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<p>Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique and Ousmane Dembele with the trophy. Pic: Mike Egerton/PA Wire.</p>

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Champions League permutations: who needs what from final round of fixtures?

A staggering 32 of 36 teams go into the final set of matches with their hopes of staying in the competition still alive

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STommy Martin: Arteta's superweapon eliminating risk and danger

<p>Arne Slot: "Tonight should be about all the players who are here." Pic: AP Photo/Luca Bruno</p>

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Arne Slot full of praise for Liverpool efforts after gritty win against Inter

Liverpool Training - Monday December 8th

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Alisson: Mo Salah’s stand-off has not destabilised Liverpool dressing room

Liverpool Training - Monday December 8th

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Arne Slot has 'no clue' if Mohamed Salah has played his last game for Liverpool

Liverpool v PSV Eindhoven - UEFA Champions League - League Phase - Anfield

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Pressure builds on Arne Slot as Liverpool humiliated by PSV in Champions League

Liverpool Press Conference - Anfield - Tuesday November 25th

Forest loss led to honest conversations between Liverpool players, says Cody Gakpo

Liverpool face PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League on Wednesday

Tue, 25 Nov, 2025

Liverpool Press Conference - Anfield - Tuesday November 25th

Arne Slot admits Liverpool’s defensive struggles are ‘ridiculous’

Liverpool have lost eight of their last 11 matches

Tue, 25 Nov, 2025

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Virgil van Dijk responds to Wayne Rooney criticism in face-to-face encounter

Van Dijk was interviewed on Amazon Prime after his side’s win over Real Madrid.

Wed, 05 Nov, 2025

Liverpool v Real Madrid - UEFA Champions League - League Stage - Anfield

Arne Slot thrilled as Liverpool beat ‘incredible’ Real Madrid

Alexis Mac Allister’s header and a fine defensive display secured three points in the Champions League.

Wed, 05 Nov, 2025

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Saka and Merino star as ruthless Arsenal maintain perfect Champions League start

15-year-old Max Dowman entered the action for Arsenal in the final 20 minutes, becoming the youngest player in Champions League history.

Tue, 04 Nov, 2025

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S Real Madrid delight in the rise of their Turkish Messi

Arda Guler has seized his chance in Jude Bellingham’s absence, forming a devastating partnership with Kylian Mbappe and becoming the creative heartbeat of Real Madrid.

Tue, 04 Nov, 2025

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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta concerned by Viktor Gyokeres injury

Arteta said Arsenal will do "more tests and scans in the next few days to understand the extent of the injury".

Mon, 03 Nov, 2025

Arsenal v Atletico Madrid - UEFA Champions League - League Stage - Emirates Stadium

'Incredible' squad depth can fire Arsenal toward multiple trophies, says Raya

Arsenal have won 10 of 12 games so far this season. They lead the Premier League and have a perfect record in the Champions League.

Wed, 22 Oct, 2025

Arsenal v Atletico Madrid - UEFA Champions League - League Stage - Emirates Stadium

Viktor Gyokeres makes Arsenal a better team – Mikel Arteta

Arsenal have joined defending champions Paris St Germain and last season’s beaten finalists Inter Milan on nine points from the nine available in the Champions League.

Wed, 22 Oct, 2025

Atletico de Madrid v Eintracht Frankfurt - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD2

S Liverpool's next problem? The Frankfurt starlet following Marmoush and Ekitike

Eintracht's teenage ace is just the sort of technical talent that could unpick Liverpool's increasingly vulnerable shape on Wednesday in Frankfurt

Wed, 22 Oct, 2025

Arsenal Training - Monday October 20th

Mikel Arteta admits he looks up to Diego Simeone as Arsenal host Atletico Madrid

Arteta said he rates Simeone at the "highest level".

Mon, 20 Oct, 2025

Champions League round-up: PSG snatch late win at Barca, Dier scores late to deny Man City

Champions League round-up: PSG snatch late win at Barca, Dier scores late to deny Man City

In the other early kick-off, Qarabag made it two wins out of two with a 2-0 home victory over Copenhagen, a week after their 3-2 triumph at Benfica.

Wed, 01 Oct, 2025

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Who are Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, the surprise package of this year’s Champions League?

Arguably their best known player is defender Kevin MacAllister, who is the older brother of Liverpool midfielder and Aregentina World Cup winner Alexis.

