L-R: Osimhen, Estevao and Lamine Yamal all scored for their clubs in the Champions League
Several European giants suffered major setbacks in Round Four of the 2025/2026 UEFA Champions League matches played on November 5.
Barcelona’s lackluster performance this season proved costly once again, as they were held to a 3–3 draw by Belgian side Club Brugge in their fourth group-stage match.
Hansi Flick’s side started poorly, conceding an early goal from Tresoldi and a brace from Carlos Forbs. However, they managed to level the score through goals from Yamal, Ferran Torres, and an own goal.
Qarabag FK also drew 2–2 with Chelsea, with Andrade and Jankovic scoring for the home side, while Estevão and Garnacho netted for the Blues to salvage a point.
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Meanwhile, other top clubs dominated their fixtures. Manchester City thrashed Borussia Dortmund 4–2 at the Etihad Stadium, with Foden scoring a brace and Haaland and Cherki adding to the tally.
Inter Milan continued their unbeaten run with a 2–1 home victory over Kairat. Lautaro Martínez and Augusto were on the scoresheet, while Ofri Arad scored a consolation goal.
Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen bagged a hat-trick to propel Galatasaray to a 3–0 away win over Ajax Amsterdam.
Benfica’s losing streak continued with a 1–0 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen, while Olympique Marseille lost 1–0 at home to Atalanta.
In other results, Pafos edged Villarreal 1–0, and Newcastle United asserted their dominance once again at St. James’ Park with a 2–0 win over Athletic Bilbao.
Bayern Munich, Arsenal, and Inter Milan currently occupy the top three spots in the group standings with 12 points each, while Manchester City sit fourth with 10 points.
Real Madrid, Liverpool, Newcastle United, and Galatasaray follow with nine points apiece, while Barcelona, Chelsea, and Borussia Dortmund are struggling mid-table with seven points each.
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