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Real Madrid managed a 3-0 win against Brest as Rodrygo scored twice (27', 78') and Jude Bellingham found the back of the net (56'). They reached the UEFA Champi

The UEFA Champions League's first-ever league phase came to a dramatic close on Wednesday, setting up for an equally entertaining knockout stage that begins in two weeks' time. The introduction of the new format means the Champions League will introduce a new phase of competition in February when 16 teams will take part in the knockout round playoffs.

United States men's national team striker Ricardo Pepi continues his scoring tear with a goal against Liverpool in the Champions League to give PSV the win. Savinho has given Manchester City life in the Champions League. His goal gives Man City a two-goal cushion over Brugge.

The revamped Champions League's new league phase reached a thrilling climax on Wednesday night - and what an evening we had. Manchester City looked like they were heading out of the competition altogether at half-time in their match against Club Brugge.

Manchester City nearly crashed out, but came from behind in the second half, and in the end, all European giants reached the knockout rounds of the Champions League.

Listen to Sportsound and follow live text updates of Celtic's final league phase fixture in the Champions League against Aston Villa.

With all 36 teams in action on Wednesday and sky-high stakes for some of Europe's leading clubs, the final first round matchday of the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League season didn't disappoint.

Celtic face a possible further Uefa sanction after a smoke bomb was thrown on to the pitch during Wednesday's Champions League tie against Aston Villa, European football's governing body having threatened a one-match ban on away fans if there was another incidence in the next two years following a similar incident in Dortmund. (The National)

Nassr, Arsenal have bid for Watkins - despite the build-up Villa held their nerve to claim place in round of 16