

On a bitterly cold night at Anfield, Liverpool were well below their best and Porto deserve credit for a determined performance after going two goals down in 26 minutes.

"We lost a little bit of direction in the second half, but there's nothing to criticise, 2-0 is a very, very good result," said Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp.

"We knew we had to play the second game and we cannot decide the tie tonight, so now we have to go there and fight again," he added.

The visitors fired an early warning shot with Moussa Marega blasting narrowly wide in the second minute but the home side took the lead three minutes later through a Keita shot which deflected off Porto midfielder Oliver Torres and beat the helpless Iker Casillas.

Mohamed Salah then forced Casillas into a low save with a sharp shot on the turn, but the Egyptian should have done better in the 22nd minute when he placed the ball wide when through on goal, after being played in by a sloppy Porto pass.

Liverpool had their second four minutes later -- Jordan Henderson split the Porto defence with a superb pass to Trent Alexander-Arnold, whose low cross was tapped in from close range by Firmino

The Brazilian should have added to his tally, but blasted over after a good cross from Henderson, who was again enjoying a more advanced midfield role.

Porto though showed they were not about to roll over -- the dangerous Marega had a low drive well saved by the legs of Liverpool keeper Alisson Becker.

The visitors also felt they should have had a penalty when the ball struck Alexander-Arnold's arm as he shepherded it out but after a VAR review the appeal was rejected.

Sadio Mane had an effort ruled out for offside three minutes after the interval, but apart from another Marega chance in the 69th minute there were few clear-cut opportunities in the second half.

The Portuguese side fought well to stay in the game in a scrappy second half to give themselves a chance of a comeback at home in next week's second leg.

They will, however, be angered when they see television replays of Salah's over the top, raised studs challenge on Porto's Danilo Pereira five minutes from the end for which he could easily have been dismissed.

Although Spanish referee Antonio Mateu Lahoz gave a foul Salah did not even receive a yellow card.

Goals from Naby Keita and Roberto Firmino earned Liverpool a 2-0 win over Porto on Tuesday as Juergen Klopp's side took the upper hand in their Champions League quarter-final tie without killing off their Portuguese opponents.

Goals from Naby Keita and Roberto Firmino earned Liverpool a 2-0 win over Porto on Tuesday as Juergen Klopp's side took the upper hand in their Champions League quarter-final tie without killing off their Portuguese opponents. There remains plenty of work to do for the Premier League leaders, who will be disappointed they were unable to gain a bigger advantage for next week's second leg. On a bitterly cold night at Anfield, Liverpool were well below their best and Porto deserve credit for a determined performance after going two goals down in 26 minutes. "We lost a little bit of direction in the second half, but there's nothing to criticise, 2-0 is a very, very good result," said Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp. "We knew we had to play the second game and we cannot decide the tie tonight, so now we have to go there and fight again," he added. The visitors fired an early warning shot with Moussa Marega blasting narrowly wide in the second minute but the home side took the lead three minutes later through a Keita shot which deflected off Porto midfielder Oliver Torres and beat the helpless Iker Casillas. Mohamed Salah then forced Casillas into a low save with a sharp shot on the turn, but the Egyptian should have done better in the 22nd minute when he placed the ball wide when through on goal, after being played in by a sloppy Porto pass. Liverpool had their second four minutes later -- Jordan Henderson split the Porto defence with a superb pass to Trent Alexander-Arnold, whose low cross was tapped in from close range by Firmino The Brazilian should have added to his tally, but blasted over after a good cross from Henderson, who was again enjoying a more advanced midfield role. Porto though showed they were not about to roll over -- the dangerous Marega had a low drive well saved by the legs of Liverpool keeper Alisson Becker. The visitors also felt they should have had a penalty when the ball struck Alexander-Arnold's arm as he shepherded it out but after a VAR review the appeal was rejected. Sadio Mane had an effort ruled out for offside three minutes after the interval, but apart from another Marega chance in the 69th minute there were few clear-cut opportunities in the second half. The Portuguese side fought well to stay in the game in a scrappy second half to give themselves a chance of a comeback at home in next week's second leg. They will, however, be angered when they see television replays of Salah's over the top, raised studs challenge on Porto's Danilo Pereira five minutes from the end for which he could easily have been dismissed. Although Spanish referee Antonio Mateu Lahoz gave a foul Salah did not even receive a yellow card.

Champions League: Naby Keita and Roberto Firmino give Liverpool 2-0 win over Porto

Manchester City's London-born forward Raheem Sterling has said more players need to speak out when they suffer racism if the problem is to be eradicated from the game, but disagreed with the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-managers-stand-togerther-to-fight-against-racist-abuse-206678">proposal of walking off the pitch</a> in response.

Sterling has earned widespread support for his stand on the subject in the wake of racist abuse he encountered during England's Euro 2020 qualifier in Montenegro.

Earlier this season, he also accused sections of the British media of fuelling the problem with a negative portrayal of young black players.

