Karabakh drama resurges, Real torment documented, suspense in Turin: LCH reemerges
The UEFA Champions League returned on September 16, 2025, with a thrilling lineup of matches, including Real Madrid's clash against Marseille on September 17. The group stage featured 12 teams: Olympiacos, Pafos, Slavia Praha, Bodø/Glimt, Ajax, Inter Milan, Bayern Munich, Chelsea, Liverpool, Atlético de Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, and Atalanta.
In the highly anticipated match between Real Madrid and Marseille, the drama unfolded early as Trent Alexander-Arnold was forced to leave the field just five minutes into the game. Despite the early setback, Real Madrid managed to find their footing and eventually equalised through a penalty kick converted by Kylian Mbappe.
The turning point of the match came in the 72nd minute when Dani Carvajal was sent off for a headbutt on Jerome Rulli. This incident seemed to invigorate Marseille, as Timothy Weah scored the first goal for the French team in the 22nd minute, thanks to an assist from Mason Greenwood.
However, the momentum shifted once again in the 81st minute when Mbappe scored the winning goal for Real Madrid from a penalty kick, securing a dramatic 2-1 victory for the Spanish giants.
Meanwhile, Rulli, the goalkeeper for Marseille, set a record for most saves in a single half of a Champions League match, showcasing his exceptional performance in the face of adversity.
Elsewhere in the competition, Bayern Munich and Chelsea faced off, with Liverpool taking on Atlético Madrid. The results of these matches, along with the remaining six on September 17, will determine the 24 best teams that will proceed to the playoffs.
In a surprising turn of events, Qarabag from Azerbaijan upset Benfica by winning 3:2 in Lisbon, adding another layer of excitement to the ongoing tournament.
The Champions League continues to captivate football fans worldwide as the teams prepare for their next eight rounds of matches. With each game bringing new twists and turns, the competition promises to be as thrilling as ever.
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