Comebacks, Hat-Tricks & Shock Upsets – Tuesday UCL Recap

Chelsea 1–0 Benfica

José Mourinho’s emotional return to Stamford Bridge didn’t go to plan. The home fans welcomed him with songs, but an early own goal from Richard Ríos handed Chelsea a narrow victory. The Blues defended their lead and spoiled the night for their former coach.

Galatasaray 1–0 Liverpool

In Istanbul, Galatasaray shocked Liverpool. Victor Osimhen scored from the penalty spot in the 16th minute, and the Turkish side stood firm until the final whistle. For Osimhen, it was a special night, reaching double figures in Champions League goals.

Bodø/Glimt 2–2 Tottenham

Tottenham looked finished when Jens Petter Hauge scored twice to give Bodø/Glimt a 2-0 lead. But Spurs refused to quit. Micky van de Ven pulled one back almost immediately, and in the 89th minute Richarlison forced an equalizer. A dramatic comeback earned Spurs a valuable point in Norway.

Kairat Almaty 0–5 Real Madrid

Kylian Mbappé stole the show for Real Madrid with a stunning hat-trick. He opened with a penalty before adding two more after the break, taking his Champions League tally to 60. Madrid ran away with a 5-0 win, once again showing their European power.

Pafos 1–5 Bayern Munich

Harry Kane can’t stop scoring. The England striker netted twice as Bayern brushed aside Pafos 5-1. His total is now 14 goals across all competitions this season, making him one of the deadliest forwards in Europe right now.

Atlético Madrid 5–1 Eintracht Frankfurt

Antoine Griezmann made history by reaching 200 career goals for Atlético Madrid. He was on target in a dominant 5-1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt, as Diego Simeone’s men showed their attacking strength and stayed in control from start to finish.

Marseille 4–0 Ajax

Marseille were ruthless at home, hammering Ajax 4-0. Igor Paixão scored twice, leading the French side to one of their most convincing European wins in years. Ajax had no answers to the speed and intensity of the hosts.

Atalanta 2–1 Club Brugge

Club Brugge took a first-half lead, but Atalanta turned the game on its head after the break. Goals from Lazar Samardžić and Mario Pašalić gave the Italians a hard-fought 2-1 victory in front of their fans.

Inter Milan 3–0 Slavia Prague

Inter Milan’s winning run continued with a commanding 3-0 triumph over Slavia Prague. Lautaro Martínez struck twice and Denzel Dumfries added the third. Inter are flying, with five straight wins in Europe.