Summary

  1. Alisson injury blow for Liverpoolpublished at 08:06 British Summer Time

    Today's newspapers

    The Daily Express

    Now let's have a look at today's newspapers, which are dominated by cricketer Joe Root after he became England's all-time leading runscorer in Test cricket.

    The Express also has news on Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson's injury and John Stones' comments on England's interim boss Lee Carsley.

    Back page of the Daily Express on 10 October 2024Image source, Daily Express
  2. Set-pieces cost the Gunners - Eidevallpublished at 07:59 British Summer Time

    Bayern Munich 5-2 Arsenal

    Arsenal

    Arsenal head coach Jonas Eidevall said: "It’s a football game at a high tempo and obviously we’re very disappointed with the result and the way things turned out in the second half.

    "We played a good first half. I think Bayern came out with a lot of energy in the second half and they were very effective on set-pieces. We weren’t good at defending those, and that’s why we couldn’t get a better result today."

    Coach Jonas Eidevall applauds the Arsenal fans after their defeat Bayern MunichImage source, Reuters
  3. Harder hat-trick sinks Gunnerspublished at 07:48 British Summer Time

    Bayern Munich 5-2 Arsenal

    Charlotte Coates
    BBC Sport

    Pernille Harder's hat-trick ensured Arsenal's return to the Women's Champions League ended in defeat in an end-to-end encounter against Bayern Munich in Germany.

    The former Chelsea forward, who had failed to score in her previous five European games, met Carolin Simon's corner to head her side into a 3-2 lead.

    This came eight minutes after Laia Codina had powered in a header from Katie McCabe's corner to level the tie at 2-2.

    Denmark international Harder cemented the points for the hosts with another header in the 78th minute, before completing her hat-trick four minutes from time after goalkeeper Manuela Zinsberger spilled her initial save.

    Pernille Harder celebrates after scoring against ArsenalImage source, Reuters
  4. 'For Layzell to do that is unbelievable'published at 07:45 British Summer Time

    Man City 2-0 Barcelona

    Manchester City

    On Naomi Layzell, Manchester City boss Gareth Taylor said: "To do that, scoring and assisting when she was playing out of position against Barcelona, is unbelievable.

    "It is special. I think if you get to know Naomi then you will say it doesn't surprise you. She is very humble and coachable. She's playing in a non-favoured position at right-back because she is a centre-back. She will be on cloud nine."

    Manchester City manager Gareth Taylor pats goal scorer Naomi Layzell on the face as she is helped to her feet by medical staff during the home game against BarcelonaImage source, EPA
  5. Layzell shines on European debut as Man City stun Barcapublished at 07:39 British Summer Time

    Man City 2-0 Barcelona

    Emma Sanders
    BBC Sport women’s football news reporter at Joie Stadium

    England defender Naomi Layzell scored a goal and assisted another on her Women's Champions League debut as Manchester City stunned defending champions Barcelona at Joie Stadium.

    Layzell, 20, had never scored in senior football before Wednesday's showdown with Barcelona but she scrambled in a corner to give City a first-half lead.

    She completed a fairytale evening by supplying the pass that sent striker Khadija Shaw through one-on-one with goalkeeper Catalina Coll and the Jamaican slotted the ball home for City's second of the night.

    Having spent the opening minutes being tested by two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas, young full-back Layzell eventually stamped her mark and it will be an evening she will not forget.

    Naomi Layzell gets to her feet after scoring against Barcelona while her Manchester City team-mates celebrateImage source, PA Media
  6. What's to come?published at 07:32 British Summer Time

    We're going to move on from that sad news for now and have a look at Wednesday's action in the Women's Champions League, along with today's newspapers.

  7. 'A friend, great teammate, great player and also a great family man'published at 07:29 British Summer Time

    George Baldock and Dean Henderson celebrate while playing for Sheffield UnitedImage source, Getty Images

    Crystal Palace and England goalkeeper Dean Henderson played alongside George Baldock at Sheffield United.

    He posted a picture of the pair on Instagram with the caption: "Devastated to hear the news today. A friend, great teammate, great player and also a great family man. Sending all my love to all the family. RIP brother."

    There are more tributes to George in this story.

    If there are any updates later today then we'll bring those to you.

  8. 'Greek community in shock'published at 07:19 British Summer Time

    Nikos Papanikolaou
    BBC News

    The Greek football community is in shock. The news of Baldock's sudden death plunged the country into mourning.

    The members of the Greek national team - who are currently in London as they're facing England on Thursday night - are struggling to believe the tragic news. Baldock played 12 games for Greece - his last appearance was in March 2024 against Georgia.

    The Greek team has asked Uefa to be able to wear black armbands against England, and also to hold a moment of silence before the game.

    Baldock was being searched for by his wife for several hours, as she couldn't reach him. The owner of the house where Baldock was living was contacted, and he was the one who found the 31-year-old player's body inside the pool.

    An official statement by Greek police is expected on Thursday - but sources inside the police are saying there are no indications of foul play. The cause of death will be determined by an autopsy in the next few days.

    Police pictured outside the home of George Baldock in Glyfada, southern Athens, after the footballer's deathImage source, Reuters
  9. 'There are no words to describe the human pain'published at 07:13 British Summer Time

    England v Greece (19:45 BST)

    George Baldock was born in Buckingham and started his career at MK Dons in 2009 before joining Sheffield United in 2017.

    He qualified for Greece through his grandmother and made his international debut in June 2022, in a 1-0 win over Northern Ireland in Belfast.

    Greece play England in the Nations League at Wembley later, although Baldock, who had earned 12 caps, had not been selected for the game.

    The Greece national team said in a statement: "With profound sadness and sorrow, the national team and the Greek Football Federation bid farewell to George Baldock.

    "There are no words to describe the human pain caused by the news of the unexpected loss of one of our own, young, man. The moment forces silence. Condolences to his family. Condolences from his second family."

    George Baldock playing for Greece against Kazakhstan in the Euro 2024 play-offsImage source, Getty Images
  10. Baldock was 'extremely popular with supporters, staff and team-mates'published at 07:09 British Summer Time

    A statement from George Baldock's family read: "We can confirm that George has sadly passed away. As a family we are in shock at this terrible loss."

    His club Panathinaikos said in a statement: "We are shocked by the loss of our George. The family of Panathinaikos mourns his untimely death. We stand with the family and loved ones of George Baldock."

    Sheffield United also expressed their shock at the news, saying: "The defender left the club in the summer after seven years at Bramall Lane and was extremely popular with supporters, staff and team-mates who pulled on a red and white shirt alongside him.

    "The sincere condolences of everyone associated with Sheffield United are extended to George’s family and friends."

  11. Former Sheff Utd defender Baldock dies aged 31published at 07:04 British Summer Time

    George Baldock while playing for Sheffield UnitedImage source, Getty Images

    Former Sheffield United defender George Baldock has died at the age of 31.

    The England-born Greece international was found dead in the swimming pool of his house in Glyfada, southern Athens.

    Police attempted to resuscitate Baldock at the scene but he could not be revived and medical emergency units confirmed his death, Reuters news agency reported, citing a police official.

    Baldock had joined Greek side Panathinaikos in the summer after seven years at the Blades.

    Baldock had made four appearances for Panathinaikos and started in their goalless draw with Olympiakos on Sunday.

  12. Good morningpublished at 07:00 British Summer Time

    And welcome to today's live page, where we'll be bringing you reaction to Wednesday's Women's Champions League games and build-up to England hosting Greece in the Nations League later.

    But first we have some tragic news to bring you from out in Greece.