Categories: Sport

Champions League: Man City, RB Leipzig qualify for Round of 16

In an exhilarating night of football action, at least two formidable teams have clinched their spots in the prestigious Champions League Round of 16 after Tuesday’s group stage matches.

Manchester City, the reigning Premier League champions, showcased their dominance by securing their place in the knockout rounds with a resounding 3-0 victory over Young Boys at the Etihad Stadium. Erling Haaland, in splendid form, netted twice, while Phil Foden added another goal to their tally. Manchester City continues to boast an impeccable 100% record in the competition this season.

The second team to join the Round of 16 is none other than RB Leipzig, representing the Bundesliga. They cemented their advancement by defeating Crvena Zvezda with a scoreline of 2-1, booking their place in the next stage of the competition.

In other gripping matches of the night, AC Milan secured a historic 2-1 win against Paris Saint-Germain, keeping their Champions League dreams alive. Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid delivered a crushing 6-0 defeat to Celtic at the Wanda Metropolitano, demonstrating their championship aspirations.

Shakhtar Donetsk left football fans in awe by stunning Barcelona with a 1-0 victory, while FC Porto confidently triumphed over Antwerp with a 2-0 scoreline.

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