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José Mourinho returns to the Champions League with Real Madrid, beating his former club Inter in a wild opener. Plus, Manchester City unearth a gem at Porto, Aston Villa cruise in Belgium, and the Ballon d'Or shortlist lands with Messi chasing a ninth.
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