UEFA Champions League: articles and analysis

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Szoboszlai and Mac Allister overturned Llorente’s opener as Liverpool won Iraola’s first Champions League match in charge.

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Ødegaard’s 75th-minute winner rewarded Arsenal’s pressure, but finishing and protection behind the ball remained separate questions.

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Raphinha’s double, Yamal’s influence, and Gabriel Jesus’s debut goal powered Barcelona beyond what the xG margin alone suggested.

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PSG responded to four games without a win with six goals, dominant possession, and contributions from rebounds and corners.

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Slavia bring domestic control and an unbeaten run; Lens need to overcome a difficult start and 13 European away games without a win.

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Three Demirović goals settled a lively first half as Viking marked their Champions League debut with a historic reply.

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Nico Paz leads Como into a historic European debut as Leipzig look to respond to their first defeat of the season.

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PSV’s domestic form contrasts with recent European home defeats, while both teams face significant absences.

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Bayern’s returning creators face a Bodø/Glimt side determined to keep its possession game despite absences.

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Fenerbahçe return to the Champions League against an in-form Roma, with Guendouzi’s absence leaving a key midfield question.

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United’s Champions League return tests their attacking patience and rest defense against a productive European newcomer.

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Catamo, Suárez, and Zalazar overturned an early own goal as Sporting won their Champions League opener through second-ball reactions and set pieces.

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