Real Madrid fell 2-1 to Manchester City in a tense Champions League clash at the Bernabéu, but Xabi Alonso praised his squad's relentless effort. Rodrygo's early strike gave Los Blancos hope, only for City's quickfire goals from a corner and penalty to flip the script in ten crucial minutes. Alonso's post-match words highlighted performance over the scoreline, signaling resilience amid mounting pressures. The Match Unfolds: A Tale of Two Halves Real Madrid burst out of the blocks, capitalizing on home advantage with Rodrygo's opener that set an aggressive tone against a City side known for their clinical finishing. Alonso noted the team's positive start and chance creation, but lamented defensive lapses during a pivotal ten-minute spell where City scored twice from set-pieces—a corner converted ruthlessly and a penalty dispatched with precision. Despite the reversal, Madrid pushed forward, generating opportunities but lacking the killer edge in front of goal, f...
After the final international break of 2024, the UEFA Champions League returns with a bang. Tuesday's fixtures include a rematch of the 2019-20 final between Bayern Munich and PSG, as well as matches against AC Milan, Manchester City, Arsenal, Barcelona, and others. SI Soccer provides our predictions for the whole schedule.
Slovan Bratislava versus AC Milan
Prediction: Slovan Bratislava 1-3 AC Milan.
AC Milan's Christian Pulisic leads them to another Champions League victory after defeating Real Madrid in their last match. The USMNT superstar is in top form as he aims to finish 2024 on a high note.
AC Milan's Christian Pulisic leads them to another Champions League victory after defeating Real Madrid in their last match. The USMNT superstar is in top form as he aims to finish 2024 on a high note.
Sparta Prague against Atletico Madrid
Prediction: Sparta Praha 0-2 Atletico Madrid
Robert Lewandowski is one goal away from reaching 100 career Champions League goals. The Polish great not only scores, but Barcelona dominates to seal its position as a top eight team in the league phase.
The main attraction of the day. Since their last clash four years ago, both teams have undergone significant changes. Vincent Kompany and Luis Enrique now lead from the sidelines, while Kylian Mbappe and Neymar Jr. are no longer present, although both teams continue to top their respective domestic divisions. Harry Kane leads the Bavarian team to a narrow victory at home, while PSG finishes another week outside of the 24 qualifying places.
Diego Simeone's side has six points from its opening four games. Atleti requires a win here to begin climbing toward the top eight sports.
Manchester City versus Feyenoord
Prediction: Manchester City 3-0 Feyenoord.
Pep Guardiola's team may be struggling in the Premier League, but their five-game losing streak is expected to come to an end on Tuesday. Manchester City rallies back with a convincing victory over Feyenoord, which has conceded 10 goals in four games.
Pep Guardiola's team may be struggling in the Premier League, but their five-game losing streak is expected to come to an end on Tuesday. Manchester City rallies back with a convincing victory over Feyenoord, which has conceded 10 goals in four games.
Barcelona against Brest
Prediction: Barcelona 3–1 Brest
Robert Lewandowski is one goal away from reaching 100 career Champions League goals. The Polish great not only scores, but Barcelona dominates to seal its position as a top eight team in the league phase.
Bayern Munich vs PSG
Prediction: Bayern Munich. 2-1 PSG
The main attraction of the day. Since their last clash four years ago, both teams have undergone significant changes. Vincent Kompany and Luis Enrique now lead from the sidelines, while Kylian Mbappe and Neymar Jr. are no longer present, although both teams continue to top their respective domestic divisions. Harry Kane leads the Bavarian team to a narrow victory at home, while PSG finishes another week outside of the 24 qualifying places.
Inter Milan versus RB Leipzig
Prediction: Inter Milan 2-0 RB Leipzig.
Inter comes in following a solid defensive performance against Arsenal. The current Serie A champion should not be underestimated in the competition. Inter wins at home, increasing their lead to 13 points.
Young Boys versus Atalanta
Prediction: Young Boys 0–2 Atalanta.
Young Boys is one of six teams in the Champions League without a win after four matches. Atlanta, on the other hand, is on the verge of a top-eight finish. Gian Piero Gasperini's team wins on the road by two goals.
Young Boys is one of six teams in the Champions League without a win after four matches. Atlanta, on the other hand, is on the verge of a top-eight finish. Gian Piero Gasperini's team wins on the road by two goals.
Leverkusen versus RB Salzburg.
Prediction: Leverkusen 2–1 RB Salzburg.
The defending Bundesliga champion has not been as dominant domestically as it was last season. Xabi Alonso's club was destroyed at Anfield the last time out, but a chance to rebound here will help Leverkusen get back on track with hopes of finishing in the top eight.
Sporting CP against Arsenal
Prediction: Sporting 0–2 Arsenal
Arsenal's first defeat in the Champions League was against the reigning Serie A champion. However, Mikel Arteta's team seemed revived against Nottingham Forest this past weekend. Ruben Amorim has left, and he did so on a high note in Europe, defeating Manchester City the last time out. Viktor Gyokeres is one of the world's most talented and deadly strikers, but Arsenal wins convincingly on the road.
Arsenal's first defeat in the Champions League was against the reigning Serie A champion. However, Mikel Arteta's team seemed revived against Nottingham Forest this past weekend. Ruben Amorim has left, and he did so on a high note in Europe, defeating Manchester City the last time out. Viktor Gyokeres is one of the world's most talented and deadly strikers, but Arsenal wins convincingly on the road.
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