<p>Cristiano Ronaldo architected the Real Madrid's 3-0 victory over Serie A leaders Juventus as he stunned Gigi Buffon twice to score the opener goal as well as a sensational overhead bicycle kick.</p>

<p>He became the first player to score in 10 successive Champions League games. He earned a standing ovation from the Juventus fans as he left the pitch.</p>

<p>"You can say he's one of the most beautiful players in the history of football," said Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane.</p>

<p>"It's not easy to get three goals past Juve on their own pitch. But in the end it was teamwork, you have to work as a team to get this result."</p>

<p>"Of course Juventus aren't happy with the result tonight, but I will always have Juve in my heart," added Zidane, who spent five seasons at the Italian club as a player.</p>

<p><em>Watch the stunning goal here:</em></p>

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For his astonishing overhead bicycle kick, Cristiano Ronaldo earned a standing ovation from the Juventus fans when he left the pitch

Cristiano Ronaldo architected the Real Madrid's 3-0 victory over Serie A leaders Juventus as he stunned Gigi Buffon twice to score the opener goal as well as a sensational overhead bicycle kick. He became the first player to score in 10 successive Champions League games. He earned a standing ovation from the Juventus fans as he left the pitch. "You can say he's one of the most beautiful players in the history of football," said Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane. "It's not easy to get three goals past Juve on their own pitch. But in the end it was teamwork, you have to work as a team to get this result." "Of course Juventus aren't happy with the result tonight, but I will always have Juve in my heart," added Zidane, who spent five seasons at the Italian club as a player. Watch the stunning goal here: Cristiano Ronaldo is a man among boys pic.twitter.com/d0BAkwOxzM — Athlete Tweets™ (@AthleteTweetsO) April 3, 2018 × Watch Zidane's reaction: Zidane's reaction to #Cristiano goal #RealMadrid pic.twitter.com/xjQvTsbhwY — R3ed Alrashid (@R3ed_0) April 3, 2018 × Also watch Cristiano's incredible bicycle kicks show: ×

Watch: Ronaldo's sensational 'bicycle' goal against Juventus

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<p>A woman opened fire at YouTube's headquarters near San Francisco on Tuesday. Three people were reported wounded after which the woman shot herself.&nbsp</p>

<p><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/ready-to-retaliate-against-us-tariff-plan-china-128188">Ready to retaliate against US tariff plan: China</a></p>

<p>In a move which could trigger an all-out trade war, China today said it will retaliate against US move to impose tariffs while condemning President Trump's measure to impose tariffs on worth $50 billion on Chinese goods.</p>

<p><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/india-news/cbse-papers-leak-school-principal-questioned-again-may-get-a-clean-chit-128185">CBSE papers leak: School principal questioned again, may get a clean chit</a></p>

<p>The Delhi Police's Crime Branch questioned the principal of a school, whose two teachers were arrested for their alleged role in the leak of Class 12 economics paper, again today, after which officials said they had not found anything yet to indicate his involvement in the leak.</p>

<p><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/world/no-plans-to-extend-european-privacy-law-globally-mark-zuckerberg-128202">No plans to extend European privacy law globally: Mark Zuckerberg</a></p>

<p>Facebook Inc Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg said on Tuesday the social network had no immediate plans to apply a strict new European Union law on data privacy in its entirety to the rest of the world, as the company reels from a scandal over its handling of personal information of millions of its users.</p>

<p><a href="http://cmsuat.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-ronaldo-stuns-buffon-as-real-madrid-outplay-juventus-128178">Champions League: Ronaldo stuns Buffon as Real Madrid outplay Juventus</a></p>

<p>Defending champions Real Madrid thrashed Juventus by 3-0 in the first leg of UEFA Champions League round of 8 at Juventus Stadium, Italy. Gianluigi Buffon was astounded by the visitors as Juve does not have the tendency to let in many goals but suffered a tragic defeat it the first leg.&nbsp</p>


