Liverpool have been hit with a blow as Alisson Becker is set to remain sidelined until after the international break.
The Brazilian goalkeeper will miss the upcoming showdown with Chelsea and isn’t expected back until mid-October, leaving Liverpool to turn to their back-up options. His absence raises fresh questions about the team’s defensive solidity in a season where every point feels critical.
Meanwhile in Europe, Alejandro Garnacho found himself in a reflective mood after helping Chelsea bag three points in the Champions League.
Speaking calmly about his past with Manchester United, the winger said:
“I’ve got nothing bad to say about my old club. There are just difficult moments in life. I’m happy to be here now, playing in this competition and helping my team win today.”
Over in Spain, tempers flared once again as Vinicius Junior showed his frustration after being substituted by Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso. This time, however, his anger wasn’t aimed at the coach.
The Brazilian clashed with teammates during the game, particularly after Arda Güler passed to Kylian Mbappé instead of him, and later when youngster Mastantuono opted to shoot rather than set him up in front of goal. By the time he was taken off, Vinicius’ irritation was clear from his body language on the sideline.
Xabi later brushed off the incident, telling reporters:
“It wasn’t a big deal. Not today. Vini wasn’t complaining—just making a comment we all understood.”
