Uefa Champions League News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Premier League: Chelsea scrape past Everton through Nicolas Jackson's lone goal
London, April 26: Chelsea edged closer to UEFA Champions League 2025-26 qualification with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Everton at Stamford Bridge, thanks to a moment of brilliance from Nicolas Jackson. The victory lifts the Blues into fourth place in the Premier League table, keeping them firmly in the race for Europe’s top competition.
Arteta called Arsenal women's comeback win over Madrid 'inspirational', says coach Renee
London, April 18: Arsenal women's head coach Renee Slegers has revealed the level of support she got from the men's side after their comeback victory over Real Madrid Femenino, including a message from Mikel Arteta calling Renee's team 'inspirational'.
'This is why we brought him to Arsenal': Arteta sings praises of Declan Rice after Madrid heroics
London, April 18: Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta sang praises of Declan Rice for his performance across the two legs in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals against Real Madrid.
'It's not a bad thing to fight to qualify for Champions League': Pep Guardiola
Manchester, April 18: Pep Guardiola believes there is nothing wrong with having to fight for UEFA Champions League qualification and after watching the quarter-final of the European tournament, it has given him extra motivation to lead City to qualification for next season's competition.
Lyon's premature celebrations goaded Man Utd to pull off an incredible comeback: Maguire
Manchester, April 18: Manchester United defender Harry Maguire believes Olympique Lyonnais' premature celebrations, after Alexandre Lacazette's penalty, incentivised the squad to come back from two goals down in extra time. Despite trailing 2-4, courtesy of two Lyon goals in extra time, United rose to the occasion at Old Trafford and completed a historic comeback, which saw Maguire score the winner through a late header.
Bayern Munich's big UCL dream has failed, all attention turns to sealing Bundesliga title
Munich, April 18: With the UEFA Champions League 2025 final scheduled to be played at the Allianz Arena, Bayern Munich's dreams of winning their seventh European trophy, in front of their home fans, came to an end with the 3-4 loss on aggregate against Inter Milan.
'You can't trigger goosebumps': Muller reflects on emotional Champions League exit
Berlin, April 17: As Thomas Muller tried to come to terms with Bayern Munich's UEFA Champions League exit, emotions spilled over as the 35-year-old left the San Siro pitch following a postgame interview.
'It's a night made for Real Madrid': Bellingham on high-stake clash vs Arsenal at Bernabeu
Madrid, April 15: Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham believes the second leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter final against Arsenal, after having lost 0-3 in the first game, is a night made for Los Blancos to shine.
'If anyone's going to turn it around, it's us': Villa's Rogers full of belief ahead of PSG clash
Birmingham, April 14: Midfielder Morgan Rogers attended the media duties alongside head coach Unai Emery and claimed Aston Villa has 'massive belief' of overturning the 3-1 deficit against Paris Saint Germain in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final at Villa Park
We want to write history with Aston Villa: Emery on UCL QF second leg vs PSG
Birmingham, April 14: Unai Emery is hoping to write history as Aston Villa host Paris Saint-Germain in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final at Villa Park, marking the first time a European top-tier quarter-final is hosted there since 1983.
Dortmund 'want to show completely different face' vs FC Barcelona in second leg, says Kovac
Dortmund, April 14: FC Barcelona ran through the Borussia Dortmund lineup on their way to a comprehensive victory in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals. Head coach Niko Kovac wants his side to show a completely different face when they host Hansi Flick’s side in the second leg at Signal Iduna Park on Wednesday (IST).
'Didn't feel nervous in the biggest game of my life': Arsenal's Jakub Kiwior on facing Madrid
London, April 14: Jakub Kiwior is relishing the opportunities provided by Mikel Arteta as he helped Arsenal to a 3-0 win at home against Real Madrid in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals.
Madrid, Bayern, Dortmund, Villa face do-or-die situations in UEFA Champions League Quarter-finals Leg 2
New Delhi, April 14: After a thrilling first leg filled with goals and some nerve-wracking fixtures, the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals now head into the decisive second leg, where Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, and Aston Villa face uphill battles to overturn unfavourable results against their respective oppositions.
Do-or-die for Madrid, Bayern, Dortmund & Villa in UEFA Champions League QF leg 2
New Delhi, April 14: Following a thrilling first leg filled with goals, the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals now head into the decisive second leg, where Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund and Aston Villa face uphill battles to overturn unfavourable results.
