Kovac demands Dortmund deliver in Europe
Niko Kovac wants Borussia Dortmund to translate strong domestic performances into Champions League success when they face Atalanta in a high-stakes knockout play-off clash.
Champions League proves money is not enough
The Champions League’s expanded league phase has provided a revealing test of whether squad value still dictates outcomes at Europe’s top table.
Mbappe: ‘We deserve this situation’
Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe admitted his team were not consistent enough for a top eight spot as his side slipped into the Champions League play-off round on Wednesday.
How Premier League sides are ruling Europe
Premier League clubs have flexed their muscle on and off the field in Europe, with five English sides finishing in the top eight of the Champions League group phase.
Luis Enrique shrugs off PSG group stage setback
Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique insisted Wednesday that a “catastrophic” run of Champions League matches against some of Europe’s best sides had set his team up perfectly for the play-off round as he shrugged off suggestions not qualifying directly for the last 16 was a failure.
Liverpool, City and Barca into Champions League last 16
Liverpool, Manchester City and Barcelona booked last-16 places in the Champions League on Wednesday, as holders Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid missed out on the top eight.
Arsenal seek flawless Champions League finish against Kairat
Arsenal bring their perfect Champions League league-phase record to the Emirates on Wednesday night as they host Kairat on the final matchday.
Champions League survival at stake as Napoli host Chelsea
Napoli host Chelsea at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on Wednesday night with contrasting Champions League objectives at stake.
Qualification pressure peaks on Champions League final night
The final matchday of the revamped UEFA Champions League league phase arrives on Wednesday night with qualification scenarios still finely balanced across the table.
Newcastle face decisive Paris test
Fine margins define a Champions League night as defending champions PSG welcome Newcastle United with progression in sight.