Live Scores

football Live Scores & Fixtures

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase matchweek roundup | Big wins for Dortmund, Barcelona, Inter; Real Madrid and Bayern face shocking defeats

Read the highlights of the UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase matches on match week number 2 as Dortmund, Barcelona, City and Inter registered big wins while Bayern and Real Madrid faced shocking defeats.

Oct 1, 2024, 2:03 PM2 min read

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase matchweek roundup | Big wins for Dortmund, Barcelona, Inter; Real Madrid and Bayern face shocking defeats

Hello and welcome to live coverage of Champions League football at Sportz Point. For the next two nights, we will cover the match week number two of the UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase round, as teams like Arsenal, AC Milan, PSG, FC Barcelona and Inter Milan return to action in the grande stage of European football.

Updates of 18 games altogether

In the new Champions League format, the fans are getting to see some of the incredible matches as teams from many unknown European leagues are getting their chance to show their courage and skill at the highest stage of European football. This has also enabled us to cover fixtures which have not been seen before.

Read Also | UEFA Champions League 2024-25 first round highlights | Bayern score 9, Real, Villa and Juventus score 3; Liverpool comeback from behind to win 

As it gets tough for each and every football fans to cover all the 18 games going nearly concurrently within two nights, we have decided to bring every update of all those 18 games altogether in this live blog.

So, sit back and relax, as we bring all the updates of the match week 2 of the UEFA Champions League 2024 - 25 league phase round.

LIVE Updates

Oct 2, 2024, 10:42 PM

League table after two games

Oct 2, 2024, 10:41 PM

Full time | Benfica 4-0 Atlético de Madrid

Benfica 4-0 Atlético de Madrid | UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase match week 2 LIVE Updates - sportzpoint.com

 

Early goal from Kerem Aktürkoğlu, penalties from Ángel Di María and Orkun Kökçü along with Alexander Bah's header helped Benfica stun Atletico de Madrid by 4-0 at their home. Benfica are now one of the seven teams who won in both their first games of the tournament.

Oct 2, 2024, 10:35 PM

Full time | Sturm Graz 0-1 Club Brugge

Sturm Graz 0-1 Club Brugge | UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase match week 2 LIVE Updates - sportzpoint.com

 

Christos Tzolis's fantastic left-footed strike in the 23rd minute of the match helped Club Brugge bounce back from their defeat in the last match. If it was not for Kjell Scherpen's saves, the scoreline could have been worse for Sturm Graz.

Oct 2, 2024, 10:28 PM

Full time | Leipzig 2-3 Juventus

Leipzig 2-3 Juventus |  UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase match week 2 LIVE Updates | sportzpoint.com

 

Dušan Vlahović scored twice and Francisco Conceição scored a later winner to give 10-men Juventus full three points against Leipzig, away from home. 

 

Sesko had given the German side the lead, before Vlahovic equalised. But, Sesko restored the lead as Juventus goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio was sent off. But, Vlahovic equalised again before Francisco Conceição in the 82nd minute. 

Oct 2, 2024, 10:22 PM

Full time | Liverpool 2-0 Bologna

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase match week 2 LIVE Updates - Liverpool 2-0 Bologna | sportzpoint.com

 

Alexis Mac Allister scored in the 11th minute from a Mohamed Salah corss, to give the Reds a lead in the first half. Though Bologna tried their best to make a comeback, Alisson Becker denied Kacper Urbański and Riccardo Orsolini to keep the lead. 

 

But, Salah extened the lead with a left-footed strike to hand Liverpool their second win. 

Oct 2, 2024, 10:14 PM

Full time | GNK Dinamo 2-2 Monaco

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase match week 2 LIVE Updates - GNK Dinamo 2-2 Monaco - sportzpoint.com

 

Monaco came from two goals behind to scure a point against GNK Dinamo. Petar Sučić gave the lead to Dinamo and then in the second half Martin Baturina exntended the lead for them. But, Mohammed Salisu scored a header in the 74th minute and then captain Denis Zakaria converted a penalty to equalise for the visitors. 

Oct 2, 2024, 10:09 PM

Full time | Aston Villa 1-0 Bayern Munich

Aston Villa 1-0 Bayern Munich - sportzpoint.com

 

Jhon Durán came from the bench to strike in the 79th minute as Aston Villa won in their first-ever Champions League home match. They stunned the six-time champions Bayern Munich as goal-keeper Emiliano Martinez denied Serge Gnabry and Harry Kane in the final minutes of the match.

Oct 2, 2024, 10:03 PM

Full time | Lille 1-0 Real Madrid

Oct 2, 2024, 6:53 PM

Full time | Girona 2 - 3 Feyenoord

Full time | Girona 2 - 3 Feyenoord - sportzpoint.com

 

Two own goals from Herrera and Krejčí spoiled the home team's party as they lost by 2-3 against Feyenoord. Milambo scored the other goal for the visitors. However, David López had given Girona the early lead in the 19th minute while Van de Beek equalised for them in the 73rd minute. But, Krejci's own goal gave away the full points. 

 

Both teams missed one penalty each in the match.

Oct 2, 2024, 6:47 PM

Full time | Shakhtar 0-3 Atalanta

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase match week 2 LIVE Updates - Full time | Shakhtar 0-3 Atalanta - sportzpoint.com

 

Atalanta opened their away campaign with an emphatic attacking display in Gelsenkirchen! The Italian side moved to four points, while Shakhtar remained on one after a first defeat.

 

Djimsiti opened the scoring for them while Lookman extended the lead in the first half. Bellanova then scored the third at the start of the second half to give them the easy win.

 

Oct 2, 2024, 6:34 PM

Lineups | Aston Villa vs Bayern Munich

Aston Villa Playing XI: Emiliano Martínez, Diego Carlos, Ezri Konsa, Youri Tielemans, Ollie Watkins, Lucas Digne, Pau Torres, Jaden Philogene, Amadou Onana, Morgan Rogers, Jacob Ramsey

 

Subs: Joe Gauci, Oliwier Zych, Matty Cash, Ross Barkley, Jhon Duran, Emiliano Buendía, Kosta Nedeljković, Ian Maatsen, Lamare Bogarde, Leon Bailey, Sil Swinkels, Kadan Young

 

Bayern Munich Playing XI: Manuel Neuer, Dayot Upamecano, Minjae Kim, Joshua Kimmich, Serge Gnabry, Harry Kane, Kingsley Coman, Michael Olise, Alphonso Davies, Konrad Laimer, Aleksandar Pavlovic

 

Subs: Daniel Peretz, Sven Ulreich, Leon Goretzka, Leroy Sané, Eric Dier, João Palhinha, Raphaël Guerreiro, Thomas Müller, Mathys Tel, Jamal Musiala

Oct 2, 2024, 6:29 PM

Lineups | GNK Dinamo vs Monaco

GNK Dinamo Playing XI: Ivan Nevistić, Raúl Torrente, Arijan Ademi, Maxime Bernauer, Bruno Petković, Martin Baturina, Ronaël Pierre-Gabriel, Stefan Ristovski, Petar Sučić, Josip Mišić, Kévin Théophile-Catherine

 

Subs: Danijel Zagorac, Ivan Filipović, Takuya Ogiwara, Lukas Kačavenda, Arbër Hoxha, Sandro Kulenović, Juan Córdoba, Marko Pjaca, Nathanaël Mbuku, Marko Rog, Dario Špikić

 

AS Monaco Playing XI: Philipp Köhn, Vanderson, Thilo Kehrer, Denis Zakaria, Aleksandr Golovin, Maghnes Akliouche, Caio Henrique, Lamine Camara, Takumi Minamino, Mohammed Salisu, Breel Embolo

 

Subs: Radosław Majecki, Yann Lienard, Jordan Teze, Eliesse Ben Seghir, Eliot Matazo, Folarin Balogun, Christian Mawissa, Wilfried Singo, Kassoum Ouattara, George Ilenikhena, Krépin Diatta, Soungoutou Magassa

Oct 2, 2024, 6:26 PM

Lineups | Benfica vs Atletico Madrid

Benfica Playing XI: Anatoliy Trubin, Alvaro Carreras, Alexander Bah, Fredrik Aursnes, Orkun Kökçü, Ángel Di María, Vangelis Pavlidis, Kerem Aktürkoğlu, Nicolás Otamendi, Tomás Araújo, Florentino

 

Subs: Samuel Soares, André Gomes, António Silva, Zeki Amdouni, Arthur Cabral, Leandro Barreiro, Andreas Schjelderup, Gianluca Prestianni, Issa Kaboré, Benjamin Rollheiser, Jan-Niklas Beste, Adrian Bajrami

 

Atletico Madrid Playing XI: Jan Oblak, José María Giménez, Rodrigo De Paul, Koke, Antoine Griezmann, Ángel Correa, Samuel Lino, Marcos Llorente, Julián Álvarez, Axel Witsel, Reinildo

 

Subs: Juan Musso, Antonio Gomis, Conor Gallagher, Alexander Sørloth, Thomas Lemar, Clément Lenglet, Nahuel Molina, Rodrigo Riquelme, Javier Galán, Giuliano Simeone, Javi Serrano, Gerónimo Spina

Oct 2, 2024, 6:23 PM

Lineups | Leipzig vs Juventus

Leipzig Playing XI: Péter Gulácsi, Lutsharel Geertruida, Willi Orbán, Amadou Haidara, Xavi Simons, Loïs Openda, Nicolas Seiwald, Christoph Baumgartner, David Raum, Castello Lukeba, Benjamin Šeško

 

Subs: Maarten Vandevoordt, El Chadaille Bitshiabu, Eljif Elmas, Antonio Nusa, Yussuf Poulsen, Lukas Klostermann, Arthur Vermeeren, André Silva, Benjamin Henrichs, Viggo Gebel

 