YouTube headquarters shooting: Woman attacker wounds 3, then kills self A woman opened fire at YouTube's headquarters near San Francisco on Tuesday. Three people were reported wounded after which the woman shot herself. Ready to retaliate against US tariff plan: China In a move which could trigger an all-out trade war, China today said it will retaliate against US move to impose tariffs while condemning President Trump's measure to impose tariffs on worth $50 billion on Chinese goods. CBSE papers leak: School principal questioned again, may get a clean chit The Delhi Police's Crime Branch questioned the principal of a school, whose two teachers were arrested for their alleged role in the leak of Class 12 economics paper, again today, after which officials said they had not found anything yet to indicate his involvement in the leak. No plans to extend European privacy law globally: Mark Zuckerberg Facebook Inc Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg said on Tuesday the social network had no immediate plans to apply a strict new European Union law on data privacy in its entirety to the rest of the world, as the company reels from a scandal over its handling of personal information of millions of its users. Champions League: Ronaldo stuns Buffon as Real Madrid outplay Juventus Defending champions Real Madrid thrashed Juventus by 3-0 in the first leg of UEFA Champions League round of 8 at Juventus Stadium, Italy. Gianluigi Buffon was astounded by the visitors as Juve does not have the tendency to let in many goals but suffered a tragic defeat it the first leg.

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<p>Bayern Munich secured a 2-1 win at Sevilla on Tuesday that puts them on the verge of the Champions League semi-finals but know they were fortunate to triumph at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan.</p>

<p>Sevilla were the better team in the first half and Bayern needed a Jesus Navas own goal to level after Pablo Sarabia’s opener, before Thiago's header deflected in off Sergio Escudero to hand them the win after a laboured performance.</p>

<p>Sarabia missed another golden opportunity in the first half and Joaquin Correa might have had a penalty for a trip by Jerome Boateng in the first half but was instead booked.</p>

<p>Bayern coach Jupp Heynckes, 72, has won his past 12 Champions League games and could lead the Germans to the Bundesliga title at the weekend if they win at Augsburg.</p>

<p>Enjoying his third spell at the helm, Heynckes led the Bavarians to European glory in this competition in 2013, and said they must improve to lift the trophy again.</p>

<p>"We lost the ball too often and lacked structure in midfield, which allowed Sevilla to create chances," he said after the first leg of the quarter-final.</p>

<p>"We improved in the second half and in the end deserved to win. Psychologically, it was very important to equalise quickly, even if it took a bit of luck. But if we want to win the Champions League, we need to improve."</p>

<p>Bayern's French winger Franck Ribery had a strong influence on the result with his two crosses resulting in the two goals for the five-time European champions.</p>

<p>The first was diverted by Navas into the bottom left corner of his own net five minutes after Sevilla opened the scoring in the 32nd minute, putting Bayern level against the run of play.</p>

<p>Then, with the Andalusians tiring rapidly, Ribery looped a ball to the back post where Thiago was waiting to head home.</p>

<p>"The first 10 minutes were good, but then we lost our organisation and didn't play well together," said Ribery. "The second half was much better."</p>

<p>Forward Thomas Muller said Bayern's first half performance was disappointing but that the Bundesliga leaders were better than their opponents, who are seventh in La Liga.</p>

<p>"We are the better team, even if we didn’t show it throughout," he said. "We conceded too many chances by giving away possession too easily. We didn't use the space in midfield and the tempo wasn’t high enough.</p>

<p>"Heynckes wasn't happy at halftime, nor were we. Then we upped the tempo and things looked better. An away win is always a great result, but we want to win at home in Munich," he added referring to next Wednesday's return.</p>


Bayern Munich secured a 2-1 win at Sevilla on Tuesday that puts them on the verge of the Champions League semi-finals but know they were fortunate to triumph at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan

