Bale tries to shirk home spotlight

Gareth Bale wants the attention to be on securing silverware rather than any sentimental homecoming when he lines up for Real Madrid in today’s UEFA Super Cup clash against La Liga rivals Sevilla.

A capacity 30,000-plus crowd will be present at Cardiff City Stadium, with the likes of Wales star Bale, Cristiano Ronaldo, James Rodriguez and Toni Kroos set to take centre-stage for the Champions League title holders.