Juventus Playing XI: Michele Di Gregorio, Bremer, Teun Koopmeiners, Dušan Vlahović, Kenan Yıldız, Nicolás González, Pierre Kalulu, Weston McKennie, Nicolò Fagioli, Andrea Cambiaso, Nicolò Savona

 

Subs: Mattia Perin, Carlo Pinsoglio, Federico Gatti, Manuel Locatelli, Danilo, Francisco Conceição, Khephren Thuram, Douglas Luiz, Juan Cabal, Jona Rouhi, Samuel Mbangula

Oct 2, 2024, 6:20 PM

Lineups | Liverpool vs Bologna

Liverpool Playing XI: Alisson Becker, Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konaté, Luis Díaz, Dominik Szoboszlai, Darwin Núñez, Alexis Mac Allister, Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson, Ryan Gravenberch, Trent Alexander-Arnold

 

Subs: Vitězslav Jaroš, Caoimhin Kelleher, Joe Gomez, Wataru Endo, Curtis Jones, Cody Gakpo, Diogo Jota, Kostas Tsimikas, Jarell Quansah, Tyler Morton, Conor Bradley, Trey Nyoni

Bologna Playing XI: Łukasz Skorupski, Stefan Posch, Nikola Moro, Riccardo Orsolini, Remo Freuler, Dan Ndoye, Thijs Dallinga, Jhon Lucumi, Sam Beukema, Juan Miranda, Kacper Urbański

 

Subs: Nicola Bagnolini, Federico Ravaglia, Emil Holm, Martin Erlić, Santiago Castro, Samuel Iling-Junior, Nicolò Casale, Tommaso Corazza, Michel Aebischer, Jens Odgaard, Charalampos Lykogiannis, Giovanni Fabbian

Oct 2, 2024, 6:17 PM

Lineups | Lille vs Real Madrid

Lille Playing XI: Lucas Chevalier, Alexsandro, Gabriel Gudmundsson, Jonathan David, Rémy Cabella, Bafodé Diakité, Mitchel Bakker, Benjamin André, Tiago Santos, Edon Zhegrova, Ayyoub Bouaddi

 

Subs: Vito Mannone, Marc-Aurèle Caillard, Aïssa Mandi, Osame Sahraoui, Thomas Meunier, Matias Fernandez-Pardo, Mohamed Bayo, Isaac Cossier, Ousmane Toure, Lilian Baret, Younes Lachaab

 

Real Madrid Playing XI: Lunin, Carvajal, Militão, Rüdiger, F. Mendy, Valverde, Tchouameni, Camavinga, Bellingham, Endrick, Vini Jr.

 

Subs: Fran González, Sergio Mestre, Mbappé, Modrić, Rodrygo, Arda Güler, Lucas V., Vallejo, Fran García, Jacobo

Oct 2, 2024, 3:45 PM

Lineups | Girona vs Feyenoord

Girona XI: Paulo Gazzaniga, Miguel Gutiérrez, Arnau Martinez, David López, Donny van de Beek, Viktor Tsygankov, Ladislav Krejčí, Bojan Miovski, Bryan Gil, Yangel Herrera, Iván Martín

 

Subs: Pau López, Cristhian Stuani, Abel Ruiz, Yáser Asprilla, Arnaut Danjuma, Juanpe, Alejandro Francés, Jhon Solís, Cristian Portu

 

Feyenoord XI: Timon Wellenreuther, Thomas Beelen, Inbeom Hwang, Quinten Timber, Ayase Ueda, Igor Paixão, Hugo Bueno, Antoni Milambo, Jordan Lotomba, Dávid Hancko, Ibrahim Osman

 

Subs: Justin Bijlow, Mannou Berger, Gijs Smal, Ramiz Zerrouki, Facundo Gonzalez, Luka Ivanušec, Gernot Trauner, Julián Carranza, Jeyland Mitchell, Anis Hadj Moussa, Gjivai Zechiel, Chris-Kévin Nadje

Oct 2, 2024, 3:41 PM

Lineups | Shakthar vs Atalanta

Shakthar XI: Dmytro Riznyk, Valeriy Bondar, Taras Stepanenko, Eguinaldo, Dmytro Kryskiv, Georgiy Sudakov, Oleksandr Zubkov, Pedro Henrique, Alaa Ghram, Mykola Matviyenko, Marlon Gomes

 

Subs: Kiril Fesiun, Lassina Traoré, Bartol Franjić, Marian Shved, Irakli Azarov, Vinicius Tobias, Artem Bondarenko, Yukhym Konoplia, Yehor Nazaryna, Kevin, Pedrinho, Newertton

 

Atalanta: Marco Carnesecchi, Odilon Kossounou, Ademola Lookman, Éderson, Marten de Roon, Raoul Bellanova, Charles De Ketelaere, Berat Djimsiti, Sead Kolašinac, Lazar Samardžić, Davide Zappacosta

 

Subs: Rui Patrício, Francesco Rossi, Ben Godfrey, Juan Cuadrado, Mario Pašalić, Nicolò Zaniolo, Marco Palestra, Mateo Retegui, Pietro Comi, Alberto Manzoni, Vanja Vlahović, Tommaso Del Lungo

Oct 2, 2024, 3:35 PM

9 Matches Tonight

  • Shakhtar vs Atalanta - 2 October 10.15 pm IST
  • Girona vs Feyenoord - 2 October 10.15 pm IST
  • Liverpool vs Bologna - 3 October 12.30 am IST
  • Liepzig vs Juventus - 3 October 12.30 am IST
  • Benfica vs Atleitco Madrid - 3 October 12.30 am IST
  • GNK Dinamo vs Monaco - 3 October 12.30 am IST
  • Lille vs Real Madrid - 3 October 12.30 am IST
  • Aston Villa vs Bayern Munich - 3 October 12.30 am IST
  • Sturm Graz vs Club Brugge - 3 October 12.30 am IST

Oct 1, 2024, 10:09 PM

Points table | Dortmund at the top

Oct 1, 2024, 10:07 PM

Full time | Dortmund 7-1 Celtic

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase match week 2 LIVE Updates - Dortmund 7-1 Celtic - sportzpoint.com

 

Emphatic. Dominating. Brutal. 

 

Dortmund were all these three words in the game against Celtic. Karim Adeyemi scored a first-half hat-trick was substitued in the 48th minute before he could add more. Guirassy scored a brace, while Nmecha and Can scored the other goals for them. Can and Guirassy twice from the penalty spot. 

Oct 1, 2024, 10:01 PM

Full time | Inter Milan 4-0 Crvena Zvezda

Inter Milan 4-0 Crvena Zvezda - sportzpoint.com

 

Back-to-back wins for Simone Inzaghi's side as they thrashed Crvena Zvezda infront of their home crowd in Italy. Çalhanoğlu gave the lead with a stunning free-kick while Arnautović, and Martínez extended the lead and Taremi put the dirt to the coffin with a penaly in the final minutes. 

Oct 1, 2024, 9:56 PM

Full time | Bayer Leverkusen 1-0 AC Milan

Bayer Leverkusen 1-0 AC Milan - sportzpoint.com

 

It was Boniface's strike in the 51st minute of the match which made the difference as Bayer Leverkusen climbs up the ladder with 6 points from two games. Meantime, it is a back-to-back defeat for the Italian side in the UCL 2024-25 season.

Oct 1, 2024, 9:51 PM

Full time | PSV 1-1 Sporting CP

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase match week 2 LIVE Updates - PSV 1-1 Sporting CP - sportzpoint.com

 

Daniel Braganca scored a late 84th-minute equaliser for Sporting CP as the Portuguese team earned a point against PSV. Jerdy Schouten, who was named the player of the match, had scored the early goal for PSV in the first-half, but could not hold on to that till the last minute.

Oct 1, 2024, 9:42 PM

Bratislava 0-4 Man City

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase match week 2 LIVE Updates - Bratislava 0-4 Man City | sportzpoint.com

 

Just like Barcelona, Manchester City recorded their first win of the UCL 2024-25 league phase by thrasing Bratislava by 4-0. Ilkay Gundogan and Phil Foden scored in the first half, while Erling Haaland and James McAtee scored in the second half to hand them a deserving three points. 

Oct 1, 2024, 9:33 PM

Full time | Barcelona 5-0 Young Boys

FC Barcelona vs Young Boys UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Highlights | Barcelona thrash Young Boys by 5-0 as Lewandowski goes near the 100-mark in UCL- sportzpoint.com

 

Robert Lewandowski scored a brace, Raphinha and Inigo Matinez scored the other goals for Barcelona, as they defeated Young Boys by 5-0 with the help of Camara's own goal. 

 

Lewandowski scored his 96th Champions League and became the second player to score more than 10 UCL goals for three teams.

 

Follow the match in details.

Oct 1, 2024, 9:30 PM

Full time | Arsenal 2-0 PSG

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase match week 2 LIVE Updates - Havertz and Saka help Aresnal beat PSG by 2-0 - sportzpoint.com

 

Goals from Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka gave Arsenal a 2-0 win over PSG at the Emirates Stadium in London. Havertz scored a stunning header from a Leandro Trossard ball to give them the lead in the 20th minute.

 

Saka then scored a beautiful free-kick in the 35th minute to extend the lead which the visitors could not get close to. Although Luis Enrique's men hit the woodwork twice in the second half, they could not resist the Gunners to reach their 15-match unbeaten streak.

Oct 1, 2024, 8:08 PM

A first-half hat-trick for Adeyemi

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase match week 2 LIVE Updates - Karim Adeyemi scored a first-half hat-trick for Dortmund against Celtic - sportzpoint.com

Oct 1, 2024, 7:56 PM

Half-time scores

  • Arsenal 2-0 PSG
  • Barcelona 3-0 Young Boys
  • PSV 1-0 Sporting CP
  • Dortmund 5-1 Celtic
  • Inter 1-0 Crvena Zvezda
  • Leverkusen 0-0 AC Milan
  • Bratislava 0-2 Manchester City

Oct 1, 2024, 7:31 PM

Follow the Barcelona vs Young Boys!

