UCL talking points: How good is Pulisic? Is Vinícius a Ballon d’Or lock?

Matchday 3 of the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League has wrapped up, and Aston Villa leads the table with standout performances from players like Christian Pulisic and Vinícius Júnior. Pulisic’s success at AC Milan shows his maturity and growth from his time at Chelsea, while Vinícius’ hat trick for Real Madrid solidifies his Ballon d’Or chances. Big teams like Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich are struggling, with Bayern facing issues in their defense and aging players. Despite early struggles, it’s too soon to say any team is in trouble, and upcoming matches will provide more drama and excitement in this new Champions League format.