Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr says the display of a banner highlighting Rodri's Ballon d'Or win before kick-off at Manchester City motivated him even more to win the Champions League play-off first leg.

Manchester City fans taunted Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr with a banner showing Rodri clutching the Ballon d’Or during the two sides’ Champions League clash. Manchester City hosted the first leg of a heavyweight play-off tie at the Etihad Stadium as two potential tournament contenders look to preserve their place in the competition.

Manchester City fans taunted Real Madrid and Vinicius Junior ahead of their Champions League playoff on Tuesday by unfurling a giant banner of Rodri kissing the Ballon d'Or. The Spain midfielder was voted the best player in the world last year ahead of Madrid forward Vinicius.

The first-ever edition of the UEFA Champions League knockout phase playoffs is officially here, and will begin with a bang on Tuesday as Manchester City play host to Real Madrid. The last two winners of the Champions League were surprisingly poor during the league phase,

Real Madrid renews its Champions League rivalry against Manchester City in the first leg of the playoff at the Etihad. Head coach Carlo Ancelotti has had many s

Holders Manchester United will host Fulham in the FA Cup fifth round as Manchester City take on giant killers Plymouth Argyle. Plymouth dumped Premier League leaders Liverpool out of the competition on Sunday and their reward is a trip to the Etihad to take on Pep Guardiola’s side.