Xabi Alonso credits Florian Wirtz for helping him secure the Real Madrid manager job following their undefeated double-winning season at Bayer Leverkusen. Ahead of their Champions League match, Alonso expressed confidence in Wirtz's ability to adapt to Liverpool, despite his initial struggles since his £100 million move.

• Florian Wirtz moved to Liverpool in a £100 million ($131 million) deal in June but has yet to score for the club.
• Xabi Alonso and Wirtz achieved an undefeated German league and Cup double with Bayer Leverkusen in 2023/24.
• Trent Alexander-Arnold, who also moved from Liverpool to Real Madrid, has struggled with injuries and squad selection.

Bayern Munich's veteran goalkeeper, Manuel Neuer, believes the team knows how to "hurt" Paris Saint-Germain ahead of their Champions League clash. Bayern is in record-breaking form, having won all 15 of their matches across all competitions this season.

• Bayern Munich has won all 15 of their matches in all competitions this campaign.
• Goalkeeper Manuel Neuer stated the team has no fear and is playing to win against PSG.
• England captain Harry Kane has scored 22 goals during Bayern's 15-game winning streak.

Liverpool boss Arne Slot stated he will give Trent Alexander-Arnold a warm reception when Real Madrid plays at Anfield, despite the defender leaving Liverpool for the Spanish giants earlier this year after running down his contract.

• Alexander-Arnold helped Liverpool win two Premier League titles and the Champions League.
• The England international was booed by Liverpool fans in his final months at the club, but Slot remembers his "great moments" for the team.
• Real Madrid arrives in better form than last year, currently five points clear in La Liga and with a perfect record in the Champions League group stage.

Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Vitinha believes tomorrow's Champions League clash against Bayern Munich will determine "the two best teams in Europe," despite his coach Luis Enrique adopting a more cautious tone.

• PSG enters the match with three wins from three in the Champions League group stage.
• Bayern Munich has an impressive record of 15 consecutive wins in all competitions this season.
• Vitinha stated that "The answer will be given tomorrow. We have to talk on the pitch."