(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});
Real Madrid ended their two-game losing streak in the Champions League with a hard-fought 3-2 victory against Serie A leaders Atalanta, while Liverpool maintained their winning run in the competition by downing Girona on Tuesday, December 10. Bayern Munich, PSG, Bayern Leverkusen, Brest and Aston Villa also secured wins on Tuesday.
Kylian Mbappe opened the scoring for Los Blancos in the 10th minute with a precise finish but was forced off shortly after due to injury. Charles De Ketelaere levelled the match with a penalty just before halftime, awarded after Aurelien Tchouameni tripped Sead Kolasinac. In the second half, Real Madrid regained control as Vinicius Jr capitalised on a rebound to put the holders ahead in the 56th minute. Moments later, Jude Bellingham extended the lead with a clinical counterattack. Atalanta pulled one back through Ademola Lookman in the 65th minute, but Thibaut Courtois delivered a masterclass in goal to secure Madrid’s three points.
Also Read: Napoli’s Kvaratskhelia ruled out till January after suffering knee injury
Real Madrid now sit 18th in the 36-team table with nine points, while Atalanta remain ninth on 11 points, both vying for a spot in the top eight for direct qualification to the last 16.
Liverpool Maintain Perfect Record with Girona Victory
Liverpool continued their flawless Champions League campaign, grinding out a 1-0 win at Girona. Mohamed Salah converted a penalty in the 63rd minute after Luis Diaz was fouled, sealing Liverpool’s sixth win in as many matches.
Girona put up a resilient fight, particularly in the first half, forcing several saves from Liverpool’s goalkeeper Alisson. The hosts, however, couldn’t capitalise on their counterattacking opportunities, leaving them rooted in 30th place with just three points. Liverpool remain atop the standings with 18 points, five clear of second-placed Inter Milan.
Bayern Munich Thrash Shakhtar Donetsk
Bayern Munich secured their first away win of the Champions League season with a commanding 5-1 triumph over Shakhtar Donetsk. Shakhtar struck early through Kevin in the fifth minute, but Konrad Laimer equalised six minutes later. Thomas Mueller’s goal on the stroke of halftime gave Bayern the lead.
Michael Olise shone in the second half, converting a penalty in the 70th minute before adding another in stoppage time. Jamal Musiala also chipped in with a late goal, completing a dominant performance for the German giants. The win propels Bayern into eighth place with 12 points, while Shakhtar languish in 27th with just four.
Leverkusen Snatch Late Victory Over Inter Milan
Bayer Leverkusen claimed a crucial 1-0 win over Inter Milan, courtesy of Nordi Mukiele’s dramatic 90th-minute goal. The Germans controlled much of the game, boasting over 60% possession and creating several chances, including a shot off the post by Nathan Tella.
The breakthrough came in the dying moments when Mukiele slotted home after a goalmouth scramble. The victory moves Leverkusen to second in the standings, level on 13 points with Inter, who drop to fourth. Both sides remain in strong contention for the knockout rounds.
PSG Keep Hopes Alive with a Dominant Display
Paris Saint-Germain revived their Champions League campaign with a much-needed 3-0 victory over RB Salzburg. Goncalo Ramos opened the scoring in the 30th minute, finishing off a clever setup by Achraf Hakimi.
PSG dominated the second half, with Nuno Mendes doubling their lead in the 72nd minute with a stunning strike off a Desire Doue pass. Doue sealed the win with a late goal, completing a confident display from Luis Enrique’s side. PSG climb to 24th in the standings with seven points, while Salzburg sit at the bottom in 32nd place.
Aston Villa Overcome Leipzig in Five-Goal Thriller
Aston Villa earned a dramatic 3-2 win over RB Leipzig, thanks to second-half goals from substitutes Jhon Duran and Ross Barkley. John McGinn gave Villa an early lead in the third minute, converting Ollie Watkins’ header. However, a blunder by keeper Emi Martinez allowed Lois Openda to equalise in the 27th minute.
Duran restored Villa’s advantage with a 52nd-minute thunderbolt from long range, but Leipzig levelled again through Christoph Baumgartner’s volley. Barkley’s deflected strike in the 85th minute ultimately secured the win for Villa, who now have 13 points and are on the verge of advancing to the last 16.
(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});