Oct 1, 2024, 6:56 PM

Final Score: Salzburg FC 0 - 4 Brest

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase match week 2 LIVE Updates - Salzburg 0-4 Brest | sportzpoint.com

 

The visitors thrash Salzburg by a huge margin of 0-4. Sima finished the game with a brace, while Camara and Pereira Lage put salt to the wounds of the home team. 

 

 

Oct 1, 2024, 6:53 PM

Final Score: Stuttgart 1-1 Sparta Praha

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase match week 2 LIVE Updates - Stuttgart 1-1 Sparta Praha | sportzpoint.com

 

A point apiece after an entertaining contest in Stuttgart! The hosts may feel like there was more in it for them tonight but a moment of magic from Kairinen ensures Sparta remain unbeaten after the first two matchdays. 

 

The two sides can take positives from tonight, with tough fixtures awaiting both in the next round – Sparta travel to Manchester City, while Stuttgart visit Juventus.

Oct 1, 2024, 6:44 PM

S. Bratislava vs Man City | Lineups

S. Bratislava XI: Dominik Takáč, Guram Kashia, Kevin Wimmer, Vladimír Weiss, Marko Tolić, Tigran Barseghyan, Kenan Bajrić, David Strelec, Cesar Blackman, Danylo Ihnatenko, Kyriakos Savvidis

 

Subs: Martin Trnovský, Adam Hrdina, Siemen Voet, Jurij Medveděv, Nino Marcelli, Alen Mustafić, Róbert Mak, Sharani Zuberu, Lukáš Pauschek, Artur Gajdoš, Július Szöke, Idjessi Metsoko

 

Man City XI: Stefan Ortega, John Stones, Erling Haaland, Jérémy Doku, İlkay Gündoğan, Joško Gvardiol, Manuel Akanji, Savinho, Matheus Nunes, Phil Foden, Rico Lewis

 

Subs: Ederson, Scott Carson, Kyle Walker, Rúben Dias, Mateo Kovačić, Jack Grealish, Bernardo Silva, James McAtee

Oct 1, 2024, 6:42 PM

PSV vs Sporting CP | Lineups

PSV XI: Walter Benítez, Ryan Flamingo, Malik Tillman, Luuk De Jong, Johan Bakayoko, Mauro Júnior, Olivier Boscagli, Guus Til, Jerdy Schouten, Matteo Dams, Ismael Saibari

Subs: Joël Drommel, Niek Schiks, Rick Karsdorp, Armando Obispo, Noa Lang, Ricardo Pepi, Couhaib Driouech, Isaac Babadi, Tygo Land, Richard Ledezma

 

Sporting CP XI: Franco Israel, Hidemasa Morita, Zeno Debast, Viktor Gyökeres, Nuno Santos, Francisco Trincão, Geny Catamo, Gonçalo Inácio, Ousmane Diomande, Morten Hjulmand, Geovany Quenda

 

Subs: Vladan Kovačević, Diego Callai, Conrad Harder, Maximiliano Araújo, Iván Fresneda, Daniel Bragança, Ricardo Esgaio, Eduardo Quaresma, Mauro Couto, Luis Gomes

Oct 1, 2024, 6:40 PM

Arsenal vs PSG | Lineups

Arsenal XI: David Raya, William Saliba, Thomas Partey, Gabriel, Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, Jurriën Timber, Leandro Trossard, Kai Havertz, Riccardo Calafiori, Declan Rice

 

Subs: Neto, Jack Kenny Porter, Gabriel Jesus, Jakub Kiwior, Jorginho, Mikel Merino, Raheem Sterling, Nathan Butler-Oyedeji, Maldini Kacurri, Myles Lewis-Skelly, Ethan Nwaneri, Joshua Robinson

 

PSG XI: Gianluigi Donnarumma, Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos, Désiré Doué, Vitinha, Kang-in Lee, Nuno Mendes, Bradley Barcola, Warren Zaïre-Emery, Willian Pacho, João Neves

 

Subs: Matvei Safonov, Arnau Tenas, Fabián Ruiz, Marco Asensio, Randal Kolo Muani, Senny Mayulu, Lucas Beraldo, Milan Škriniar, Yoram Zague, Naoufel El Hannach, Ibrahim Mbaye

Oct 1, 2024, 6:37 PM

Leverkusen vs AC Milan | Lineups

Leverkusen XI: Lukas Hradecky, Piero Hincapie, Jonathan Tah, Florian Wirtz, Edmond Tapsoba, Alejandro Grimaldo, Amine Adli, Victor Boniface, Aleix García, Jeremie Frimpong, Granit Xhaka

 

Subs: Matěj Kovář, Niklas Lomb, Jonas Hofmann, Robert Andrich, Martin Terrier, Arthur, Patrik Schick, Nathan Tella, Nordi Mukiele, Exequiel Palacios, Jeanuël Belocian

 

AC Milan XI: Mike Maignan, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Rafael Leão, Christian Pulišić, Tijjani Reijnders, Theo Hernández, Emerson, Fikayo Tomori, Youssouf Fofana, Matteo Gabbia, Tammy Abraham

 

Subs: Lapo Nava, Lorenzo Torriani, Davide Calabria, Álvaro Morata, Noah Okafor, Samuel Chukwueze, Malick Thiaw, Strahinja Pavlović, Filippo Terracciano, Yunus Musah

Oct 1, 2024, 6:35 PM

Borussia Dortmund vs Celtic FC | Lineups

Dortmund XI: Gregor Kobel, Yan Couto, Waldemar Anton, Nico Schlotterbeck, Serhou Guirassy, Julian Brandt, Pascal Gross, Emre Can, Julian Ryerson, Karim Adeyemi, Jamie Gittens

 

Subs: Alexander Meyer, Marcel Lotka, Ramy Bensebaini, Felix Nmecha, Maximilian Beier, Julien Duranville, Marcel Sabitzer, Niklas Süle, Ayman Azhil

 

Celtic XI: Kasper Schmeichel, Alistair Johnston, Greg Taylor, Liam Scales, Auston Trusty, Kyogo Furuhashi, Nicolas Kühn, Arne Engels, Paulo Bernardo, Daizen Maeda, Callum McGregor

 

Subs: Viljami Sinisalo, Scott Bain, Luis Palma, Adam Idah, Alex Valle, Hyunjun Yang, Luke McCowan, Maik Nawrocki, Reo Hatate, James Forrest, Anthony Ralston, Stephen Welsh

Oct 1, 2024, 6:32 PM

Inter Milan vs Crvena Zvezda | Lineups

Inter Milan XI: Yann Sommer, Denzel Dumfries, Stefan De Vrij, Piotr Zieliński, Marko Arnautović, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Benjamin Pavard, Carlos Augusto, Alessandro Bastoni, Mehdi Taremi

 

Subs: Raffaele Di Gennaro, Josep Martínez, Marcus Thuram, Lautaro Martínez, Francesco Acerbi, Davide Frattesi, Kristjan Asllani, Yann Bisseck, Federico Dimarco, Matteo Darmian

 

Crvena Zvezda XI: Omri Glazer, Uroš Spajić, Rade Krunić, Cherif Ndiaye, Peter Olayinka, Silas, Timi Elšnik, Nasser Djiga, Vanja Drkušić, Andrija Maksimović, Youngwoo Seol

 

Subs: Marko Ilić, Ivan Guteša, Guélor Kanga, Aleksandar Katai, Bruno Duarte, Dálcio Gomes, Milan Rodić, Stefan Leković, Felício Milson, Luka Ilić, Nemanja Radonjić, Yegor Prutsev

Oct 1, 2024, 6:29 PM

Barcelona vs Young Boys | Lineups

Young Boys XI: Keller; Hadjam, Zoukrou, Ugrinic, Itten, Imeri, Colley, Camara, Blum, Lauper, Monteiro

 

Subs: Von Ballmoos, Marzino, Łakomy, Chaiwa, Elia, Niasse, Virginius, Abdu Conté, Athekame, Ganvoula, Males, Seiler

 

Barcelona XI: Iñaki Peña, Cubarsí, Balde, I. Martinez, Ferran, Pedri, Lewandowski, Raphinha, M. Casadó, Lamine Yamal, Kounde

 

Subs: Ansu Fati, Pablo Torre, Pau Víctor, F. De Jong, Astralaga, H. Fort, Gerard Martín, S. Domínguez, Cuenca, Yaakobishvili, Guillermo, A. Fernández

 

 

Oct 1, 2024, 5:40 PM

Half-time | Salzburg 0-1 Brest

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 league phase match week 2 LIVE Updates | Slazburg vs Brest - sportzpoint.cm

Brest lead by 1-0 after the first half as Sima scored in the 24th minute of the match. 

Oct 1, 2024, 5:38 PM

Halftime | Stuttgart 1-1 Sparta Praha

Interesting first half as the home team took an early lead via Millot but visitors cameback with a 32 minute equaliser from Kairinen. 

