The Daily Football Briefing

The Champions League returns: why this year could spring a surprise

Chelsea leave it late at Selhurst Park. Simon Johnson was on hand to watch the Blues fight back against Crystal Palace and move up to tenth.
The Champions League returns. Which games should you be excited about and who are the favourites? Michael Cox previews the round of 16.
Is it now or never for Mbappe to Real Madrid? Mario Cortegana has the latest on the French striker's saga.

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Executive Producer: Iain Macintosh
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