"I don't think I'm trying to make a difference, or making a difference," Sterling told reporters ahead of Manchester City's Champions League quarter-final first leg at Tottenham Hotspur on Tuesday.

"It's about speaking about what you have experienced and some people have probably shied away from that.

"If more players speak up then the better it will be."

However, when asked if he would support walking off the pitch in response to any abuse, as several Premier League managers have recently backed, Sterling said it would be better to stay on and let football provide the adequate riposte.

"I wouldn't personally agree with it (walking off), because I think to go out and win the game would hurt them even more. Score a goal or win the match, that's a better feeling, that beats them," he added.

Tottenham defender Danny Rose, who was also subjected to racial abuse in Montenegro, said last week he "could not wait to leave football" after becoming frustrated with the way the authorities are dealing with the problem.

"I respect his comments and it's a shame to hear that," Sterling said. "It's a shame to hear that really.

"For someone like him -- and not everyone can take it the same way -- it's not a nice thing to hear."

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino was asked whether he had spoken to Rose about his comments.

"It's a very delicate situation, it's not easy, it's very personal how you manage your emotion," Pochettino said.

"We're here trying to help him and everyone that can feel that emotion of being abused. It's a thing that we are of course fighting all together to try to stop."

Beyond Football

Pochettino said the issue was nothing new and that it was a problem that reached beyond football, even if the likes of Rose and Sterling had brought it into the spotlight.

"It's a thing in our society that we need to fight and be against all together to stop that happening again," he said.

"It's not only that Danny suffered the other day with Sterling and different people. It happens with people in the street and you and me, we don't know about it and maybe they suffer more than the people we know.

"With Danny and Sterling of course we're very sorry for them but they have the capacity and the power because they're famous people who can denounce it. How many people on the outside cannot say anything, only can go home and cry?"

Tottenham's South Korean forward Son Heung-min has also been a target for abuse and said players must fight together.

"We should just protect the player who gets racism and fight all together," Son said.

Manchester City's London-born forward Raheem Sterling has said more players need to speak out when they suffer racism if the problem is to be eradicated from the game, but disagreed with the proposal of walking off the pitch in response.

Manchester City's London-born forward Raheem Sterling has said more players need to speak out when they suffer racism if the problem is to be eradicated from the game, but disagreed with the proposal of walking off the pitch in response. Sterling has earned widespread support for his stand on the subject in the wake of racist abuse he encountered during England's Euro 2020 qualifier in Montenegro. Earlier this season, he also accused sections of the British media of fuelling the problem with a negative portrayal of young black players. "I don't think I'm trying to make a difference, or making a difference," Sterling told reporters ahead of Manchester City's Champions League quarter-final first leg at Tottenham Hotspur on Tuesday. "It's about speaking about what you have experienced and some people have probably shied away from that. "If more players speak up then the better it will be." However, when asked if he would support walking off the pitch in response to any abuse, as several Premier League managers have recently backed, Sterling said it would be better to stay on and let football provide the adequate riposte. "I wouldn't personally agree with it (walking off), because I think to go out and win the game would hurt them even more. Score a goal or win the match, that's a better feeling, that beats them," he added. Tottenham defender Danny Rose, who was also subjected to racial abuse in Montenegro, said last week he "could not wait to leave football" after becoming frustrated with the way the authorities are dealing with the problem. "I respect his comments and it's a shame to hear that," Sterling said. "It's a shame to hear that really. "For someone like him -- and not everyone can take it the same way -- it's not a nice thing to hear." Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino was asked whether he had spoken to Rose about his comments. "It's a very delicate situation, it's not easy, it's very personal how you manage your emotion," Pochettino said. "We're here trying to help him and everyone that can feel that emotion of being abused. It's a thing that we are of course fighting all together to try to stop." Beyond Football Pochettino said the issue was nothing new and that it was a problem that reached beyond football, even if the likes of Rose and Sterling had brought it into the spotlight. "It's a thing in our society that we need to fight and be against all together to stop that happening again," he said. "It's not only that Danny suffered the other day with Sterling and different people. It happens with people in the street and you and me, we don't know about it and maybe they suffer more than the people we know. "With Danny and Sterling of course we're very sorry for them but they have the capacity and the power because they're famous people who can denounce it. How many people on the outside cannot say anything, only can go home and cry?" Tottenham's South Korean forward Son Heung-min has also been a target for abuse and said players must fight together. "We should just protect the player who gets racism and fight all together," Son said.

