Liverpool marked their return to the Champions League with a convincing 3-1 victory over AC Milan as head coach Arne Slot produced a strong response to questions over his selection policy.
Aston Villa paid the perfect tribute to former striker Gary Shaw as they enjoyed a dream Champions League debut with a 3-0 win at Young Boys.
Sami Khedira has urged his former club, VfB Stuttgart, to display bravery in their UEFA Champions League opener against Real Madrid on Tuesday.
Netherlands and Germany drew 2-2 in a thrilling Nations League clash in Amsterdam, but Nathan Ake's night ended in disappointment as he was stretchered off.
Aston Villa's Champions League debut sees a British showdown with Celtic and a nostalgic clash with Bayern Munich, promising thrilling encounters.
Ruthless Real Madrid struck twice in the second half to beat Borussia Dortmund at Wembley and seal a 15th Champions League crown.