Champions League Roundup: Benfica Starts with a Win, Leverkusen Thrashes, Monaco Defeats Barcelona
Benfica Secures a Valuable Away Victory
- Benfica kicked off their Champions League campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 victory at Maccabi Haifa. - The Portuguese giants showcased resilience by overcoming an early setback and securing a crucial away win. - Rafa Silva's late strike proved decisive, earning Benfica three valuable points in Group H.
Bayer Leverkusen Runs Riot, Monaco Stuns Barcelona
- Bayer Leverkusen made a stunning statement in Group B, thrashing Atletico Madrid 4-0 at home. - The German club displayed clinical finishing and effective counter-attacks, leaving their Spanish opponents shell-shocked. - Patrik Schick's brace propelled Leverkusen to an emphatic victory, boosting their chances of progressing from the group stage.
Monaco Dethrones Barcelona
- In Group E, Monaco pulled off a major upset by defeating Barcelona 3-0 at the Camp Nou. - Wissam Ben Yedder scored a magnificent brace, while Aleksandr Golovin added another, silencing the home crowd. - Barcelona's struggles continued, raising questions about their current form and ability to compete at the highest level.
Other Notable Results
- In Group G, Manchester City began their title defense with a comfortable 2-0 win over Borussia Dortmund. - Real Madrid started Group F with a 3-0 victory against Celtic, showcasing their dominance in European competitions. - Liverpool earned a hard-fought 2-1 win over AC Milan in Group B, maintaining their impressive record in the Champions League.
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