In a thrilling midweek of Champions League action, football fans were treated to unexpected upsets and breathtaking moments.
Touchaheart Nigeria reports on the highlights of these remarkable clashes.
Manchester United’s Champions League Crisis
Manchester United finds themselves on the brink of an early Champions League exit after a shocking 3-2 home defeat to Galatasaray.
Rasmus Hojlund’s brace gave United the lead twice, but it wasn’t enough as Wilfried Zaha, Kerem Akturkoglu, and Mauro Icardi struck for the Turkish giants.
The Red Devils’ campaign is hanging by a thread, and they face an uphill battle to advance.
Real Madrid’s Late Drama
Real Madrid secured a dramatic 3-2 win at Napoli thanks to an unfortunate own goal by Italian international goalkeeper Alex Meret.
Federico Valverde’s powerful shot deflected off the bar and rebounded off Meret’s arm, sealing Madrid’s perfect start in Champions League Group C.
Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham also found the net for Madrid, making it an eventful night for the Spanish giants.
Lens Stuns Arsenal
In a pulsating Champions League clash, Lens came from behind to defeat Arsenal 2-1 in France.
Gabriel Jesus gave Arsenal an early lead, but Adrien Thomasson leveled the score.
A significant blow for Arsenal came as Bukayo Saka limped off before half-time.
Elye Wahi, Lens’ club-record signing, fired home the winner, lifting Lens to the top of Group B.
The Gunners now face a tough challenge in the competition.
What You Should Know
The Champions League continues to deliver surprises and captivating football moments.
Manchester United’s perilous situation, Real Madrid’s late drama, and Lens’ stunning victory over Arsenal have added excitement to this year’s competition.
Football fans can’t wait to see how these stories unfold in the coming weeks.
