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Japan attacker Takumi Minamino hit a brace and set up another as Monaco eased past Crvena Zvezda 5-1 at home in the Champions League league phase on Tuesday. The 29-year-old tied for most goals scored by a Japanese in the competition at four, having scored twice during his time with Red Bull Salzburg in 2019, as he moved level with former Borussia Dortmund attacker Shinji Kagawa. “I want to add to it as many as I can,” said Minamino, named Player of the Match. “I’m happy (to tie Kagawa’s record) but will try not to get too excited and give my best again in the next game.” Minamino opened the s…

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