Arsenal claimed their first win in the new Champions League format with a 2-0 victory over Paris St-Germain at the Emirates Stadium. Mikel Arteta’s side built on their opening draw against Atalanta, taking control in the first half with goals from Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka. EDITOR’S PICKS: School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son … Read more
Robert Lewandowski scored twice as Barcelona cruised to a dominant win over Young Boys in the Champions League. Lewandowski opened the scoring just eight minutes in, tapping in Raphinha’s cross at the far post. Barcelona quickly doubled their advantage when Raphinha slotted home a rebound from Pedri’s blocked shot. The La Liga leaders continued to … Read more
Bayer Leverkusen maintained their perfect start to the Champions League campaign with a hard-fought win over AC Milan at home. Victor Boniface broke the deadlock in the 51st minute, capitalizing on a rebound after Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan initially saved Jeremie Frimpong’s shot. EDITOR’S PICKS: School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man … Read more
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta stated that his team is set to face a Paris Saint-Germain side operating at the “highest level.” The Gunners will take on the French champions on Tuesday evening after drawing their Champions League opener against Atalanta two weeks ago. EDITOR’S PICKS: School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man … Read more
France forward Ousmane Dembele has been omitted from Paris Saint-Germain’s squad for their Champions League clash against Arsenal on Tuesday, a source within the club confirmed to AFP. Dembele’s exclusion is not due to injury but is rather “a decision by the coach” Luis Enrique, the source explained. EDITOR’S PICKS: School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt … Read more
Super Eagles and Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface has shared a nostalgic memory of paying just ₦30 as a young player to watch Champions League matches. Today, he’s living his dream by competing in the prestigious tournament. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta Man Detained for Allegedly Killing Mother, Mutilating … Read more
Conor Gallagher made an appearance off the bench as Atletico Madrid secured a dramatic 90th-minute winner against RB Leipzig in their Champions League opener. The German side took an early lead just four minutes in when Benjamin Sesko headed home. However, Antoine Griezmann pulled Atletico level in the 28th minute, netting his 37th Champions League … Read more
Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface featured prominently as Bayer Leverkusen kicked off their Champions League campaign in emphatic fashion, defeating Feyenoord 4-0 on Thursday. The Nigerian international, making his debut in the competition, delivered an impressive performance before being substituted in the 63rd minute for Patrik Schick. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By … Read more
Nigerian striker George Ilenikhena marked his Champions League debut in style, netting a crucial goal as Monaco stunned a 10-man Barcelona. The 18-year-old came off the bench and, in the 71st minute, latched onto a perfectly weighted long ball from Vanderson, outpacing the defence before unleashing a powerful strike that beat Marc-André ter Stegen. Barcelona … Read more
David Raya pulled off an incredible double save from a penalty as Arsenal earned a draw against Atalanta in their Champions League opener. The Spanish goalkeeper dove low to his right to stop Mateo Retegui’s penalty and then miraculously recovered to deny Retegui’s follow-up header on the line. In a match lacking excitement in Bergamo, … Read more
Manchester City’s Champions League campaign began with disappointment as they were held to a draw by a resolute Inter Milan at the Etihad Stadium. Pep Guardiola’s side struggled to find their rhythm, exacerbated by an injury to Kevin de Bruyne that forced him off at half-time. Guardiola plans to consult with the club’s medical staff … Read more
Nigerian forward Victor Olatunji stole the show in Sparta Prague’s dominant 3-0 Champions League victory over Salzburg, not only with a key goal but also with a post-goal message that quickly went viral beyond the football scene. Olatunji scored Sparta’s second goal in the 42nd minute, following Kaan Kairinen’s early opener in the 3rd minute, … Read more
Michael Olise matched the UEFA Champions League scoring record set by legendary Arsenal and France forward Thierry Henry, netting a brace in Bayern Munich’s 9-2 victory over Dinamo Zagreb on Tuesday night. Olise, making his debut in the competition, scored twice as the Bundesliga giants cruised to a dominant win. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly … Read more
Liverpool secured a commanding victory over AC Milan in their Champions League return, swiftly recovering from Saturday’s shock defeat to Nottingham Forest. The Reds were caught off guard early, as AC Milan winger Christian Pulisic fired home a precise strike just three minutes in. EDITOR’S PICKS School Proprietress Allegedly Killed, Burnt By Son In Delta … Read more
Harry Kane netted four goals, including three from the penalty spot, as Bayern Munich cruised to a 9-2 victory over Dinamo Zagreb at home on Tuesday, becoming the first team to score nine goals in a Champions League match. Kane opened the scoring with a penalty in the 19th minute, and a second-half hat trick … Read more
Endrick etched his name into the history books as Real Madrid’s youngest-ever Champions League goalscorer, while Kylian Mbappe also found the net in a hard-fought home victory over Stuttgart. At just 18 years and 58 days, the Brazilian prodigy surpassed the long-standing record of club icon Raul, who had scored against Ferencvaros in 1995 at … Read more
The draw for the league phase of the revamped Champions League has been completed. This year, the competition will feature a ‘Swiss-style’ league phase, replacing the traditional group stage format that fans are used to. Additionally, 36 teams will participate, up from the usual 32. The league phase will conclude at the end of January … Read more
Cristiano Ronaldo has been honoured with a special award recognizing his remarkable legacy as the all-time leading goal scorer in the Champions League. Also, former Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon received the 2024 UEFA President’s Award. Both legends were celebrated during the UEFA Champions League group stage draw in Monaco on Thursday evening. EDITOR’S PICKS Police … Read more
As anticipation builds for the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League, Europe’s top clubs are preparing for another electrifying season of high-stakes football. With the group stage draw set for Thursday in Monaco, the final line-up of qualified teams has been announced, featuring a mix of established powerhouses and surprising newcomers from across the continent. In addition … Read more
Cristiano Ronaldo, the UEFA Champions League’s all-time top scorer, will be honoured with a special award from UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin for his extraordinary contributions to Europe’s premier club competition. Ronaldo’s remarkable achievements, accumulated over more than 18 years, will be recognized during the draw ceremony for the inaugural 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 36-team league … Read more