Oct 1, 2024, 5:04 PM

LIVE SCORES

 

Oct 1, 2024, 4:53 PM

Stuttgart vs Sparta Praha | Lineups

Stuttgart: Nubel, Stiller, Mittelstädt, Millot, Demirovic, Stenzel, Karazor, Leweling, Chabot, Undav, Rouault

Subs: Bredlow, Seimen, Keitel, Toure, Kratzig, Furhrich, Olivier, Rieder, Raimund, Chase

 

 

Sparta Praha: Vindahl, Kairinen, Rrahmani, Birmančević, Preciado, Laci, Harsalin, Panak, Zeleny, Rynes, Vitik

Subs: Vorel, Solbakken, Ross, Olatunji, Pavelka, Tuci, Danek, Sailek, Pesek, Sorensen, Wiesner, Krasniqi

Oct 1, 2024, 4:47 PM

Salzburg vs Brest | Lineups

Salzburg: Blaswich, Biadoo, Clark, Bidstrup, Konate, Gourna-Douath, Daghim, Gloukh, Morgalla, Dedic, Piatkowski

Subs: Schlager, Hamzic, Blank, Okoh, Capaldo, Bajcetic, Diambou, Mellberg, Nene, Yeo

 

Brest: Bizot, Lala, Coulibaly, Le Cardinal, Haidara, Camara, Fernandes, Magnetti, Del Castillo, Ajorque, Sima

Subs: Coudert, Jauny, Ndiaye, Chardonnet, Doumbia, Camblan, Balde, Faivre, Pereira Lage, Martin, Salah

 

Oct 1, 2024, 2:10 PM

Streaming Details

Football and Champions League fans from India can watch the matches LIVE on Sony Sports Network Channels on Television. Moreover, they can stream the matches live on Sony LIV app and website.

Oct 1, 2024, 2:09 PM

Matches on 1st and 2nd October [Matchday 3]

  • Salzburg vs Brest - 1st October 2024 - 10.15 pm IST
  • Stuttgart vs Sparta Praha - 1st October 2024 - 10.15 pm IST
  • Inter Milan vs Crvena Zvezda - 2nd October 2024 - 12.30 am IST
  • Borussia Dortmund vs Celtic - 2nd October 2024 - 12.30 am IST
  • Barcelona vs Young Boys - 2nd October 2024 - 12.30 am IST
  • Leverkusen vs Milan - 2nd October 2024 - 12.30 am IST
  • Arsenal vs PSG - 2nd October 2024 - 12.30 am IST
  • PSV vs Sporting CP - 2nd October 2024 - 12.30 am IST
  • S. Bratislava vs Man. City - 2nd October 2024 - 12.30 am IST
  • Shakhtar vs Atalanta - 2nd October 2024 - 12.30 am IST
  • Girona vs Fenenoord - 2nd October 2024 - 12.30 am IST
Next Article

Villarreal CF vs Real Madrid CF Highlights La Liga 2024-25: Kylian Mbappe's brace helps Real Madrid secure three points to get back to the top of the table | VIL 1-2 RMA

Catch the highlights of the Villarreal CF vs Real Madrid CF match of the La Liga 2024-25 at El Madrigal Stadium in Villarreal, Madrid.

Mar 15, 2025, 7:32 PM2 min read

Villarreal CF vs Real Madrid CF LIVE La Liga 2024-25-sportzpoint.com

Hello and welcome to another La Liga night. Tonight, we will cover the high-intensity match-up in the La Liga as Villarreal CF will face Real Madrid CF at the El Madrigal Stadium in Villarreal, Spain.

Villarreal CF is currently fifth on the league table. They have accumulated 44 points with 12 wins, eight draws, and six losses from their opening 26 matches. They have a great chance of finishing in the top four and qualifying for the UEFA Champions League next season. They suffered a shocking loss against Alaves in their last game and will look to get back to winning ways.

On the other hand, Real Madrid is placed second on the league table. They are level on points (57) with their rivals, FC Barcelona. Los Blancos qualified for the quarterfinals after an intense and controversial matchup against Atletico Madrid and can regain the top spot in the league with a win. The defending champions had an inconsistent run in the league recently, dropping seven points in their last five games.

So, sit back and relax as Swastik Debnath brings you the buildup, news, images, live scores, news, and updates of the Villarreal CF vs Real Madrid CF match from our webdesk.

Moreover, you can follow us on Twitter for all the updates. Join our Telegram and WhatsApp channels to get all the news and scorelines.

LIVE Updates

Mar 15, 2025, 7:26 PM

Laliga table after this match!

Mar 15, 2025, 7:24 PM

Final whistle blows! VIL 1-2 RMA

Mar 15, 2025, 7:22 PM

90+3' | Throw in to Villarreal

Mar 15, 2025, 7:20 PM

End of the regulation time | Extra 3 minutes added

Mar 15, 2025, 7:19 PM

90' Corner to Villarreal

Mar 15, 2025, 7:18 PM

89' | Corner to Villarreal

Mar 15, 2025, 7:17 PM

87' | Chance for Real Madrid

Arda Gula tries his luck with a long shot in the box but the angle was too narrow to find the back of the net

Mar 15, 2025, 7:14 PM

84' | Change for Villarreal

IN: Denis Suarez

OUT: Pape Gueye

Mar 15, 2025, 7:11 PM

82' | Change for Real Madrid

IN: Arda Guler

OUT: Fede Valverde

Mar 15, 2025, 7:09 PM

79' | Change for Villarreal!

IN: Dani Parejo

OUT:  Santi Comesana Veiga,

Mar 15, 2025, 7:08 PM

79' | Corner to Real Madrid

Mar 15, 2025, 7:07 PM

78'| Real Madrid is looking to hold on to ball

Mar 15, 2025, 7:05 PM

75' | Yellow Card to Villarreal

Foyth commits a foul on Vinicius, as the referee shows the Yellow to Foyth

Mar 15, 2025, 7:02 PM

72' | Offside

This time Mbappe is in an offside positon

Mar 15, 2025, 7:01 PM

71' | Offside

Vinicius is in an offside position.

Mar 15, 2025, 7:00 PM

69' | Real Madrid is looking to hold on to ball

With Villarreal keeping their defense tight, Real Madrid is looking to hold on to the ball and find the correct time to attack.

Mar 15, 2025, 6:56 PM

65' | Change for Real Madrid

IN: Luka Modric

OUT: Rodrygo

Mar 15, 2025, 6:55 PM

64 '| Double subs for Villarreal

OUT: Trevor Buchnan, Sergi Cardona 

IN: Yeremi Pino, Alfonso Pedraza

Mar 15, 2025, 6:53 PM

63' | Villarreal is pushing in for the equalizer

Mar 15, 2025, 6:52 PM

63' | Corner to Villarreal

Mar 15, 2025, 6:52 PM

61' | Changes for Real Madrid

IN: Vinicius Junior, Antonio Rudiger

OUT: Raul Asencio, Brahim Diaz

Mar 15, 2025, 6:49 PM

59' | Brilliant save by Courtois

Baena tries his luck with a shot from outside of the box, but Courtois full-stretched save declines the shot

Mar 15, 2025, 6:46 PM

56' | Free Kick to Real Madrid

Foyth commits a foul Mbappe.

Mar 15, 2025, 6:44 PM

55' | Corner to Villarreal

Mar 15, 2025, 6:43 PM

54' | Brilliant defending by Asencio

Mar 15, 2025, 6:42 PM

53' | Corner to Villarreal

Mar 15, 2025, 6:41 PM

50' | Yellow card to Villarreal!

Cardona commits an awful foul on Vasquez, as the referee shows the yellow to Cardona.

Mar 15, 2025, 6:40 PM

49' | Chance for Villarreal

Villarreal misses a golden opportunity to score the equalizer, as Baena puts a cross for Barry into the final third, but he fails to find the back of the net.

Mar 15, 2025, 6:37 PM

48' | Offside!

Ayoze is in an offside position.

Mar 15, 2025, 6:35 PM

46' | Half time change for Villarreal

IN: Barry

Out: Carlos Pepe

Mar 15, 2025, 6:34 PM

46' | Second half is Underway!

Mar 15, 2025, 6:22 PM

First Half's moments

ImageImage

Mar 15, 2025, 6:21 PM

End of the First Half: VIL 1-2 RMA

Mar 15, 2025, 6:20 PM

45+2' | Brilliant defending by Raul

Nicolas Pepe puts a brilliant pass in the final third, but Asencio's full stretched tackle clears out the threat. 

Mar 15, 2025, 6:17 PM

45+1' | Throw in for Real Madrid

Mar 15, 2025, 6:16 PM

End of the regular 45 minutes | Extra 3 minutes added time

Mar 15, 2025, 6:16 PM

45' | Brilliant save by Courtois

Mar 15, 2025, 6:15 PM

44' | Chance for Real Madrid

Rodrygo tries his luck with a shot in the final third but Conde confidently saves the ball

Mar 15, 2025, 6:14 PM

43' | Real Madrid is constantly pushing in to double their lead

Mar 15, 2025, 6:09 PM

38' | Free Kick to Real Madrid

Baena commits a foul on Mbappe, as the referee awards a free kick to the Los Blancos.

Mar 15, 2025, 6:07 PM

36' | Brilliant Defending by Tchouameni

Mar 15, 2025, 6:05 PM

33' | Yellow card to Real Madrid

Tchouameni commits an awful foul on Ayoze, as the referee awards a freekick and shows a yellow card to Tchouameni.

Mar 15, 2025, 6:03 PM

33' | Throw in to Real Madrid

Mar 15, 2025, 6:01 PM

30'| Chance for Real Madrid

Los Blancos showed a very good combination of Rodygo and Mbappe, but at the end of the attack Rodrygo failed to net the ball.

Mar 15, 2025, 5:59 PM

28' | Free Kick to Real Madrid

Cardona commits a foul on Vasquez, as the referee awarded a free kick to Los Blancos.

Mar 15, 2025, 5:58 PM

26' | Free Kick to Real Madrid

Baena commits a foul on Valverde, as the referee awarded a free-kick

Mar 15, 2025, 5:55 PM

23' | GOALLLL! VIL 1-2 RMA

Los Blancos take the lead, as Vasquez places a beautiful pass into the final third for Mbappe, and he finds the net.

Mar 15, 2025, 5:52 PM

22' | Corner to Villarreal

Mar 15, 2025, 5:52 PM

21' | Free Kick to Villarreal

Vasquez commits a foul on Cardona.

Mar 15, 2025, 5:49 PM

17' | GOALLLL! VIL 1-1 RMA

Real Madrid scores the equalizer, as Brahim Diaz makes a beautiful run but fails to net the ball, but a rebound ball finds Mbappé and he finds the net.

