Champions League news

Barcelona have stormed into the Champions League quarter-finals following a ruthless 7-2 thrashing of Newcastle at the Spotify Camp Nou. It proved to be a special evening for Robert Lewandowski, in particular, as the veteran struck twice to officially surpass Lionel Messi as the player to have scored against the most different opponents in the history of Europe's premier club competition.

Max Eberl has defended referee Christian Dingert against criticism levelled by some officials at FC Bayern Munich regarding his performance in last weekend’s match against Bayer 04 Leverkusen.

The former Milan midfielder's comments, among other things, on Atalanta.

Here’s what happened during the penalty kick.

Robert Lewandowski scored a brace in FC Barcelona’s convincing Champions League victory over Newcastle United. In doing so, he even set a new record.

Newcastle saw their Champions League dreams ended at the last 16 stage by a rampant Barcelona on Wednesday. Two goals from Anthony Elanga in the first half had given the Magpies hope of pulling off a famous result, but Eddie Howe's side fell apart in the second half to eventually lose 7-2 on a tough night in Catalunya.

Barcelona eventually cruised into the quarter-finals of the Champions League as they ran riot in the second half against Newcastle to win the second leg of their last-16 tie 7-2, earning an 8-3 aggregate victory. Raphinha was heavily involved in six of the goals, scoring two himself, while Robert Lewandowski also netted a brace, with Marc Bernal, Lamine Yamal and Fermin Lopez all on the scoresheet to boot.

The Bergamo manager’s comments ahead of the match against Bayern Munich.

The second leg of the Champions League round of 16 is back, with Simeone’s side leading 5–2

Franck Ribery has backed Bayern Munich to win the Champions League this season, praising the squad managed by Vincent Kompany. Following a dominant first-leg victory over Atalanta, the legendary winger described the Bavarian giants as the absolute strongest team in world football right now, echoing sentiments from other club icons about their terrifying European form.

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Micky van de Ven has painted a stark picture of the mood inside the Tottenham Hotspur dressing room, admitting that every player is "devastated" by the club's current freefall. With the north London side embroiled in an unlikely relegation scrap and facing a massive mountain to climb in the Champions League, the Dutch defender insisted the squad is desperate to stop the rot.

Pep Guardiola is ready to make a definitive call on his Manchester City future following a devastating Champions League exit. The Catalan coach has reportedly earmarked a specific window to mull over his next steps as a monumental era at the Etihad Stadium approaches its twilight.

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk is among three key players walking a disciplinary tightrope as the Reds prepare for their crucial Champions League last-16 second leg against Galatasaray. Following a narrow 1-0 defeat in Istanbul, Arne Slot’s side must overturn the deficit at Anfield to keep their European ambitions alive. However, the threat of suspension looms large over the squad, with several starters just one booking away from a costly ban.

Chelsea's devastating Champions League exit has ignited a firestorm at Stamford Bridge, with Enzo Fernandez dropping a bombshell regarding his future. As the frustrated midfield catalyst hints at a summer departure, prising him away will require an astronomical fee, setting a staggering financial barrier that will test the absolute limits of Europe's wealthiest giants.

Declan Rice has challenged his Arsenal team-mates to seize the first available piece of silverware this season as they prepare for a high-stakes Carabao Cup final against Manchester City. Fresh from securing a Champions League quarter-final berth, the England midfielder believes a victory at Wembley could provide the essential momentum for a historic quadruple pursuit. Rice emphasised that the showdown will ultimately be decided by which side possesses the greater hunger for glory.

Paul Merson has singled out Declan Rice for special praise following Arsenal's clinical 2-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen at the Emirates Stadium. The win secured the Gunners' progression to the Champions League quarter-finals with a 3-1 aggregate scoreline, keeping their hopes of a historic quadruple alive.