Raheem Sterling says more must speak out against racism

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said that the team need to focus on the upcoming crucial matches as there is no time to drink one "drop of beer or alcohol" if the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/kevin-de-bruyne-and-pep-guardiola-say-quadruple-impossible-but-bernardo-silva-disagrees-208636">players seek a quadruple bid</a>.&nbsp;

After Saturday's 1-0 semi-final win over Brighton and Hove Albion, City are still on course to potentially add the FA Cup, English Premier League and UEFA Champions League and to this season's Carabao Cup victory.&nbsp;

In a press conference, Pep said, "We don't have too much time to tell ourselves 'oh we're so good, how nice everything is.'"&nbsp;

He added, "Because the only focus now is to not drink one drop of beer or alcohol, eat good, rest – regeneration tomorrow, regeneration the day after tomorrow – and prepare for the game against one of the best teams in the Premier League and Europe (Tottenham Hotspur) when they have had six days to prepare and we've had two-and-a-half."&nbsp;

There are just two days for them to prepare between Saturday's FA Cup victory and Tuesday's UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg against Tottenham Hotspur.

And with Spurs going into the all-English European tie having had a six-day rest period, Guardiola has conceded that the north London side have an advantage.&nbsp;

Guardiola is also worried over the injuries as he said, "Every game we lose players. &nbsp;I don't know whether Kyle Walker will be fit and we are where we are."&nbsp;

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said that the team need to focus on the upcoming crucial matches as there is no time to drink one "drop of beer or alcohol" if the players seek a quadruple bid.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said that the team need to focus on the upcoming crucial matches as there is no time to drink one "drop of beer or alcohol" if the players seek a quadruple bid. After Saturday's 1-0 semi-final win over Brighton and Hove Albion, City are still on course to potentially add the FA Cup, English Premier League and UEFA Champions League and to this season's Carabao Cup victory. In a press conference, Pep said, "We don't have too much time to tell ourselves 'oh we're so good, how nice everything is.'" He added, "Because the only focus now is to not drink one drop of beer or alcohol, eat good, rest – regeneration tomorrow, regeneration the day after tomorrow – and prepare for the game against one of the best teams in the Premier League and Europe (Tottenham Hotspur) when they have had six days to prepare and we've had two-and-a-half." There are just two days for them to prepare between Saturday's FA Cup victory and Tuesday's UEFA Champions League quarter-final first leg against Tottenham Hotspur. And with Spurs going into the all-English European tie having had a six-day rest period, Guardiola has conceded that the north London side have an advantage. Guardiola is also worried over the injuries as he said, "Every game we lose players. I don't know whether Kyle Walker will be fit and we are where we are."

Pep Guardiola: 'No time to drink a drop of beer' ahead of Tottenham clash

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/search?q=Pep+Guardiola">Pep Guardiola</a> said that Manchester City need to play 'like a machine' if they are to win a historic quadruple this season.&nbsp;

While interacting with the media, Guardiola said, "We aren't thinking too much about the title, it's what's next. What's next is Cardiff, prepare well and go like a machine to win, to play, and then try to win."&nbsp;

He added, "One day it might not happen and then accept the reality, so that is what it is. Mentally the people (players) are ready."&nbsp;

After the previous 2-0 win over Fulham at Craven Cottage on Saturday, City are back to the top of the Premier League table.&nbsp;

Also, the seventh successive league victory keeps alive City's hopes an unprecedented quadruple of League Cup, Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League trophies this season.&nbsp;

City's boss Guardiola believes his players have the mental strength needed to achieve the quadruple bid.&nbsp;

"So mentally we are there. I think we are there, the players are not stupid. The fact we are living something so difficult to achieve - arriving the beginning of April to fight," said Guardiola.&nbsp;

"We have won two titles this season and fighting for the other three. So, they know the way we start to play, they show me they want to do it (win the quadruple)," he added.&nbsp;

Manchester City will face Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League quarter-finals, and Brighton and Hove Albion in the last four of the FA Cup.&nbsp;

Pep Guardiola said that Manchester City need to play 'like a machine' if they are to win a historic quadruple this season. While interacting with the media, Guardiola said, "We aren't thinking too much about the title, it's what's next.

Pep Guardiola said that Manchester City need to play 'like a machine' if they are to win a historic quadruple this season. While interacting with the media, Guardiola said, "We aren't thinking too much about the title, it's what's next. What's next is Cardiff, prepare well and go like a machine to win, to play, and then try to win." He added, "One day it might not happen and then accept the reality, so that is what it is. Mentally the people (players) are ready." After the previous 2-0 win over Fulham at Craven Cottage on Saturday, City are back to the top of the Premier League table. Also, the seventh successive league victory keeps alive City's hopes an unprecedented quadruple of League Cup, Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League trophies this season. City's boss Guardiola believes his players have the mental strength needed to achieve the quadruple bid. "So mentally we are there. I think we are there, the players are not stupid. The fact we are living something so difficult to achieve - arriving the beginning of April to fight," said Guardiola. "We have won two titles this season and fighting for the other three. So, they know the way we start to play, they show me they want to do it (win the quadruple)," he added. Manchester City will face Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League quarter-finals, and Brighton and Hove Albion in the last four of the FA Cup.

Be like a 'machine': Pep Guardiola to Manchester City on quadruple bid