Mar 15, 2025, 5:44 PM

13' | Another corner to Real Madrid

Mar 15, 2025, 5:44 PM

13' | Corner to Real Madrid

Mar 15, 2025, 5:43 PM

12' | Corner to Villaerreal

Mar 15, 2025, 5:43 PM

11' | Villarreal is applying a mid-block press!

After scoring an early goal, Villareal is applying a mid-block press on Real Madrid.

Mar 15, 2025, 5:40 PM

7' | GOALLL!

Mar 15, 2025, 5:36 PM

5' | Chance for Villarreal

Ayoze tries his luck with a short in the final third, but Courtois confidently saves the shot.

Mar 15, 2025, 5:34 PM

3' | Free Kick to Real Madrid

Gueye commits a foul on Mbappe, as the referee awarded a free kick to the Los Blancos.

Mar 15, 2025, 5:33 PM

2' | Free Kick to Real Madrid

Baena commits a foul on Valverde.

Mar 15, 2025, 5:30 PM

1' | Kick-Off

The match is underway in Villarreal.

Mar 15, 2025, 5:07 PM

Today's stage!

Mar 15, 2025, 5:06 PM

Grand Entry of the host

Mar 15, 2025, 5:05 PM

Los Blancos have arrived!

Mar 15, 2025, 5:04 PM

Starting XI: Villarreal CF

Diego Conde (GK), Logan Evans Costa, Willy Kambwala, Juan Foyth, Tajon Trevor Buchnan, Santi Comesana Veiga, Alejandro Baena, Nicolas Pepe, Pape Gueye, Ayoze Perez, Sergi Cardona 

Mar 15, 2025, 4:58 PM

Starting XI: Real Madrid CF

Thibaut Courtois (GK), Lucas Vasquez, Aurelien Tchouameni, Raul Asencio, Fede Valverde, Fran Garcia, Edouardo Camavinga, Jude Bellingham, Brahim Diaz, Rodrygo, Kylian Mbappe.

Mr. Carlo Ancelotti 

Mar 15, 2025, 1:47 PM

Manager Marcelino's reaction!

Mar 15, 2025, 1:45 PM

Season 2024 in Santiago Bernabeu

Mar 15, 2025, 1:44 PM

Villarreal CF vs Real Madrid CF previous meetings

Mar 15, 2025, 1:43 PM

Where to watch the match?

Football fans from India can El-Clasico free on the GXR App and Website. There is no official TV Broadcast for Laliga in India.

Mar 15, 2025, 1:41 PM

Match Info!

Mar 15, 2025, 1:40 PM

Big Game Ahead!

Mar 15, 2025, 1:39 PM

Recent form: Real Madrid CF

  • Atletico Madrid 1-0 Real Madrid (UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16, Real won on Penalties 2-4)
  • Real Madrid 2-1 Rayo Vallecano 
  • Real Madrid 2-1 Atletico Madrid (UCL RO16)
  • Real Betis 2-1 Real Madrid
  • Real Sociedad 0-1 Real Madrid (Copa del Rey semis first leg)

 

Mar 15, 2025, 1:35 PM

Recent Form: Villarreal CF

  • Deportivo Alaves 1-0 Villarreal CF
  • Rayo Vallecano 0-1 Villarreal CF
  • Villarreal 1-1 Valencia
  • Las Palmas 1-2 Villarreal CF
  • Villarreal 5-1 Valladolid

 

Mar 15, 2025, 1:32 PM

Venue Details: El Madrigal

Villarreal CF vs Real Madrid CF LIVE Laliga 2024-25-sportzpoint.com

Mar 15, 2025, 1:30 PM

Match Details

Match: Villarreal CF vs Real Madrid CF

Venue: El Madrigal

Date: 15-03-2025

Time: 23:00 IST

Next Article

Manchester City vs Brighton Highlights Premier League 2024-25 | Brighton equalize twice to share the spoils against Man City | FT MCI 2-2 BHA

Read the highlights of the Manchester City vs Brighton match in the Premier League 2024-25 at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester.

Mar 15, 2025, 4:56 PM1 min read

Manchester City vs Brighton LIVE Updates Premier League 2024-25 Live Scores, News and Commentary-sportzpoint.com

Hello and welcome to another live coverage of Premier League football. This evening, we will bring you all the live updates, scores, news, and free commentary of the Manchester City vs Brighton Premier League 2024-25 fixture set to be played at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester.

Manchester City, the defending champions, are having a difficult season and are currently battling to secure a spot in continental competitions for next season. The Cityzens are now standing in the fifth position, having earned 47 points in 28 matches. On the other hand, Brighton are just one point behind City, positioned seventh as of now with 46 points in 28 games.

Although City is struggling, this encounter against Brighton will be crucial for both teams before heading onto the international break. So sit back and enjoy the game as we bring you all the real-time updates, team news, live scores, and match commentary tonight.

This is Soumit Bhattacharya, who will bring you all the updates of the match from the web desk.

Moreover, you can follow us on Twitter for all the updates. Join our Telegram and WhatsApp channels to get all the news and scores.

LIVE Updates

Mar 15, 2025, 5:09 PM

Full-time | Manchester City 2-2 Brighton

Despite taking the lead two times throughout the game, Brighton hold Manchester City in a 2-2 stalemate at home.

Erling Haaland drew the first blood from the spot, which was canceled out only ten minutes later, through a blistering free-kick by Pervis Estupinan. Right before the break, Omar Marmoush produced a lightning strike, which put City ahead at the break. However, Brighton equalized only three minutes into the second half, as Hinshelwood's strike forced Khusanov to fire it into his own net. 

Following that, Brighton had a couple of chances, with Baleba missing a golden opportunity, but they fought well to snatch a point away from Etihad, intensifying the qualification race for the top four spots in the 2024-25 Premier League!

Mar 15, 2025, 5:01 PM

Premier League 2024-25 table after this game

The race to qualify for the top four spot has just intensified!

Position Team Matches Played Wins Draws Losses Goals Scored Goals Conceded Goal Difference Points
1 Liverpool 29 21 7 1 69 27 +42 70
2 Arsenal 28 15 10 3 52 24 +28 55
3 Nottm Forest 29 16 6 7 49 35 +14 54
4 Chelsea 28 14 7 7 53 36 +17 49
5 Man City 29 14 6 9 55 40 +15 48
6 Newcastle 28 14 5 9 47 38 +9 47
7 Brighton 29 12 11 6 48 42 +6 47
8 Aston Villa 29 12 9 8 41 45 -4 45
9 Bournemouth 28 12 8 8 47 34 +13 44
10 Fulham 28 11 9 8 41 38 +3 42
11 Crystal Palace 28 10 9 9 36 33 +3 39
12 Brentford 28 11 5 12 48 44 +4 38
13 Tottenham 28 10 4 14 55 41 +14 34
14 Everton 29 7 13 9 32 36 -4 34
15 Man United 28 9 7 12 34 40 -6 34
16 West Ham 29 9 7 13 33 49 -16 34
17 Wolves 29 7 5 17 40 58 -18 26
18 Ipswich Town 29 3 8 18 28 62 -34 17
19 Leicester City 28 4 5 19 25 62 -37 17
20 Southampton 29 2 3 24 21 70 -49 9

 

Mar 15, 2025, 4:54 PM

90'+4' | Here goes the full-time whistle! | FT MCI 2-2 BHA

Image

Mar 15, 2025, 4:51 PM

90' | 4 minutes of injury time added on

Mar 15, 2025, 4:51 PM

90' | Verbruggen sees a yellow

Verbruggen is shown a yellow for delaying.

Mar 15, 2025, 4:51 PM

90' | Close for Bruyne!

De Bruyne kept his free-kick low to the ground, as the ball rolled past every player inside the box but missed the far post by inches!

Mar 15, 2025, 4:48 PM

87' | Substitution for Brighton

In: Matts Wieffer

Out: Carlos Baleba

Mar 15, 2025, 4:46 PM

86' | Substitution for City

In: Kevin De Bruyne

Out: Omar Marmoush

Mar 15, 2025, 4:45 PM

83' | Substitutions for Brighton

In: Simon Adingra, Brajan Gruda

Out: Karou Mitoma, Yankuba Minteh

Mar 15, 2025, 4:44 PM

82' | So close for Baleba!

This was definitely the best chance for Brighton in this game!

Mitoma powered a grounder from the left, which sailed past every other player inside the box but found Baleba right in the middle of the box.

However, the Brighton midfielder fired his strike inches over the crosspiece despite having only Ortega in front of him.

Image

Mar 15, 2025, 4:42 PM

80' | Hinshelwood hits the side-netting!

On a fierce counter-attack, Brighton came up with a good build-up, but Hinshelwood's strike from inside the 18-yard-box on the left only found the side-netting.

Mar 15, 2025, 4:41 PM

80' | Nico hits the bar!

Nico Gonzalez attempted a free header from inside the six-yard box, but he only rattled the near post!

Golden opportunity for the hosts!

Mar 15, 2025, 4:39 PM

79' | Chance for City

Doku beats Baleba on the edge of the corner line, but Doku's pass was quickly cleared away by the Seagulls' defence.

Mar 15, 2025, 4:37 PM

76' | Substitution for City

Silva was substituted in earlier, but seems like he has sustained an apparent injury and now he is making his way back to the bench.

In: Phil Foden

Out: Bernardo Silva

Mar 15, 2025, 4:37 PM

75' | Substitutions for Brighton

In: Yasin Ayari, Danny Welbeck

Out: Diego Gomez, Geoginio Rutter

Mar 15, 2025, 4:36 PM

70' | Collection from Verbruggen

Erling Haaland's header failed to generate the power he sought, as Verbruggen made an easy collection.

Mar 15, 2025, 4:32 PM

The gaffers

Can they pull off all three points for their respective sides?

