In the shock of the day, Romanian newcomers Cluj stole the back pages of every Italian newspaper on the opening night of Champions League group stage action by beating the mighty Giallorossi 2 – 1 at the Olimpico.

Christian Panucci headed the Romans in front after 17 minutes but Cluj scored twice through Juan Culio to stun Roma and take three points home from the capital city. Bordeaux were thrashed 4-0 away at group superpowers Chelsea in match day one, but they will be no walk in the park for the Giallorossi who are currently going through a less than ideal moment. The French side is coached by French World Cup winner Laurent Blanc, with the manager having the likes of Fernando Cavenaghi and on-loan Milan midfielder Yoann Gourcuff at his disposal.

Bordeaux have had a mixed start to the French domestic season, and are currently sixth in the table, six points behind leaders Lyon.

Peter Pedroncelli - footballitaliano.org