Overview

• Serhou Guirassy, VfB Stuttgart's top scorer in the Bundesliga, will be out of action for several weeks due to a minor muscle injury in his left thigh. Guirassy has been in spectacular form, scoring a record 14 goals in just eight league matches this season.
• Guirassy's injury was sustained during Stuttgart's 3-0 victory over Union Berlin, where he scored the opening goal. Stuttgart, currently in second place in the Bundesliga, will have to adjust their strategy in his absence.
• Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, also known as 'Kvaradona', is leading Napoli's return to form, contributing two goals and three assists in their last four league matches — including a 3-1 victory against Hellas Verona. Napoli's manager, Rudi Garcia, referred to Kvaratskhelia as a 'crucial asset', especially in light of Victor Osimhen's injury.
• Francesco Farioli's Nice have had an exceptional beginning to their Ligue 1 campaign, securing the second spot just one point behind AS Monaco after a 1-0 victory over Olympique Marseille. The team has only conceded four goals this season, the lowest across the top five European leagues.
• Despite their unbeaten start and outstanding defensive record, Farioli insists that Nice must continue to raise their standards if they are to maintain their top form in the league.