Mar 15, 2025, 4:25 PM

63' | Brilliant chance, but offside

Gvardiol's mindblowing forward pass from way down the left flank found Marmpush running in front of the penalty area. The winger fired into the box, but his quick chip was stopped by Verbruggen.

However, Marmoush was already flagged for offside.

Mar 15, 2025, 4:24 PM

61' | Yellow for Doku

Jeremy Doku is shown the yellow for a foul.

Mar 15, 2025, 4:23 PM

60' | Chance for Brighton!

Diego Gomez unleashed a right-footed strike from outside the box, but it sailed inches past the left post.

Mar 15, 2025, 4:23 PM

58' | Substitution for Man City

In: Bernardo Silva

Out: Savinho

Mar 15, 2025, 4:22 PM

54' | Chance for City

Ilay Gundogan's long-ranger from outside the box was well-blocked inside the opposition box.

Mar 15, 2025, 4:21 PM

51' | Chance for Brighton

Baleba found the ball at the edge of the box following a mispass from Savinho, but his right-footed strike soared past the left-post.

Mar 15, 2025, 4:19 PM

48' | GOALLLL! Hinshelwood equalizes! | MCI 2-2 BHA

Minteh's dangerous cross was denied by Gvardiol at first, but the following corner was headed in by Webster into the six-yard box, and Hinshelwood's strike bounced off Khusanov and entered the goal!

Brighton equalizes for the second time this evening!

Unluckily, the goal will be counted as an own goal by Khusanov.

Image

Jack celebrating on his knees in front of the away end. Get in there!

Mar 15, 2025, 4:16 PM

46' | Second half begins

Mar 15, 2025, 3:50 PM

45'+4' | The half-time whistle is blown | HT MCI 2-1 BHA

Image

Mar 15, 2025, 3:46 PM

45' | 4 minutes of added time announced

Mar 15, 2025, 3:46 PM

45' | Game resumes

Van Hecke seemed to be in discomfort, but he is now fine after receiving medical attention. The game has resumed.

Mar 15, 2025, 3:44 PM

43' | So close for Pedro!

An error from Ruben Dias led Joao Pedro to collect the ball in an open front of goal, but his left-footed grounder sailed just inches past the right post!

Very close for the Brighton marksman.

Joao lying down after shooting inches wide. Keep pushing, Albion!

Mar 15, 2025, 3:41 PM

39' | GOALLL! WHAT WAS THAT, MARMOUSH? | MCI 2-1 BHA

Absolute brilliance from the Egyptian youngster!

Gundogan's swift square found Marmoush right in front of the 18-yard-box, and netted an absolute banger as his blistering right-footed strike rattled te back of the net, leaving no room for Verbruggen!

City leads yet again!

Image

Image

Mar 15, 2025, 3:39 PM

38' | Poor effort from Gundogan

Haaland chipped the ball swiftly in front of Gundogan, but the German midfielder's half-volleyed strike went past the far post.

Mar 15, 2025, 3:37 PM

35' | Chances for Brighton

Webster's header following a corner was denied by Haaland in front of the goal.

The following attack was carried out by Minteh, but his left-footed curler sailed past the far post.

Mar 15, 2025, 3:35 PM

Into the history books!

Mar 15, 2025, 3:34 PM

33' | Great tackle from Van Hecke!

Savinho sprinted into the box from the right, but took second before taking a strike, but van Hecke executed a perfect tackle to deny the strike.

Mar 15, 2025, 3:30 PM

29' | Chance for City

Jeremy Doku made a sublime run on the left before delivering a cross into the box, but Haaland's first-time strike from the middle of the box went way over the crossbar!

Mar 15, 2025, 3:27 PM

26' | Baleba is shown a yellow

Baleba is shown Brighton's third yellow this evening for a foul.

Mar 15, 2025, 3:26 PM

24' | Save from Verbruggen

Verbruggen quickly stretched his right foot on the ground to deny a grounded strike by Savinho who struck it from close to the six-yard box.

Mar 15, 2025, 3:23 PM

21' | GOALLLLL! Estupinan slots it home with a screamer!!! | MCI 1-1 BHA

Oh my word!

What a free-kick from Estupinan!

From close to the 18-yard-box, Estupinan unleashed a powerful left-footed free-kick which rattled the left post and drifted back into City's net!

Game on!

Mar 15, 2025, 3:19 PM

18' | Mitoma gets booked

Karou Mitoma is booked for a foul on Savinho.

Mar 15, 2025, 3:17 PM

15' | Yellow for Savinho

Savinho received a booking as well for time wasting.

Mar 15, 2025, 3:14 PM

11' | Pedro is booked

Joao Pedro is shown a yellow.

Mar 15, 2025, 3:13 PM

Milestone alert!

Haaland registers his 100th goal contribution in his Premier League career!

The Norwegian Machine also scores his 21st goal this season!

Mar 15, 2025, 3:12 PM

11' | GOALLLL! Haaland converts! | MCI 1-0 BHA

Haaland netted it through the bottom-right corner with a powerful grounder from the spot, leaving Verbuggen on the other end.

City leads!

Mar 15, 2025, 3:11 PM

10' | Penalty for City!

Haaland played the pass to Marmoush running upwards on the right, as he is taken down inside the box by Adam Webster, and referee Simon Hooper signalled for a penalty!

Mar 15, 2025, 3:10 PM

8' | Chance for City

Marmoush entered a penalty from the left before unleashing a strike, but Jan Paul van Hecke blocked it well.

Mar 15, 2025, 3:08 PM

6' | Is it a goal?

That was a brilliant link-up play from all the way down the middle, which was headed in by Mitoma while charging against Lewis. Although Ortega failed to catch the ball,  it rolled inside.

However, the VAR review decides that it was a foul by Mitoma on Lewis, as the goal will not stand.

Mar 15, 2025, 3:04 PM

3' | Chance for Brighton

Mitoma beat Lewis on the right and lodged a low cross into the box, that was almost met by a triggering Joao Pedro inside the box; but the shot soared off target.

Mar 15, 2025, 3:01 PM

1' | Kick Off!

The match is underway at Etihad!

Mar 15, 2025, 2:28 PM

Heartwarming

Mar 15, 2025, 2:27 PM

Hosts in the house!

Mar 15, 2025, 2:26 PM

Line-up | Brighton

Starting XI: Bart Verbruggen (GK); Jack Hinshelwood, Jan Paul van Hecke, Adam Webster, Pervis Estupiñán, Carlos Quomah Baleba, Diego Gómez; Yankuba Minteh, Georginio Rutter, Kaoru Mitoma; João Pedro

Subs: Gruda, Adingra, Cashin, Welbeck, Ayari, Wieffer, Rushworth, Slater, Wright

Head Coach: Fabian Hürzeler

Mar 15, 2025, 2:22 PM

Line-up | Manchester City

Starting XI: Stefan Ortega (GK); Rico Lewis, Abdukodir Khusanov, Ruben Dias, Josko, Gvardiol; Ilkay Gundogan, Nico Gonzalez; Savinho, Omar Marmoush, Jeremy Doku; Erling Haaland

Subs: Kovacic, Grealish, De Bruyne, Bernardo, Reis, Nunes, Carson, Foden, McAtee

Head Coach: Pep Guardiola

Mar 15, 2025, 11:01 AM

Earlier this season

On 9 November 2024, Brighton stunned Man City by winning 2-1 over them at the Falmer Stadium, Brighton.

Despite Erling Haaland scoring the first goal in the 23rd minute, two late goals from Brighton's Joao Pedro and Matt O'Riley in the 78th and 83rd minute respectively, sealed a famous win for the Seagulls at home.

Mar 15, 2025, 10:56 AM

Tonight's venue | Etihad Stadium

Manchester City plans expanded fan experiences | blooloop

Mar 15, 2025, 10:50 AM

How to watch the match?

Football fans from India can watch the match LIVE on Star Sports Select HD Channel. Fans can also stream the match LIVE on JioHotstar with a paid subscription. 

Mar 15, 2025, 10:49 AM

Match Details

Match: Manchester City vs Brighton Premier League 2024-25

Date: 15 March 2025

Time: 8:30 pm IST

Venue: Etihad Stadium, Manchester

Next Article

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 Second Leg Round Up: Liverpool, Atletico bow out; Barcelona, Real Madrid, PSG, Bayern advance

PSG knocked Liverpool out to progress, as Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich sealed their place in the Quarter Finals after the UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 Second Leg.

Mar 13, 2025, 11:39 AM6 min read

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 Second Leg Round Up: Liverpool, Atletico bow out; Barcelona, Real Madrid, PSG, Bayern advance-sportzpoint.com
PSG knocked Liverpool out on penalties.

The UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 Second Leg has ended, concluding the round with eight teams that have earned their qualification into the Champions League Quarter Finals this season.

Read Also | UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Quarterfinals schedule: Everything you need to know

Paris Saint-Germain stunned Liverpool in the second leg, managing a 1-0 win in the regulation time before knocking the league phase leaders out of the competition following a 4-1 win on penalties.

Barcelona dominated over Benfica, earning a 3-1 victory at home to secure the quarter-final place with a 4-1 aggregate. Bayern Munich also clinched a 2-0 win against Bayer Leverkusen, advancing to the quarters with a 5-0 cushion across two legs.

Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid fought till the last minute as Atletico managed a 1-0 win to equalize the tie, but Los Blancos secured a 4-2 victory on penalties to advance to the quarters.

Read Also | UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 First Leg Round Up

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 Second Leg Round Up

FC Barcelona 3-1 Benfica (4-1 Agg)

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 Second Leg Round Up: Liverpool, Atletico bow out; Barcelona, Real Madrid, PSG, Bayern advance-sportzpoint.com

Raphinha and Lamine Yamal led from the front to help FC Barcelona win 3-1 against Benfica in the return leg, accumulating a 4-1 aggregate to progress through to the quarter-finals.

