European football witnessed thrilling action as Arsenal, Tottenham, Liverpool, and Bayern Munich secured impressive victories in Tuesday’s Champions League fixtures. The night featured record-breaking performances, stunning goals, and dramatic moments across multiple stadiums.
Arsenal’s Historic Clean Sheet Streak
Arsenal maintained their perfect European run with a commanding 3-0 victory over Slavia Prague. The Gunners equaled their club record of eight consecutive clean sheets while dominating after an initial shaky period. Bukayo Saka converted a penalty before substitute Mikel Merino netted twice in the second half.
The match featured 15-year-old Max Dowman making Champions League history as the youngest player ever. Saka troubled Slavia’s defense early, forcing saves before breaking the deadlock from the spot.
Tottenham’s Redemptive Rout
Tottenham delivered a spectacular response to recent criticism with a 4-0 demolition of Copenhagen. Defender Micky van de Ven scored an exceptional solo goal covering half the pitch, redeeming himself after weekend controversy. Brennan Johnson and Wilson Odobert established Tottenham’s lead before Van de Ven’s stunner.
Despite Johnson’s late dismissal following VAR review, Joao Palhinha sealed the emphatic victory that lifted spirits at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Liverpool Stun Real Madrid
Liverpool recorded a potentially season-defining 1-0 victory against Real Madrid at Anfield. Alexis Mac Allister’s powerful header proved decisive, ending Madrid’s perfect Champions League record. The Reds displayed renewed confidence under Arne Slot’s tactics, pressing aggressively throughout.
Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois made crucial saves but couldn’t prevent Liverpool from equalizing their group stage points tally with the Spanish giants.
Bayern’s Flawless Run Continues
Bayern Munich extended their perfect season with a 2-1 victory over defending champions PSG. Luis Diaz scored twice before receiving a red card for a dangerous tackle. Despite Joao Neves’ reply and playing the entire second half with ten men, Bayern secured their 16th straight win this season.
PSG suffered double injury blows as Achraf Hakimi and Ousmane Dembele left the pitch injured, complicating their knockout stage preparations.
Other Notable Results
Additional Tuesday fixtures included:
- Napoli 0-0 Eintracht Frankfurt
- Atlético Madrid 3-1 Union Saint-Gilloise
- Olympiacos 1-1 PSV
- Juventus 1-1 Sporting CP
- Bodø/Glimt 0-1 Monaco
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