Real Madrid need to get back the 'good feeling' before Arsenal clash, says Ancelotti
Madrid, April 12: With Real Madrid on the hinges of both their La Liga and UEFA Champions League charge, head coach Carlo Ancelotti wants his side to get back their ‘good feeling’ against Alaves on Sunday. Madrid are now four points behind rivals FC Barcelona in La Liga and were handed a shocking 0-3 loss against Arsenal in the first leg of the quarterfinals of the European competition.
Extremely important to Bayern side, love to watch him: Former striker Klinsmann praises Kane
New Delhi, April 12: Amid Harry Kane facing immense scrutiny, former Tottenham striker Jurgen Klinsmann highlighted the importance of the English striker to Bayern Munich, who currently sit in pole position of reclaiming the Bundesliga title and hanging barely in their quest of UEFA Champions League title.
Declan Rice named UCL Player of the Week for stunning free-kicks vs Real Madrid
London, April 11: Declan Rice has been named the UEFA Champions League Player of the Week following his two stunning free-kicks against Real Madrid on Wednesday (IST).
PSG showed 'personality & character' in comeback win over Villa in QF first leg, says Enrique
Paris, April 10: Paris Saint-Germain's coach Luis Enrique said his team showed "personality and character" in the convincing 3-1 win over Aston Villa in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals at the Parc des Princes.
Flick looking forward to Kovac reunion in Barcelona vs Dortmund UCL QF clash
Barcelona, April 8: FC Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick is looking forward to reuniting with Borussia Dortmund's Niko Kovac as the two sides will clash at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on Thursday (IST) in the first leg of the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League.
Injury-hit Bayern won't change goals for the season, says Kompany ahead of UCL QF vs Inter Milan
Munich, April 7: FC Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany remained adamant that his side will not be changing their goals for the season given the surge of injuries the Bavarian giants have suffered in the past few weeks.
Saka rallies fans ahead of UCL QF vs Madrid, says 'Let's make it Emirates' greatest night'
London, April 7: Ahead of what Bukayo Saka describes as the biggest game of his club career, the Arsenal winger believes the fans will create 'the most beautiful night the Emirates has ever witnessed' against Real Madrid in the first leg of the UCL quarter-finals.
Road to UEFA Champions League semi-finals begins as top eight teams in Europe clash
New Delhi, April 7: The UEFA Champions League is entering its final stages, with the quarter-finals set to begin on Wednesday, with more drama and action on the cards in what has been an extraordinary tournament so far, full of surprises and excitement.
UEFA Champions League: Road to Munich heats up with fiery QF fixtures
New Delhi, April 7: As the UEFA Champions League is entering its final stages with the quarterfinals set to begin on Wednesday, more drama will unfold in what has been an extraordinary tournament so far, full of surprises and excitement.
La Liga prez Javier Tebas fires back at Carlo Ancelotti's 72-hour warning
Madrid, March 16: After Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti issued a warning towards La Liga claiming his side will not take the pitch if they are made to play two games in a period of less than 72 hours, La Liga president Javier Tebas pointed out that Los Blancos will be playing in a period shorter than 72 hours in the coming weeks due to their own demands.
Champions League: Arsenal scores seven goals to hand PSV record defeat in Eindhoven
The Hague, March 5: Arsenal delivered a historic performance on Wednesday (IST), defeating PSV 7-1 in Eindhoven in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League last-16 tie, and became the first team to score seven goals away from home in a knockout stage match of the competition.
UCL: All you need to know ahead of Round of 16 first leg
New Delhi, March 3: The UEFA Champions League Round of 16 has set the stage for an intense knockout phase as 16 teams compete for Europe's most coveted club trophy. The draw promises high-stakes drama in the last 16 with Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid and FC Bayern Munich vs Bayer Leverkusen, two domestic clashes, headlining the action.
Arsenal 'will be ready' for PSV clash: Head coach Mikel Arteta on UCL Ro16 draw
London, Feb 21: English giants Arsenal have been drawn against Dutch side PSV Eindhoven in the last-16 of the Champions League. Head coach Mikel Arteta hailed their opponents but stated his side 'will be ready' for the Dutch outfit when the time comes.