Bayern Munich secured a 2-1 win at Sevilla on Tuesday that puts them on the verge of the Champions League semi-finals but know they were fortunate to triumph at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan. Sevilla were the better team in the first half and Bayern needed a Jesus Navas own goal to level after Pablo Sarabia’s opener, before Thiago's header deflected in off Sergio Escudero to hand them the win after a laboured performance. Sarabia missed another golden opportunity in the first half and Joaquin Correa might have had a penalty for a trip by Jerome Boateng in the first half but was instead booked. Bayern coach Jupp Heynckes, 72, has won his past 12 Champions League games and could lead the Germans to the Bundesliga title at the weekend if they win at Augsburg. Enjoying his third spell at the helm, Heynckes led the Bavarians to European glory in this competition in 2013, and said they must improve to lift the trophy again. "We lost the ball too often and lacked structure in midfield, which allowed Sevilla to create chances," he said after the first leg of the quarter-final. "We improved in the second half and in the end deserved to win. Psychologically, it was very important to equalise quickly, even if it took a bit of luck. But if we want to win the Champions League, we need to improve." Bayern's French winger Franck Ribery had a strong influence on the result with his two crosses resulting in the two goals for the five-time European champions. The first was diverted by Navas into the bottom left corner of his own net five minutes after Sevilla opened the scoring in the 32nd minute, putting Bayern level against the run of play. Then, with the Andalusians tiring rapidly, Ribery looped a ball to the back post where Thiago was waiting to head home. "The first 10 minutes were good, but then we lost our organisation and didn't play well together," said Ribery. "The second half was much better." Forward Thomas Muller said Bayern's first half performance was disappointing but that the Bundesliga leaders were better than their opponents, who are seventh in La Liga. "We are the better team, even if we didn’t show it throughout," he said. "We conceded too many chances by giving away possession too easily. We didn't use the space in midfield and the tempo wasn’t high enough. "Heynckes wasn't happy at halftime, nor were we. Then we upped the tempo and things looked better. An away win is always a great result, but we want to win at home in Munich," he added referring to next Wednesday's return.

Champions League: FC Bayern acknowledge good fortune in win at Sevilla

<p>Defending champions Real Madrid thrashed Juventus by 3-0 in the first leg of UEFA Champions League round of 8 at Juventus Stadium, Italy.</p>

<p>Gianluigi Buffon was astounded by the visitors as Juve does not have the tendency to let in many goals but suffered a tragic defeat it the first leg. Now, the chances of reaching across the deficit are very less.</p>

<p>Portuguese striker Cristiano Ronaldo put Madrid forward within three minutes after the game started as he netted a beautiful assist of Marcelo on the left-hand edge of the six-yard box.</p>

<p>Though Real Madrid was leading but without a doubt, Juventus played better in the first half when it comes to intent and creating chances.</p>

<p>Also, the Real's midfielder Toni Kroos was proved unlucky when his ferocious strike was deflected off the bar.</p>

<p>Argentine Paulo Dybala tried to level the score in the sixth minute but Real's defender Sergio Ramos closed down the chance. Juventus got many chances but their conversion rate was very poor. The team looked under pressure.</p>

<p>In the second half, Charismatic Cristiano stunned the hosts by an amazing overhead kick to give a 2-0 lead.</p>

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<p>Marcelo stunned Gigi Buffon to score the third goal to stretch the lead further.</p>

<p>Dybala received a yellow card in the first half but in the 66th minute, he was sent off by the referee for kicking into Carvajal’s ribs.</p>

<p>Also, Real Madrid's captain Sergio Ramos will miss the leg 2 clash which is scheduled on&nbsp;April 12.</p>

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Real Madrid thrashed Juventus by 3-0 in the first leg of UEFA Champions League round of 8, (Ronaldo 3, 64, Marcelo 72)

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Champions League: Ronaldo stuns Buffon as Real Madrid outplay Juventus

<p>Real Madrid prepares at Turin to face Juventus in the first leg of UEFA Champions League round of 8. The quarter-finals of the tournament are starting from Tuesday and defending champions Real Madrid will clash Juventus.</p>

<p>Not to forget, in the last meeting in June 2017, Real clinched a 4-1 win over Juve in Cardiff&nbsp;to claim the title.</p>

