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Dier delight
Eric Dier described making his Bayern Munich debut as a “proud moment for me and my family” after featuring in the 1-0 win over Union Berlin last night.
The January loan signing from Tottenham replaced Dayot Upamecano at half-time of the victory and helped the Bundesliga champions move to within four point of leaders Bayer Leverkusen.
He said: “I really enjoy playing here and I’m happy to have made my debut here at this stadium.
“It’s a very proud moment for me and my family and obviously I really enjoyed it.
“I’m really happy with how I’ve settled and obviously to make my debut and hopefully I can continue to help my team.”
“A very proud moment for me” 🤝
Eric Dier reacts to making his debut for Bayern Munich during their 1-0 win over Union Berlin. pic.twitter.com/NRCEfMatRF
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) January 24, 2024
Mad for it
Ange Postecoglou has revealed James Maddison is fit to start Tottenham’s FA Cup tie with Manchester City on Friday.
The England international has been out injured with an ankle issue for over two months but has fully recovered.
Postecoglou said: “Madders has been training with us, has had a full training week. He’s in a good place.
“Everyone’s ok from the last game. Deki’s recovered from illness.
“The boys had four days off last week, which was good.”
The latest team news from Ange ahead of #TOTMCI 🗣️ pic.twitter.com/6ugvemrbBG
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) January 25, 2024
Barca blues
Barcelona boss Xavi is excited about the club’s future despite their Copa del Rey exit to Athletic Bilbao.
Barca lost the quarter-final tie 4-2 after extra-time with 16-year-old Lamine Yamal’s stunning solo effort earlier in the game proving to be redundant.
And their legendary former player and current boss believes there is plenty to be excited about.
He said: “All coaches at big clubs depend on trophies but I feel pride at how we competed against a great team until the end, especially the youngsters.
“We’re playing with kids. The squad is small.
“I think this is the start of something big. Whether I am here or not, Barca have a big future.”