Liverpool and Barcelona emerged victorious in their respective Champions League matches, showcasing thrilling performances and securing their spots in the last 16 of the competition.
Liverpool's 2-1 win against Lille marked their seventh consecutive victory in the league stage, with Harvey Elliott's deflected shot proving to be the decisive goal. Mohamed Salah opened the scoring for Liverpool, but Lille managed to equalize before Elliott's strike sealed the win. This victory ensured Liverpool's advancement to the round of 16, bypassing the playoff round.
Meanwhile, Barcelona staged a remarkable comeback against Benfica, overcoming a two-goal deficit to clinch a 5-4 victory. Raphinha's stoppage-time goal sealed the win for Barcelona, who displayed resilience and determination throughout the match.
Other Notable Results
Atletico Madrid also secured a comeback win, with Julian Alvarez scoring a late winner against Bayer Leverkusen. Aston Villa suffered a setback in their quest for automatic qualification after a 1-0 loss to Monaco, while Borussia Dortmund faced a 2-1 defeat against Bologna, adding pressure on coach Nuri Sahin.
Italian club Atalanta strengthened their position with a dominant 5-0 win over Sturm Graz, positioning themselves well for direct qualification to the round of 16. PSV Eindhoven held on for a 3-2 victory against Red Star, despite being reduced to ten men. Stuttgart secured a comfortable 3-1 win over Slovan Bratislava.
In the Europa League, Galatasaray missed an opportunity to climb the table, settling for a 3-3 draw against Dynamo Kyiv.
Overall, it was a night filled with excitement and drama in the Champions League and Europa League, with teams showcasing their resilience and determination on the field.
