The day's action begins in the unlikely Champions League host city of Almaty, Kazakhstan, where Kairat will host Real Madrid in what already feels like one of the most lopsided matches in the competition's history.

The three-day spread of Champions League fixtures is preserved exclusively for the opening gameweek of the still relatively new league phase, with two dayers the norm moving forward. Thus, there’s a nine-game slate to enjoy on Tuesday night as Gameweek 2 gets underway with a few corkers across the continent.

Real Madrid captain Daniel Carvajal has been handed a two-match suspension in the Champions League after his red card against Marseille.

Diego Simeone has been handed a suspension by UEFA for his involvement in the fiery scenes at Anfield following Virgil van Dijk's winner for Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid

Liverpool FC Manager Arne Slot spoke to the media ahead of the Reds' trip to the Turkish capital to face Galatasary in the UEFA Champions League matchday 2. Full Press Conference courtesy of UEFA.

All the latest from the Champions League as Tuesday's fixtures offer intriguing ties, plus Arsenal and Newcastle news conferences.