Villa Grind Out a Hard-Fought 2-1 Victory Over Basel in a Tactical Europa League Battle
Aston Villa showed grit and efficiency in Basel, overcoming a spirited home side to secure a crucial Europa League win. Goals from Evann Guessand and Youri Tielemans sealed the result, keeping Unai Emery’s men climbing the standings while Basel were left rueing missed chances.
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Bayern Bounce Back to Sink Sporting in Munich
Bayern Munich recovered from an early shock to beat Sporting CP 3-1 at the Allianz Arena, a victory that steadied their Champions League campaign and lifted them to second place in the table.
Stanic Steals the Show as Ludogorets Edge Five-Goal Europa League Thriller Against Celta Vigo
Petar Stanic delivered a stunning hat-trick, including two ice-cold penalties, to guide Ludogorets Razgrad to a dramatic 3–2 win over Celta Vigo in a gripping Europa League showdown in Bulgaria.
Ruthless Lyon Smash Six Past Maccabi Tel Aviv in a One-Sided European Masterclass
Lyon delivered a ruthless Europa League performance in Serbia, hammering Maccabi Tel Aviv 6–0 in a one-sided contest powered by a Corentin Tolisso hat-trick and total dominance from start to finish.
Craiova Edge Mainz in a Tight Battle Settled by Al Hamlawi’s Second-Half Penalty
Universitatea Craiova dug deep to claim a vital 1–0 victory over Mainz 05, with Assad Al Hamlawi’s confidently taken penalty proving the decisive moment in a tense Conference League contest.
Diaby-Fadiga Hat-Trick Inspires Rakow to a Dominant 4–1 Victory Over Rapid Wien
Rakow Czestochowa produced one of the most complete performances of the Conference League round, dismantling Rapid Wien 4–1 at ArcelorMittal Park, with Lamine Diaby-Fadiga stealing the show through a breathtaking hat-trick.
Strasbourg Fight Back to Beat Palace as AEK Shock Fiorentina – Full Conference League Round-Up
Strasbourg produced a stirring comeback to defeat Crystal Palace 2–1, while Fiorentina suffered a shock home loss to AEK Athens. Elsewhere, Aberdeen, Breidablik and Rijeka were held, Lech Poznan, AZ, Rakow, and Slovan Bratislava all secured key victories as a dramatic night unfolded across the Conference League.
Porto Power Past Nice as Roma Edge Midtjylland on a Busy European Night
FC Porto cruised to a 3–0 victory over Nice with Gabri Veiga starring, while Roma battled their way to a hard-earned 2–1 win over FC Midtjylland at the Stadio Olimpico. Two very different matches, two deserved winners.
Villa Hold On for 2–1 Win as Forest Crush Malmo in a Dominant 3–0 Display
Aston Villa edged Young Boys 2–1 in a nervy finish after dominating most of the evening, while Nottingham Forest stormed to a convincing 3–0 victory over Malmo at the City Ground. Both English sides strengthened their European positions with contrasting but deserved wins.
Arsenal Outclass Bayern Munich 3–1 in a Statement Champions League Victory
Arsenal delivered their most commanding European performance of the season, overpowering Bayern Munich 3–1 at the Emirates to seize top spot in the Champions League standings. Goals from Timber, Madueke and Martinelli capped a dominant night for Mikel Arteta’s men.
Gimenez’s Last-Gasp Header Lifts Atletico Madrid to Dramatic 2–1 Win Over Inter
Atletico Madrid shattered Inter’s perfect Champions League start with a stoppage-time winner from Jose Gimenez, sealing a tense 2–1 victory at the Metropolitano. Julian Alvarez struck early, Piotr Zielinski equalised, but Atleti’s late surge proved decisive.