The vessels—collectively known as Carrier Strike Group 11—were located about 130 miles southeast of Second Thomas Shoal, an atoll and traditional fishing ground for both Philippine and Chinese fishermen that has become one of the most-contested flashpoints between the two countries.

BBC Sport's Julien Laurens, Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Leon Osman analyse Liverpool's late winner against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League and whether Arne Slot's side are leaving it late too often this season.

Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso returns to Anfield to face his former side Liverpool in the Champions League on Tuesday after a nearly immaculate start to life in the Spanish capital.He was key to the 2005 Champions League triumph in Istanbul and won the FA Cup among other silverware before departing for Real Madrid.

Hugo Ekitike scored on his return to Eintracht Frankfurt as Liverpool ended their four-match losing streak with a confident 5-1 Champions League comeback victory in Germany

Liverpool have been dealt a blow after Alexander Isak missed training ahead of the Champions League clash against Real Madrid. Isak has made just a handful of appearances for Liverpool after joining from Newcastle for a record £125million, possibly rising to £130million, on transfer Deadline Day.

Atletico Madrid will conduct a review of the events at the end of their Champions League defeat by Liverpool on Wednesday, which saw head coach Diego Simeone sent off and a member of their staff appear to spit towards the Liverpool crowd at Anfield.

Live and extensive coverage from Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid at the Emirates Stadium as the Gunners look to get their third win in the UEFA Champions League