Headers are not his specialty, but De Bruyne can do it all. This time, though, he looked determined to ensure the outcome was different.
Tottenham's Davinson Sanchez, Stiven Alzate of Brighton plus Everton's Yerry Mina have also been selected for the double-header.
Tom Cleverley, Joshua King and forward Emmanuel Dennis all came off the bench during the second half of the defeat at Liverpool as they press for a return to the side.
Deadline day signing Christian Eriksen is not in contention and will only train with his new team-mates for the first time on Monday.
It's just frustrating for them and it's about ensuring they retain trust in what they do because that's the biggest challenge when you go through a period like this.
Chelsea did not get the result they wanted against Manchester United on Sunday, but their performance was really good.
Andy Burnham and Steve Rotheram, the mayors of Greater Manchester and the Liverpool city region respectively, wrote a joint letter to the FA earlier this week calling for a rethink and offered to help facilitate a venue change.
Giovanni van Bronkhorst's team were second best in the first leg last week but scrubbed out their deficit after just 69 seconds on Thursday when James Tavernier slid home a shot at the back post from Joe Aribo's brilliant flick for a dream start.
In fact, it looked like it was going pear-shaped when Verdu struck the opener in extra-time. But Real never know when they're beaten and even with 10 men you couldn't write them off. Indeed, they found a higher gear after Marcelo's dismissal and it was no surprise that Isco and Hazard - fresh off the bench - combined to turn the game on its head.
They have already negotiated away fixtures against United States and Mexico in maintaining their unbeaten record, the second coming in the Estadio Azteca.
Billy Sharp bagged a brace to seal Sheffield United a 2-0 win over 10-man West Brom and move them one point off the Championship play-off places.
So, when they are 1-0 down and he doesn't come on, what's the point in having him as a sub? If he's not coming on when you are 1-0 down at home to Chelsea, he's never coming on in any game.
The centre-back's equaliser in the first minute of stoppage time was forced in off his shoulder and - despite Leicester protests that it came off his arm - replays showed it was off the top of his sleeve and the goal was given, with VAR saying there was not enough evidence to overturn it.
The 40-year-old's decision to walk away ahead of interim boss Ralf Rangnick's arrival was announced just minutes after the 3-2 Premier League victory over Arsenal at Old Trafford.
I think I have been very reasonable in what I have recommended as part of this football review, but if there was to be an election and God forbid the Conservative Party wasn't re-elected, then if you want to see communism or Maoism in place in terms of a Premier League transfer levy - wait and see, right?
There will be Celtic players who have made a more explosive beginning to their days at the club but Kyogo has to be in that pantheon. For a guy to arrive from the other side of the world and into a new league in a new country with a new set of players speaking a new language and to be so ruthless so quickly is an extraordinary thing. The time it took him to collect his bags in Glasgow airport and make his way to Lennoxtown appears to have been his settling-in period.
It could have been 3-0 in the 35th minute when Billing headed against the outside of a post from six yards.
Dembele joined Barcelona for £97m plus add-ons from Borussia Dortmund in August 2017, but has struggled to justify his price tag due to a series of injuries and has started only six matches this season.
Speaking to BT Sport after the final whistle, Dawson also conceded that West Ham were not at their best. “It was a game of few chances,” he said. “We took the lead, so to let it slip just before half time was disappointing.
Only Liam Kelly (24) made more saves than Gordon (22) as the experienced Scot did all he could to help his side.
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Rafael Leao and Junior Messias were on target as AC Milan got back to winning ways to reclaim their place at the top of Serie A with an unconvincing triumph over struggling Genoa.
The rules have three pillars - No Overdue Payment Rule, Football Earnings Rule and Squad Cost Rule. UEFA will also have the power to deduct points.
The Club World Cup is the only trophy Chelsea have not lifted since Roman Abramovich took ownership of the west London club in 2003.
Bristol City's bid to return to winning ways was denied by a late Ben Brereton-Diaz equaliser for Blackburn at Ashton Gate.
We needed a goal and we decided to bring Mata and more verticality with Elanga. They were defending with their players in the last 35 minutes.
While condemnation of UEFA’s errors quietened quickly once an error of its ways had been acknowledged, the entire episode left many dazed and confused.
In 2013, the Football Association even warned fans that using the word could result in criminal charges.
An air of positivity has returned to Barca after the doom and gloom of 2021. And that's putting it mildly.
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Mane’s influence in the final—although it must be noted he was playing with a far stronger and proactive team—mirrored his greater impact throughout the tournament.
Obviously after games like today or the games at Liverpool or Everton, there is massive disappointment in the locker room for sure.
Woodward: Success on pitch is priority | Man Utd wage bill risesTen arrested in connection with protest before Man Utd-Liverpool gameThe 28-year-old has travelled to Dubai to continue his recovery amid fears he could be ruled out until the New Year.
He even brought along the German's favourite brand of beer for the chat. I never got the chance to meet Pep! laments Lowe.
Wolves goalkeeper Jose Sa kicked the ball straight to Richarlison but the Brazilian was quickly closed down and a combination of Sa and Coady managed to keep it out.
Arsenal’s clash with Wolves has been postponed due to a coronavirus outbreak in the Wolverhampton camp.
If you watched my team at Rangers, it'll give you a good idea of that. I've lived under that pressure and demand to win.
United and England left-back Luke Shaw could miss the final weeks of the season after having surgery to remove the metal pins put in following his double leg break in 2015.
I think he reacts stupidly really when you look at it because he does run a risk, but I think he throws his arm back more in petulance.
Digne has started 13 Premier League games this season but was absent for the Gunners match amid reports of a fall-out with Benitez.
It is experience. The people in this world want things immediately, quick, but everything needs time, he added.
Spanish newspaper Marca reports on the five clubs who hope to sign Erling Haaland from Borussia Dortmund. Real Madrid and Barcelona are going head-to-head for the player, but there is also Premier League interest, with Manchester City and Chelsea also keen. Another possibility is Paris Saint-Germain, who may have to replace Kylian Mbappe should he depart this summer.
McGregor, whose side are six points clear at the top and host St Mirren on Sunday, says Scottish football has to learn to live with the virus.
I'm extremely grateful for what Auba has done at the club and his contribution since I have been here. The way I see myself in that relationship is the solution, not the problem.
Foden's performance that day was arguably his best in a Manchester City shirt, his movement between the lines causing Liverpool major problems as he finished the game with a goal, an assist, and the man-of-the-match award.
Mikel Arteta was always destined to go into management, according to former Arsenal team-mate Kieran Gibbs.
Leeds boss Marcelo Bielsa told Sky Sports: It's incredible that you ask me this question, what can I answer you?
