Bajan connection

When Manchester City line up against Real Madrid at the historic Bernabeu Stadium tonight, a slender, sure-footed six-footer with Bajan roots will be in the cauldron. Max Alleyne, a 20-year-old centre back, will be in the squad for the English powerhouses.

Max comes from a rich sporting family. His father, Mark Alleyne, is a former England cricketer who learned the game when he went to Harrison College. He was a standout player and captain at Gloucestershire County Club and is now the head coach.