Champions League
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Premier League
Liverpool’s Quiet January Raises Major Defensive Questions
Liverpool’s lack of defensive reinforcements during the January transfer window has sparked significant debate around the club’s long-term planning and risk management. Despite clear signs that defensive depth was becoming a concern, Liverpool chose not to strengthen immediately. Whether that decision reflects confidence in their current squad or hidden long-term…
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All Football Competitions
João Pedro Fires Chelsea into Champions League Last 16 with Napoli Comeback
Brazilian brace completes dramatic turnaround in Naples João Pedro inspired a stunning Chelsea comeback as the Blues beat Napoli 3-2 at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium to secure their place in the Champions League last 16. Facing the prospect of a February play-off round, Chelsea looked in serious trouble when…
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UEFA Champions League
Havertz Shines as Arsenal Complete Perfect Champions League Campaign
Gunners seal eight wins from eight despite late Kairat consolation Kai Havertz marked his first start in 357 days in style, scoring once and assisting twice as Arsenal beat Kairat 3-2 at the Emirates Stadium to complete a perfect Champions League group phase with eight victories from eight. Already virtually…
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UEFA Champions League
Haaland Ends Drought as Manchester City Reach Champions League Last 16
Norwegian strikes as City avoid play-off round with win over Galatasaray Erling Haaland ended his long wait for an open-play goal as Manchester City secured a crucial 2-0 victory over Galatasaray, sealing their place in the Champions League last 16. Haaland opened the scoring — his first from open play…
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UEFA Champions League
Goalkeeper Scored Against Real Madrid and Real Fall Into Playoffs After Dramatic Defeat in Lisbon
Mbappé brace not enough as Benfica secure qualification in chaotic 4-2 win Real Madrid will once again have to navigate the Champions League play-offs after a dramatic 4-2 defeat to Benfica saw them finish ninth in the league-phase standings. A brace from Kylian Mbappé briefly kept Madrid in contention, but…
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UEFA Champions League
Liverpool Cruise into Champions League Last 16 with Six-Goal Rout of Qarabag
Reds put domestic woes aside with dominant European display at Anfield Liverpool swept aside their Premier League frustrations in emphatic fashion, thrashing Qarabag 6-0 at Anfield to book a comfortable place in the Champions League round of 16. While league form under Arne Slot has been inconsistent, Europe continues to…
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UEFA Champions League
PSG and Newcastle Face Must-Win Clash in Champions League Group Finale
Any slip could prove fatal in a wide-open race for direct qualification With all eight teams in the group locked on 13 points, Paris Saint-Germain and Newcastle United know that any dropped points in Matchday 8 of the Champions League could end their hopes of securing direct qualification to the…
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UEFA Champions League
Manchester City Face Play-Off Pressure Against Galatasaray
City must win at the Etihad to avoid another Champions League play-off scare Manchester City risk being pushed into the Champions League knockout play-off round for the second season in a row unless they beat Galatasaray, who are battling to finish inside the top 24. Form & team news The…
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UEFA Champions League
Arsenal Chase Perfect Champions League Campaign Against Eliminated Kairat
Gunners aim for eight straight wins as Kairat play for pride in London Premier League leaders Arsenal will look to complete a flawless Champions League league phase when they host already-eliminated Kairat Almaty at the Emirates Stadium. Form & team news Arsenal come into the final group-stage round eager to…
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UEFA Champions League
Barcelona Aim to Seal Last-16 Spot as Copenhagen Chase History
Barça look to avoid play-offs while Copenhagen still dream of progression Barcelona will be looking to secure automatic qualification for the Champions League last 16 when they host Copenhagen in their final group-stage fixture — but the Danish champions still have plenty to play for as they chase a place…