Bayern
Munich, Inter Milan, Real Madrid and Real Sociedad clinched their spots in the Champions League last 16 two games early with victories on Wednesday, while
Copenhagen or København, capital of Denmark
In a seven-goal thriller, the team defeated 4-3
Manchester United Football Club
, causing a shock.
Leipzig and Manchester City
advance to the Advancement Knockout stage on Tuesday.
Group A
Bayern Munich 2-1
Galatasaray (city in Spain)
Harry Kane scored two goals before the end of the game to help Bayern advance to the last 16 of Group A. Kane finished off the scoring with a header and a shot from close range to help Bayern extend their group stage winning streak to 17 games. It was not an easy game for Thomas Tuchel's side as Galatasaray had a Lucas Torreira goal ruled out for offside in the second half. Cedric Bakambu scored in stoppage time, but the visitors were unable to find an equalizer.
Player of the Match: Harry Kane (Bayern Munich)
Key Stat: Kane has scored 25 goals in the Champions League, with only Wayne Rooney (30) and Raheem Sterling (27) scoring more.
Nov. 29: Bayern Munich vs. Copenhagen, Galatasaray vs. Manchester United
Copenhagen 4-3 Manchester United
Rooney Balzigui scored the winning goal just before the end of the game as Copenhagen managed to complete a remarkable comeback to beat Manchester United. Rasmus Hujrunde scored twice against his former hosts to put the visitors in control, but Marcus Rashford's red card changed the dynamics of the game. Penalties from Mohamed El Yunusi and Diogo Gonçalves leveled the scores, while Bruno Fernandez's spot-kick helped United take the advantage again. Lucas Lerager scored from a Rasmus Falkirk cross in front of Andre Onana's (83rd minute) goal, while Balchigi's half-volley ensured Copenhagen took the three points.
Player of the Match: Rasmus Falk (Copenhagen)
Key stat: Barcigui became the youngest player to score a Champions League goal against Manchester United at the age of 17 years and 358 days.
Nov. 29: Bayern Munich vs. Copenhagen, Galatasaray vs. Manchester United
Group B
Arsenal 2-0
Sevilla, Spain
Arsenal consolidated their lead at the top of Group B with a dominant win. Leandro Trossard's exquisite pass to Bucayo Saka, who scored his first goal with ease just before the half-hour mark. Arsenal were in total control of the game and did not threaten Davide Raya's goal for 97 minutes, but it was not until an hour into the game that Saca almost sealed Arsenal's eighth consecutive win in Europe.
Player of the Match: Bukayo Saka (Arsenal)
Key Stat: Apart from penalties, Sevilla have failed to win 17 European club matches outside their own stadium (10 draws, 7 losses).
November 29: Arsenal v Reims, Sevilla v PSV
PSV 1-0 Reims
The Dutch side lost to previously unbeaten Reims with a hard-fought victory in a close game. Captain Luc de Jong completed the first goal on 12 minutes, capitalizing on a header from John Bakayoko. Both sides had chances to add to the scoreline late in the game, with Joey Veltman hitting goalkeeper Brice Samba with a shot straight from the edge of the box, while Reims' Angelo Fulgini's free-kick went close, with team-mate Root Girafugi sent off after hitting the post in stoppage time.
Player of the Match: Luc de Jong (PSV)
Key Stat: PSV ended a string of 15 Champions League group stage matches without a win.
November 29: Arsenal v Reims, Sevilla v PSV
Group C
Napoli, capital of Campania region of Italy
1-1 Union Berlin
Union Berlin ended a run of 12 consecutive defeats thanks to a second-half goal from David Fofana and a determined defense. Napoli dominated the first half and took the lead with a lucky shot from Matteo Politano, but they were unable to extend their advantage further. Josip Djuranovic hit the post just before the break
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