UCL 2024-25: Real vs Atletico, PSG vs Liverpool, Bayern vs Leverkusen headline Ro16 draw
Nyon, Feb 21: The Champions League Round of 16 draw, conducted at the UEFA's House of European Football here on Friday, was headlined by two heavyweight domestic clashes as Real Madrid will face neighbours Atletico Madrid and German giants Bayern Munich take on defending Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen. The first leg matches are set to take place on March 4 and 5 with the return leg slated to be played on March 11 and 12.
Lookman left saddened with head coach Gasperini's 'deeply disrespectful' comments
Bergamo, Feb 19: Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman has released a statement responding to his head coach Gian Piero Gasperini’s "deeply disrespectful" comments after the reigning Europa League champions were eliminated by Club Brugge after losing 2-5 on aggregate in the UEFA Champions League knockout playoffs.
Ancelotti responds to Guardiola's comments, says Real Madrid don't think they have 99% chance of win
Madrid, Feb 18: Ahead of the highly awaited contest between Manchester City and Real Madrid, at the Santiago Bernabeu on Thursday (IST), Italian head coach Carlo Ancelotti continued with the mind games started by Pep Guardiola.
Real Madrid will 'try to have a beautiful night' vs Man City, says Valverde
Madrid, Feb 18: Real Madrid and Manchester City, the European giants that have treated football fans to some exhilarating clashes in the past few years, will face off in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League knockouts play-offs on Thursday (IST). The defending champions head into the game with a 3-2 advantage after having secured a late win at the Etihad Stadium last week.
UCL knockout play-offs second leg: Madrid host City, Celtic eye historic night at Allianz
New Delhi, Feb 18: Eight teams will have sealed their spot, to complete the list of teams, in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 on Thursday. Manchester City's trip to the Santiago Bernabeu headline the second leg of the knockout phase play-offs.
Champions League: Juventus beat PSV, PSG down Brest in play-off first leg
Rome, Feb 12: Juventus took the initiative in the UEFA Champions League play-offs, beating PSV Eindhoven 2-1 in the first leg at home on Wednesday (IST).
Robin Singh sheds light on City vs Real UCL clash, says 'Madrid will cause damage in attacking sector'
New Delhi, February 11: Ahead of the upcoming UEFA Champions League (UCL) Knockout phase play-offs, former India footballer Robin Singh shed light on the Manchester City vs Real Madrid encounter and said that the Los Blancos will cause damage in the attacking sector.
Real Madrid preparing for 'emergency' with injuries to Rudiger and Alaba, says Ancelotti
Madrid, Feb 4: Carlos Ancelotti has labelled the injuries to Real Madrid defenders David Alaba and Antonio Rudiger as an 'emergency' ahead of their upcoming difficult fixture schedule.
Pep reacts to Man City vs Real Madrid UCL draw, says 'It feels like a derby already'
Manchester, Jan 31: Manchester City and Real Madrid, two clubs that have dominated European football in the past decade, have once again been drawn to meet in the knockout phase of the UEFA Champions League. Man City head coach Pep Guardiola labelled the clash between the two giants as a derby after the two clubs have faced off four years in a row.
Champions League: Man City vs Real Madrid headline exciting Round of 32 draw
Nyon (Switzerland), Jan 31: Manchester City vs Real Madrid, a tie that has given some iconic results in the past few years will write a new chapter as the two teams headlined the UEFA Champions League Round of 32 draw, which is announced on Friday.
Champions League: Man City make knockout phase play-offs, Real Madrid, Bayern win
Manchester, Jan 30: Manchester City secured a place in the UEFA Champions League play-offs after a second half comeback saw Pep Guardiola side beat Club Brugge 3-1 in their final league stage clash.
After defeat against Bologna, Borussia Dortmund part ways with head coach Nuri Sahin
Dortmund, January 22: Borussia Dortmund and head coach Nuri Sahin have parted ways with immediate effect after a string of poor results across all competitions.
Borussia Dortmund part ways with head coach Nuri Sahin
Dortmund, Jan 22: Borussia Dortmund have parted ways with head coach Nuri Sahin following a shocking 1-2 defeat against Bologna on Tuesday. The Turkish coach was appointed following the club’s defeat in the 2024 UCL final.