Raphinha opened the scoring in the 11th minute, as Otamendi equalized just two minutes later. However, a world-class strike from Lamine Yamal and Raphinha's second goal produced a dominant win for Blaugranas, despite a goalless second half.

Barcelona will take on Borussia Dortmund in the quarter-finals.

Read Also | Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg Highlights: Barcelona through to quarter-finals with an easy 4-1 win on aggregate

Inter Milan 2-1 Feyenoord (4-1 Agg)

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 Second Leg Round Up: Liverpool, Atletico bow out; Barcelona, Real Madrid, PSG, Bayern advance-sportzpoint.com

Inter Milan stamped a well-deserved 2-1 victory over Feyenoord at the San Siro, winning the tie on a 4-1 aggregate to advance to the quarter-finals.

Marcus Thuram netted an early goal in the eighth minute, that was canceled out by Jakub Moder, who equalized from the spot in the 42nd minute. However, Hakan Çalhanoğlu fired the winner with a boastful penalty in the 51st minute.

Inter Milan will go against Bayern Munich in the quarter-finals.

Liverpool 0-1 Paris Saint-Germain (1-1 Agg, 1-4 pens)

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 Second Leg Round Up: Liverpool, Atletico bow out; Barcelona, Real Madrid, PSG, Bayern advance-sportzpoint.com

Arguably, this tie has produced the most gripping and absorbing footballing actions across two legs in the RO16 this season. After a fighting 1-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain at Parc de Princes, Liverpool crashed out of the UCL 2024-25 following a 1-4 defeat on penalties.

Ousmane Dembele drew the first blood early in the 12th minute, but almost 110 minutes of football afterwards failed to decide a winner, ending the tie on a 1-1 aggregate.

However, Gianluigi Donnarumma became a wall between PSG's sticks in the penalties, saving two penalties of Darwin Nunez and Curtis Jones to hand PSG the advantage in a nail-biting shootout. Desire Doue netted the winning penalty for PSG, taking them to the quarters. 

Les Parisiens will meet Aston Villa in the quarter-finals.

Read Also | Liverpool vs Paris Saint-Germain Highlights UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg | PSG advances, Liverpool crash out after losing on penalties | FT LIV 0-1 PSG (1-1 AGG, 1-4 pens)

Bayer Leverkusen 0-2 Bayern Munich (0-5 Agg)

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 Second Leg Round Up: Liverpool, Atletico bow out; Barcelona, Real Madrid, PSG, Bayern advance-sportzpoint.com

Bayern Munich had another composed victory over Bayer Leverkusen, beating them 2-0 to progress through the next stage with a commendable 5-0 aggregate.

Harry Kane and Alphonso Davies scored in the 52nd and the 71st minute respectively, leading the German side to the UCL 2024-25 quarter-finals.

Read Also | Bayer Leverkusen vs Bayern Munich Highlights UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 2nd Leg: Bayern secures their spot in the quarter-finals | LEV 0-2 BAY (Agg. BAY 5-0 LEV)

Lille OSC 1-2 Borussia Dortmund (2-3 Agg)

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 Second Leg Round Up: Liverpool, Atletico bow out; Barcelona, Real Madrid, PSG, Bayern advance-sportzpoint.com

Borussia Dortmund pulled off a sensational comeback against Lille OSC in the second leg, winning 2-1 against the French side to qualify for the quarters with a 3-2 aggregate.

Jonathan David opened the account for Lille only 5 minutes into the game, as the first half ended with Lille leading 2-1 in the tie. However, Emre Can converted the spotkick in the 54th minute to equalize the game, as Maxilmilian Beier netted a sublime curler in the 65th minute to hand Dortmund a comeback victory.

Dortmund will lock horns against FC Barcelona in the quarter-finals.

Read Also | Lille OSC vs Borussia Dortmund Highlights UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg | Dortmund wins a thrilling contest with a second-half comeback; advances to the quarters | FT LIL 1-2 BVB (AGG 2-3)

Aston Villa 3-0 Club Brugge (6-1 Agg)

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 Second Leg Round Up: Liverpool, Atletico bow out; Barcelona, Real Madrid, PSG, Bayern advance-sportzpoint.com

Aston Villa earned a comfortable 3-0 victory over ten-men Club Brugge in the second leg to enter the quarters with a 6-1 score on aggregate.

After a goalless first half, Marco Asensio scored a brace in the 50th and 61st minute respectively, accompanied by Ian Maatsen who found the back of the net in the 57th minute. 

Aston Villa will face Paris Saint-Germain in the quarter-finals.

Read Also | Aston Villa vs Club Brugge UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg Highlights: Villa to face PSG in quarters after a 3-0 win (6-1 agg)

Arsenal 2-2 PSV Eindhoven (9-3 Agg)

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 Second Leg Round Up: Liverpool, Atletico bow out; Barcelona, Real Madrid, PSG, Bayern advance-sportzpoint.com

After producing a 7-1 crushing in the first leg, Arsenal shared the spoils in a 2-2 stalemate with PSV in the return leg. Despite the draw, Arsenal are through to the quarters with a massive 9-3 win on aggregate.

Oleksandr Zinchenko scored early in the sixth minute of the game. However, Ivan Perisic equalized in the 18th minute for the visiting side. Declan Rice netted a banger in the 37th minute, but PSV pulled off another equalizing goal in the 70th minute as Couhaib Driouech scored in his first UCL start.

The game ended in a 2-2 draw, as Arsenal progressed onto the quarters, where they will go against the defending champions Real Madrid.

Atletico Madrid 1-0 Real Madrid (2-2 Agg, 2-4 pens)

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 Second Leg Round Up: Liverpool, Atletico bow out; Barcelona, Real Madrid, PSG, Bayern advance-sportzpoint.com

The Madrid Derby in the return leg gifted another spectacular game of football. Atletico madrid levelled the tie with a 1-0 win after 120 minutes, but Real Madrid emerged victorious on penalties, winning 4-2 to march onto the quarters.

Atletico midfielder Connor Gallagher scored only 30 seconds after the kickoff, but both teams failed to find the net in the remaining minutes, leading the tie to a 2-2 aggregate.

However, Julian Alvarez's spotkick in the shootout was canceled for an apparent double touch. Atletico fell behind, but Real Madrid's fourth penalty, taken by Lucas Vanquez, was denied by Jan Oblak.

Following that, Marcos Llorente had a chance to pull Atletico back in the game, but he hit the woodwork under pressure. Antonio Rugider netted the winning penalty for Real Madrid. Los Blancos will face Arsneal in the quarters.

Read Also | Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid CF Highlights UEFA Champions League RO16 Second Leg: Real Madrid secures their spot in the quarterfinals after defeating Atletico on the penalties | ATM 1(2)-(4)0 RMA (AGG. RMA 2-2 ATM)

Next Article

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Quarterfinals schedule: Everything you need to know

Read the full schedule, match details, match fixtures, dates, and kickoff times of the UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Quarterfinals, stay updated on your favorite teams.

Mar 13, 2025, 8:26 AM5 min read

UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Quarterfinals Match Fixture, Dates, Schedule-sportzpoint.com
Image Credit: UEFA

The UEFA Champions League has reached its most thrilling stage, with the Quarterfinals now set. After an intense Round of 16, only eight teams remain in the race for UEFA Champions League glory. This season has delivered iconic moments, major surprises, and standout individual performances. The quarterfinal draw brings together tournament favorites and unexpected challengers, promising an exciting battle for the prestigious trophy.

Quarterfinals Matchups:

Bayern Munich vs Inter Milan:

  • Bayern triumphed with an aggregate 5-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen and remains a top contender.
  • Inter Milan secured their spot in the quarterfinals by defeating Feyenoord with a 4-1 aggregate.

Highlights:

Bayern vs Leverkusen:

First Leg: FC Bayern Munich vs Bayer Leverkusen Highlights UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Kane Brace Leads Bayern to Dominant 3-0 Win Over Ten-Men Leverkusen | FT' Bayern Munich 3-0 Leverkusen

Second Leg: Bayer Leverkusen vs Bayern Munich Highlights UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 2nd Leg: Bayern secures their spot in the Quarter-finals with a 5-0 triumph over Bayer Leverkusen | LEV 0-2 BAY (Agg. BAY 5-0 LEV)

Aston Villa vs Paris Saint Germain:

  • Aston Villa, one of the tournament’s surprises, eliminated Club Brugge 3-1 and continues its fairytale run.
  • Paris Saint-Germain edged out Liverpool in a dramatic penalty shootout, with Gianluigi Donnarumma emerging as the hero.

Highlights:

Aston Villa vs Club Brugge:

First Leg: Club Brugge vs Aston Villa Highlights UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16: Aston Villa will face Club Brugge in the second leg with a two-goal lead | FT BRU 1-3 AVL

Second Leg: Aston Villa vs Club Brugge UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg Highlights: Villa to face PSG in quarters after a 3-0 win (6-1 agg)

PSG vs Liverpool:

First Leg: Paris Saint-Germain vs Liverpool Highlights UEFA Champions League 2024-25 | Alisson puts up a masterclass in Paris; Elliot's late strike sinks a ruthless PSG | FT PSG 0-1 LIV

Second Leg: Liverpool vs Paris Saint-Germain Highlights UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg | PSG advances, Liverpool crash out after losing on penalties | FT LIV 0-1 PSG (1-1 AGG, 1-4 pens)

Arsenal vs Real Madrid CF:

  • Arsenal delivered a dominant performance, thrashing PSV Eindhoven 9-3 over two legs.
  • Real Madrid secured their place after eliminating Atletico Madrid on penalties, setting up a high-stakes clash against the Gunners.