Wed, 01 Oct, 2025

Liverpool FC v Atletico de Madrid - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1

Van Dijk delivers at the death as Liverpool edge five-goal thriller with Atletico Madrid

Arne Slot's side surrendered a two-goal lead before a trademark towering Van Dijk header from a last-gasp corner sealed a dramatic victory on Champions League opening night as Atletico boss Diego Simeone was sent off for his protests.

Wed, 17 Sep, 2025

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Super subs Martinelli and Trossard fire Arsenal to Champions League win

The atmosphere at the Estadio San Mamés was fit for a Champions League final but the standard of play and level of entertainment was very much that of an early-season group game.

Tue, 16 Sep, 2025

10 stars straining at the leash to take on Europe's best in the Champions League

S 10 stars straining at the leash to take on Europe's best in the Champions League

The international break is over, and after the weekend’s domestic action; we’re gearing up for the return the Champions League. Here's 10 that’ll hope to hit the ground running in their first European gameday with their new team

Tue, 16 Sep, 2025

Eintracht Frankfurt v Ferencvarosi TC - UEFA Europa League 2024/25 League Phase MD7

Robbie Keane's Champions League dates with destiny await

Robbie Keane's Ferencváros face Qarabag in the first leg of a Champions League playoff on Tuesday.

Mon, 18 Aug, 2025

Qarabag FK v Shelbourne - UEFA Champions League Second Qualifying Round 2nd Leg

Much changed Shelbourne drop into Europa League after narrow loss to Qarabag

Joey O'Brien, in the grand scheme of things, had to be mindful of next week’s Europa first-leg. They’re racking up the airmiles again, flying to Croatia to meet Rijeka.

Wed, 30 Jul, 2025

Mark Coyle dejected 23/7/2025

Shelbourne outclassed as Qarabag show gulf in class in Champions League second round qualifier

But the Reds did occasionally sculpt moments that could have brought with them something to the second leg in Baku.

Wed, 23 Jul, 2025

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Two dead, police officer in coma, 559 arrested after Champions League celebrations in France

French authorities say two fans died and a police officer is in a coma after celebrations around the country for Paris-Saint Germain’s historic Champions League victory, European football’s biggest prize.

Sun, 01 Jun, 2025

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S Tommy Martin: PSG have flipped from egomania to diligence and dignity

For all the abuses and corruptions the beautiful game had to endure, it seemed that the universe would deliver PSG a measure of slapstick comeuppance to balance things up. Days away from the Champions League final, that seems to have changed.

Thu, 29 May, 2025

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Signs of life in Paris are key to Arsenal future

There is a fair chance Mikel Arteta’s team won’t beat Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League. If they must lose, lose right.

Wed, 07 May, 2025

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Inzaghi hails Inter for beating ‘best two sides in Europe’ on way to Champions League final

Inter defeated Barcelona after seeing off Bayern in quarters

Wed, 07 May, 2025

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Barca boss Flick fumes over refereeing decisions in defeat at Inter

Hansi Flick thought "every decision that was 50-50" went Inter's way.

Wed, 07 May, 2025

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Key moments as Inter Milan edge Champions League semi-final classic with Barcelona

As it all happened as Inter reach the final in Munich where they will face either PSG or Arsenal.

Tue, 06 May, 2025

Arsenal Press Conference - Parc des Princes - Tuesday May 6th

'We need big balls' - Declan Rice outlines what Arsenal need to turn PSG tie around

"This time we'll do better, win and then everything will be safe," said manager Mikel Arteta.

Tue, 06 May, 2025

APTOPIX Spain Soccer Champions League

Lamine Yamal is perfect for modern times, like an endlessly rolling Instagram reel

Lamine Yamal is already the most extravagantly gifted attacking player in the world, the latest in that line of once-every-20-years talents.

Sat, 03 May, 2025

Arsenal v Paris Saint Germain - UEFA Champions League - Semi Final - First Leg - Emirates Stadium

Mikel Arteta insists Arsenal can do 'something special' in Paris return leg

PSG are in pole position to face either Inter or Barcelona in the Champions League final after a 1-0 first leg semi-final victory over Arsenal.

Wed, 30 Apr, 2025

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‘What are the odds?’ – Declan Rice’s free-kick double delights Mikel Arteta

Mikel Merino then capped a stunning 3-0 win for Arsenal over Real Madrid.

Wed, 09 Apr, 2025

Arsenal v Real Madrid - UEFA Champions League - Quarter Final - First Leg - Emirates Stadium

Comment: Saka takes on the Henry baton as Arsenal stun Real Madrid, again

Saka's return from injury coincided perfectly with the arrival of Real at the Emirates as the Gunners attempted to recreate the memories of almost 20 years ago.

