In recent football news, Real Madrid's goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois, earned high praise for his exceptional performance in the Champions League match against Stuttgart, with some fans comparing him to legends Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, but in the role of a goalkeeper. This match showcased Courtois's crucial saves and skills, reinforcing his status as a top player in his position.

Celtic's Champions League campaign began impressively, with a 5-1 victory over Slovan Bratislava. Manager Brendan Rodgers applauded his team's "greed, hunger, and mentality" following the win. A standout performance from the young Arne Engels, aged 21, was highlighted as a key factor in Celtic's successful start to their Champions League journey.

In other news, Manchester City's coach, Pep Guardiola, expressed admiration for his team's performance despite a draw against Inter in their Champions League opener. Guardiola praised his team's display and took a moment to comment on Inter's defensive approach to the game.

Meanwhile, the football community has reacted with concern to reports of racist abuse directed at England players Jude Bellingham and Bukayo Saka during Euro 2024. Authorities are set to investigate the online racist abuse aimed at the players, underlining the continued struggle against racism in football.

Lastly, transfer gossip and player news remain a hot topic, with reports suggesting Chelsea might consider allowing Mykhailo Mudryk to leave in January, and Arsenal starting contract talks with Gabriel. Additionally, AC Milan has reportedly made contact with former Dortmund boss Edin Terzic, indicating potential managerial and player movements in the near future.