Highlights:

Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid:

First Leg: Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid Highlights UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Real Madrid secured a narrow victory over Atletico Madrid in the first leg of the Round of 16 | Real Madrid 2-1 Atletico Madrid

Second Leg: Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid CF Highlights UEFA Champions League RO16 Second Leg: Real Madrid secures their spot in the quarterfinals after defeating Atletico on the penalties | ATM 1(2)-(4)0 RMA (AGG. RMA 2-2 ATM)

FC Barcelona vs Borussia Dortmund:

  • Barcelona showcased resilience, eliminating Benfica with a 4-1 aggregate victory, confirming their title ambitions.
  • Dortmund fought hard to overcome Lille 3-2, demonstrating their ability to grind out results.

Highlights:

Borussia Dortmund vs Lille OSC:

READ ALSO: Lille OSC vs Borussia Dortmund Highlights UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg | Dortmund wins a thrilling contest with a second-half comeback; advances to the quarters | FT LIL 1-2 BVB (AGG 2-3)

FC Barcelona vs SL Benfica:

First Leg: Benfica vs FC Barcelona UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 Highlights: Raphinha's strike helps 10 men Barcelona beat Benfica by 1-0

Second Leg: Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg Highlights: Barcelona through to quarter-finals with an easy 4-1 win on aggregate

Quarterfinals schedule:

First Leg: April 9-10, 2025

Second Leg: April 16-17, 2025

How to watch the Match:

Quarterfinals match-ups will be streamed Live on the Sony Liv app and website with a paid subscription. Viewers can also watch the game live on TV on Sony Sports Network

Quarterfinal schedules:

First Leg: 

  • Arsenal vs Real Madrid (Emirates Stadium, 9th April, 12:30 am IST)
  • Bayern Munich vs Inter Milan (Allianz Arena, 9th April, 12:30 am IST)
  • FC Barcelona vs Borussia Dortmund (Camp Nou, 10th April, 12:30 am IST)
  • Paris Saint-Germain vs Aston Villa (Parc de Princes, 10th April, 12:30 am IST)

Second Leg:

  • Real Madrid vs Arsenal (Santiago Bernabeu, 17th April, 12:30 am IST)
  • Inter Milan vs Bayern Munich (San Siro, 17th April, 12:30 am IST)
  • Borussia Dortmund vs FC Barcelona (Signal Iduna Park, 12:30 am IST, 16th April)
  • Aston Villa vs Paris Saint-Germain (Villa Park, 16th April, 12:30 am IST)

 

 

 

 

Next Article

10 most successful African Players with most goals in the UEFA Champions League

Explore the top 10 African players with the most goals in UEFA Champions League history, featuring legends like Mohamed Salah, Didier Drogba, and Samuel Eto'o.

Mar 13, 2025, 7:12 AM6 min read

10 most successful African Players with most goals in the UEFA Champions League-sportzpoint.com
(Image Credit | UEFA)

The UEFA Champions League is the pinnacle of club football, boasting the best talent from around the globe. Over the years, African players have made a significant impact on Europe's elite competition, with many of them showcasing their skills but also finding the back of the net consistently.

From legendary strikers to dynamic wingers, this article highlights the top 10 African players with the most goals in Champions League history, celebrating their remarkable achievements on the grandest stage of European football.

10 most successful African Players with most goals in the UEFA Champions League:

Rank Player Country Goals
1 Mohamed Salah Egypt 50
2 Didier Drogba Ivory Coast 44
3 Samuel Eto'o Cameroon 30
4 Sadio Mane Senegal 27
5 Riyad Mahrez Algeria 20
6 Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Gabon 17
7 Seydou Doumbia Ivory Coast 15
8

Vincent Aboubakar

Cameroon 14
9 Rabah Madjer Algeria 12
10 Sebastien Haller Ivory Coast 12

10. Sebastian Haller| 12 Goals | Ivory Coast:

10 most successful African Players with most goals in the UEFA Champions League: Sebastien Haller-sportzpoint.com
Image Credit: Talk Sports

While the Ivorian found the net just 10 times in 48 games for the Hammers, he experienced a career revival at Ajax, netting an impressive 32 times in 50 games. Sebastian Haller made his Champions League debut in the 2021-22 season, scoring in his first seven games in the competition, including four in his debut against Ruben Amorim’s Sporting. Haller scored just one more UEFA Champions League goal and was given just 10 minutes in the German side’s 2024 final defeat to Real Madrid.

9. Rabah Madjer | Algeria | 12 Goals:

10 most successful African Players with most goals in the UEFA Champions League: Rabah Madjer-spoetzpoint.com
Image Credit: Pinterest

Madjer is considered one of the best players in the history of Algerian football and shot to renown as a Porto player in the 1980s. He scored six goals on Porto’s first UEFA Champions League winning run, including the equalizer against Bayern Munich in the final at the Ernst-Happel-Stadion. Madjer retired in 1992 and twice managed his home country, having played in their first ever World Cup in 1982.

8. Vincent Aboubakar | 14 Goals | Cameroon: 

10 most successful African Players with most goals in the UEFA Champions League: Vincent Aboubakar-sportzpoint.com
Image Credit: GOAL

Aboubakar made his UEFA Champions League debut in 2014 with Porto, scoring a goal in a 6-0 thrashing of BATE Borisov. He came back with a goal in the return fixture at home to Shakhtar and scored his first knockout goal against Basel but was an unused substitute in both quarter-final legs against Bayern Munich, including the 6-1 defeat that sent Porto out.

In the next two seasons, one spent at Porto and the other at Besiktas, Aboubakar netted six times but failed to get out of the group stage. He scored his final Champions League goals in 2017 with a brace against Monaco but was injured for the last 16 tie against Liverpool, a 5-0 defeat at the Estádio do Dragao.

7. Seydou Doumbia | 15 Goals | Ivory Coast:

10 most successful African Players with most goals in the UEFA Champions League: Seydou Doumbia-sportzpoint.com
Image Credit: ESPN

Doumbia scored 15 UEFA Champions League goals in 31 games for three different clubs in his career. He moved to Basel in 2016, scoring just once in six games before ending his European run at Sporting in the 2017-18 season. He made his debut with CSKA Moscow, scoring five times in the 2011-12 season, but never hit that height again.

6. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang | Gabon | 17 Goals:

10 most successful African Players with most goals in the UEFA Champions League: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang-sportzpoint.com
Image Credit: Daily Sports Nigeria

 Aubameyang primarily scored his goals with Dortmund, he managed just two for Chelsea, but Gabon’s all-time top scorer never made it past the UEFA Champions League quarter finals having twice exited at that stage in 2014 and 2017. Aubameyang is, however, the all-time top goal scorer in Europa League history, netting 34 times in 62 games.

5. Riyad Mahrez | Algeria | 20 Goals:

10 most successful African Players with most goals in the UEFA Champions League: Riyad Mahrez-sportzpoint.com
Image Credit: Manchester City News

Riyad Mahrez kicked things off with two goals in Leicester’s opening group match against Brugge before finding the net two more times ahead of the knockouts. He played every minute of Leicester’s knockout run but could only manage a single assist in that time. 

In the 2020-21 season, Mahrez was a crucial player on Manchester City’s run, scoring in the quarters before three goals against PSG in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals. However, he could not find the net as City lost 1-0 to Chelsea in the final. By the time of the 2023 win, Mahrez had fallen down the City pecking order and stayed on the bench for the whole of the 1-0 win against Inter.

4. Sadio Mane | Senegal | 27 Goals:

10 most successful African Players with most goals in the UEFA Champions League: Sadio Mane-sportzpoint.com
Image Credit: This is Anfield

The 2019 and 2022 African Player of the Year Mane was a talisman in Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool rebuild. Joining in 2016, Mane along with Salah and Roberto Firmino combined to be a lethal front three with the Senegalese player scoring 10 goals in the 17-18 UEFA Champions League season, a figure only beaten by his team-mates and Cristiano Ronaldo. Moving to Bayern Munich in 2022, Mane struggled to replicate his Liverpool form but still scored three goals in the group stages before departing for Al-Nassr in 2023.

3. Samuel Eto'o | Cameroon | 30 Goals:

10 most successful African Players with most goals in the UEFA Champions League: Samuel Eto'o-sportzpoint.com
Image Credit: FC Barcelona

The four-time African player of the year winner, a figure only matched by Yaya Toure, scored most of his UEFA Champions League goals for Barcelona including six in their 2005-06 triumph and four in the 2008-09 win under Pep Guardiola. Moving to Inter in 2009, Eto’o became the fourth player in history to win back-to-back Champions Leagues at different clubs and played every game in the Jose Mourinho-masterminded run. Still considered by many to be the best African player of all-time, Samuel Eto’o was a deadly mix of pace and clinical finishing.

2. Didier Drogba | Ivory Coast | 44 Goals:

10 most successful African Players with most goals in the UEFA Champions League: Didier Drogba-sportzpoint.com
Image Credit: UEFA

With 10 goals in 10 finals, the Ivorian was the man for the big occasion, and he made his UEFA Champions League debut with Marseille in 2003, scoring five goals in six games. Getting his move to Chelsea the following season, Drogba hit the same number in the 2004-05 campaign but managed just one goal in seven appearances the next year. 

He scored twice in the 2008 semi-final to set up a clash against rivals Manchester United, but a John Terry slip in a rain-soaked Moscow denied Chelsea their first UEFA Champions League title. But that success would come in 2012 with Drogba playing a starring role in the final.

1. Mohamed Salah | Egypt | 50 Goals:

10 most successful African Players with most goals in the UEFA Champions League: Mohamed Salah-sportzpoint.com
Image Credit: Egyptian Streets

Considering he scored just three goals in his first 15 UEFA Champions League appearances, betting on Mohamed Salah to one day become the leading African goal-scorer would have seemed a waste of money back in 2016. Famously a second choice of Klopp – the German preferred Julian Brandt – Salah hit 10 goals in his first UEFA Champions League season at Anfield, propelling Liverpool to their first final since 2007 but an early injury caused by Sergio Ramos forced him to the sideline as Real Madrid won 3-1 in Kyiv.

Next Article

Latest Stories

Subscribe Newsletter

Get the latest sports updates and news delivered directly to your inbox.