Tue, 08 Apr, 2025

Arsenal v Real Madrid - UEFA Women's Champions League - Quarter Final - Second Leg - Emirates Stadium

Arsenal overturn first leg deficit to KO Real Madrid

Arsenal stunned Real Madrid with three goals in 14 minutes after half-time.

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

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Weird and wonderful Arsenal draw with PSV but easily progress

Oleksandr Zinchenko got a standing ovation when he was replaced by Martin Odegaard for the final ten minutes.

Wed, 12 Mar, 2025

Aston Villa v Club Brugge - UEFA Champions League - Round of 16 - Second Leg - Villa Park

Asensio double powers Villa past Brugge to set up PSG tie

The Spanish forward – on loan from Liverpool’s French conquerors – conjured two more goals after coming off the bench at half-time at Villa Park in a magical display of clinically cool finishing.

Wed, 12 Mar, 2025

Manchester City v Inter Milan - UEFA Champions League - Final - Ataturk Olympic Stadium

Champions League Last-16 draw: Liverpool to face PSG, Arsenal to meet PSV

In arguably the other standout tie of the round, Real Madrid will take on local rivals Atletico Madrid.

Fri, 21 Feb, 2025

Bayern Munich v Celtic - UEFA Champions League - Knockout Phase Play Offs - Second Leg - Allianz Arena

Bayern display against Celtic hampered by busy match schedule, says Kompany

Alphonso Davies bundled in a late equaliser against Celtic to send Bayern through to the round of 16.

Wed, 19 Feb, 2025

Bayern Munich v Celtic - UEFA Champions League - Knockout Phase Play Offs - Second Leg - Allianz Arena

Brendan Rodgers: Bayern Munich effort gives Celtic European credibility

The Germans needed Alphonso Davies’ stoppage-time goal to win the Champions League tie.

Wed, 19 Feb, 2025

Brendan Rodgers wants Celtic to 'play without fear' against Bayern Munich

Brendan Rodgers wants Celtic to 'play without fear' against Bayern Munich

The Scottish side trail the Germans 2-1 from the first leg at Celtic Park.

Mon, 17 Feb, 2025

Celtic v Bayern Munich - UEFA Champions League - Knockout Phase Play Offs - First Leg - Celtic Park

Late Daizen Maeda goal gives Celtic hope against Bayern Munich

Goals either side of half-time, the first from Michael Olise and the second from Harry Kane, had given Bayern a 2-0 lead.

Wed, 12 Feb, 2025

Mission accomplished for Arsenal as Nwaneri screamer seals comeback

Mission accomplished for Arsenal as Nwaneri screamer seals comeback

There is a slight worry for Mikel Arteta in that goalkeeper David Raya missed the tie through injury and his replacement Norberto Neto had a disastrous debut. However, Arsenal seem quietly confident Raya will be available to face Manchester City.

Wed, 29 Jan, 2025

Borussia Dortmund v Real Madrid - UEFA Champions League - Final - Wembley Stadium

Champions League explainer: who’s through, who’s out and who needs what in final fixtures?

We look at the state of play before Wednesday’s games with places in the last 16 and playoffs up for grabs

Wed, 29 Jan, 2025

Shamrock Rovers v Derry City - Airtricity League Premier Division

Have boots, will travel: A look at footballers who played here, there and everywhere

From a nightmare spell in Moldova to drawing in blank in Houston, some players enjoyed a unique professional life.

Wed, 25 Dec, 2024

Juventus v Manchester City - UEFA Champions League - League Stage - Allianz Stadium

Pep Guardiola 'proud' of Man City players in defeat to Juventus

Man City have dropped to 22nd in the league phase of the Champions League with two matches left at Paris St Germain and at home to Club Brugge

Wed, 11 Dec, 2024

Girona v Liverpool - UEFA Champions League - League Stage - Estadi Montilivi

Mo Salah penalty moves Liverpool closer to Champions League last 16

Salah scored his 16th goal of the season and his 50th in the Champions League. He is the 11th man to reach a half century of goals in European football's top tier competition.

Tue, 10 Dec, 2024

Three talking points from Liverpool's first win against Real Madrid in 15 years

Three talking points from Liverpool's first win against Real Madrid in 15 years

This Liverpool team is already looking the real deal but a late injury to the influential Ibrahima Konate is a cloud on an otherwise sunny day for the club.

Wed, 27 Nov, 2024