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Bavaria's Kingsley Coman
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The Spanish press pays tribute to Bayern Munich after beating Atlético Madrid 4-0 in the Champions League opener - and criticized the weakness of Diego Simeone's team.
In Italy there is criticism after Inter Milan's 2-2 draw against Borussia Mönchengladbach, praise for the guest defense - and homage to Milan's life insurance.
The press reviews:
Bayern Munich - Atlético Madrid
Marca:
"The Bayern steamroller doesn't give Atlético a chance. Simply put: They are much better. Bayern are a team that gets more hungry the more they eat. At the moment there is no match for a Bayern in this form."
AS:
"The champion sweeps Atlético off the pitch. Bayern Munich are a size too big, they proved why they are again the favorites for the Champions League title. Bayern had no mercy. Coman scored the fourth goal as in training . "
Sport:
"Bayern overrun Atlético. Playing against Bayern is a battle that you rarely win. If you want to take the European throne, you have to insist in the Allianz Arena. Bayern bit like wolves when pressing."
Mundo Deportivo:
"The champion crushes an overwhelmed Atlético. Atlético is currently not prepared for gala nights."
Inter Milan - Borussia Mönchengladbach
Gazzetta dello Sport:
"Fortunately there is Lukaku. The Belgian saves Inter. The draw against Borussia Mönchengladbach, the least dangerous team in the group, could cost coach Conte dearly."
Corriere dello Sport:
"After the game, Inter have two certainties: Lukaku is a phenomenon - and defense is a problem. Borussia shines with a strong defense."
Tuttosport:
"Inter pay a high price for serious defensive mistakes. 'Big Rom' Lukaku proves once again that he is the decisive player in Conte's side."
La Stampa:
"Saint Lukaku saves Inter. This weak draw confirms all problems in the defense and in the team's identity."
Corriere della Sera:
"No Inter without Lukaku. His double is an elixir for the Milanese. It is not easy to fight against Borussia Mönchengladbach and the virus at the same time. But the defense of the Nerazzurri is crumbling."
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