This midweek's Champions League action delivered a rollercoaster of drama across Europe, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
Liverpool were humbled at Anfield, slumping to a 4-1 defeat against PSV Eindhoven. The Dutch side took an early lead after Virgil van Dijk's handball gave away a penalty, coolly converted by Ivan Perisic minutes in. Dominik Szoboszlai pulled one back for the Reds, but PSV regained control through Guus Til's clinical finish after the break, before Couhaib Driouech capitalised twice on calamitous defending late on.
In London, Arsenal's vibrant front line halted Bayern Munich's unbeaten start to the season with an emphatic display. Mikel Arteta's squad pressed high and moved the ball at speed, carving open Bayern's defence to clinch a vital victory that keeps their title hopes alive.
Over in Paris, reigning champions PSG outscored Tottenham Hotspur 5-3 in an eight-goal thriller at Parc des Princes. The hosts showcased their attacking depth, with every forward chipping in as Spurs battled back but ultimately fell short.
And in Greece, Real Madrid edged past Olympiacos 4-3 on the back of Kylian Mbappe's remarkable four-goal haul—the first time he's hit that mark in a single Champions League outing, underlining his status as one of Europe's most explosive talents.
As the group stage reaches its midpoint, these results have shaken up the standings and set the scene for a tense run-in. With qualification spots still very much up for grabs, clubs across the continent will need to raise their game even further if they're to reach next spring's knockout rounds.
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Liverpool humbled again, Arsenal top Bayern Munich in Champions League
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