PSG outclass Atalanta, Liverpool secure a late win, Bayern and Inter triumph in the Champions League
Champions League Roundup: Dramatic Comebacks, Debuts, and Historic Wins
In the ongoing Champions League, several teams showcased their resilience and skill, with some games ending in thrilling draws while others saw dramatic comebacks and historic victories.
Bodo/Glimt, the Norwegian team making its mark in the Champions League since 2004, trailed by two goals against Slavia Prague but managed to draw the game with a late goal by substitute Sondre Brunstad Fet. This was not the first time Bodo/Glimt has shown its fighting spirit, as they have been a consistent participant in the main phase of the tournament since 2017.
Another nail-biting game was between Juventus and Borussia Dortmund, which ended in a 4-4 draw. Juventus came back from behind in stoppage time, demonstrating their determination to secure a point.
The fourth debutant, Kairat Almaty, is making its Champions League debut against Sporting Lisbon, marking a 7,000-kilometer (4,350-mile) trip for players and fans from eastern Kazakhstan across four time zones to Portugal's capital.
Real Madrid, led by Kylian Mbappe who converted two penalties, came back to beat visiting Marseille 2-1. The game was tense, with 10-man Real Madrid showing their grit to secure the win.
Paris Saint-Germain, campaigning for Ousmane Dembele to win the Ballon d'Or, had a successful outing against Atalanta. Dembele, who has qualified for the Ballon d'Or by scoring 35 goals and providing 16 assists in all competitions for PSG, led the team to a 4-0 victory. Mendes and Hakimi, also considered worthy winners, were attacking threats in the game, while Mendes scored against Atalanta. The standout goal was Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's rising shot after a dazzling run minutes before halftime.
Pafos, the first Cypriot team in the Champions League main phase since 2017, drew 0-0 with Olympiakos, playing with 10 men from the 26th minute. However, Pafos lost both of its Brazilian veterans before halftime, with David Luiz going off injured in his first start for the club.
Belgian champion Union Saint-Gilloise started its Champions League campaign with a win against PSV Eindhoven. Inter Milan also had a successful game, winning 2-0 against Ajax, with Marcus Thuram scoring two headed goals. This win was a reversal of the 1972 European Cup final result, where Ajax beat Inter.
First-time entrants Bodo/Glimt and Pafos made their mark in the Champions League, showcasing their potential in the competitive landscape of European football. Manchester City, the 2023 winner, will welcome Napoli in its Champions League game on Thursday.
Barcelona will play Newcastle without the injured Lamine Yamal in their Champions League game. Liverpool has won all four of its Premier League games this season with winning goals after the 80th minute, and twice in the last minute of stoppage time. They will be looking to continue this form in their Champions League game.
Finally, Bayern Munich's win over Chelsea was a form of belated revenge for losing to Chelsea in the 2012 final at Bayern's home stadium. With two goals from Harry Kane, Bayern secured a 3-1 victory.
As the Champions League continues, fans can look forward to more exciting games and potential upsets.
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