Champions League briefing: Mbappe vs Haaland battle continues, goalkeeping howlers and a perfect free kick

And it’s back. The anthem, the drama, the Bernabeu’s whistles — roll up, roll up, for another season of Champions League action. Yes, it’s going to feel a little different this season without Pep Guardiola for the first time in 13 years. But there was still a sense of familiarity on the opening night of this season’s competition: two goals from Erling Haaland, one from Kylian Mbappe, and the sight of Jose Mourinho glowering on the touchline. At least Mourinho could reflect on a happy outcome for Real Madrid, even if their 2-1 victory against Inter was far from convincing…