Grading the new Champions League format, Luis Echegaray chats ‘Messi Mania’ & Neymar heads back to Santos

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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the conclusion of the new Champions League format and whether it’s proven better or worse than before. They also recap some great performances by Americans across the Champions League including goals from Christian Pulisic & Ricardo Pepi.

Christian and Alexis then chat with Luis Miguel Echegaray about his new book, “Messi Mania”. They discuss what Messi’s arrival to Miami has meant for the country and what to expect in his new book.

Later, Christian and Alexis bring back Rápido Reactions and discuss some more moves in this transfer window including Neymar’s return home and John Duran’s shock move to Al Nassr.

(4:37) – Grading the new Champions League format

(13:05) – Americans in Champions League recap

(23:30) – Chatting new book “Messi mania” with Luis Miguel Echegaray

(46:20) – Chatting Luis’ love for Aston Villa

(56:20) – Rápido Reactions: Neymar heads home, Mathys Tel’s dilemma & more

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