<p>The coach, Zinedine Zidane insisted that last year's victory holds no relevance now.</p>

<p>"Ten months have elapsed and tomorrow's match will have nothing to do with that. It will be a totally different scenario," said Zidane on Monday.</p>

<p>He further added, "This tie bears no relation to the Cardiff final."</p>

<p>In the recent media interaction ahead of the major clash, Croatian midfielder said, "In these sorts of games, experience is key."</p>

<p>The Spanish giants have arrived in Italy and started the practice session. In the presence of all major names.</p>

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<p>Cristiano Ronaldo will return to the starting XI after being rested for Saturday's 3-0 victory at Las Palmas, where Gareth Bale scored twice.</p>

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Real Madrid clinched a 4-1 win over Juventus in Cardiff last June to claim the Champions League title

Real Madrid prepares at Turin to face Juventus in the first leg of UEFA Champions League round of 8. The quarter-finals of the tournament are starting from Tuesday and defending champions Real Madrid will clash Juventus. Not to forget, in the last meeting in June 2017, Real clinched a 4-1 win over Juve in Cardiff to claim the title. The coach, Zinedine Zidane insisted that last year's victory holds no relevance now. "Ten months have elapsed and tomorrow's match will have nothing to do with that. It will be a totally different scenario," said Zidane on Monday. He further added, "This tie bears no relation to the Cardiff final." In the recent media interaction ahead of the major clash, Croatian midfielder said, "In these sorts of games, experience is key." The Spanish giants have arrived in Italy and started the practice session. In the presence of all major names. Watch the training session here: ??⚽ Training in Turin. Now for the main event...#APorLa13 pic.twitter.com/6s0pYFFInf — Real Madrid C.F.???? (@realmadriden) April 3, 2018 × Cristiano Ronaldo will return to the starting XI after being rested for Saturday's 3-0 victory at Las Palmas, where Gareth Bale scored twice. ⚽? ¡Listos para mañana! All set for tomorrow!#RMUCL | #APorLa13 pic.twitter.com/KEs4F8WjPw — Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadrid) April 2, 2018 × ?? Training under the lights in Turin ahead of tomorrow's #RMUCL quarter-final 1st leg. #APorLa13 pic.twitter.com/T3g3YRibzG — Real Madrid C.F.???? (@realmadriden) April 2, 2018 × ????⏱ From Madrid to Turin... in two and a half minutes!#APorLa13 | #HalaMadrid pic.twitter.com/Pwdy0z4653 — Real Madrid C.F.???? (@realmadriden) April 2, 2018 ×

Champions League: Zidane insists Real 'forget Cardiff final' ahead of Juve clash

<p>Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp has suggested that the Manchester United fans will be happiest with his side&#39;s difficult Champions League quarter-final draw against local rivals Manchester City.</p>

<p>City are runaway leaders in the Premier League, with United currently second and Liverpool five points behind them in fourth.</p>

<p>If the Champions League draw hardly delighted Klopp, he suspected City were not too happy either and took a dim view of the likely rescheduling of the Liverpool derby against Everton as a consequence.</p>

<p>&quot;I think it is an absolute dream draw -- for Manchester United fans,&quot; the German told reporters.</p>

<p>&quot;I didn&#39;t expect anything, I didn&#39;t wish anything, I don&#39;t think it&#39;s good in the Champions League if you play against a team from your own country, but at one point it&#39;s pretty clear you will play them,&quot; he added.</p>

<p>&quot;It didn&#39;t matter who we got, I knew it would be difficult. And it&#39;s difficult. Manchester City will be difficult. It doesn&#39;t look like Christmas and Easter in the same day.&quot;</p>

<p>Pep Guardiola&#39;s City side face United in the league in between the two legs of the European tie and could potentially clinch the title against their local foes.</p>

<p>Manchester City&#39;s director of football Txiki Begiristain told the club website (www.mancity.com) that the draw had thrown up difficult opponents, who beat his side at Anfield in January after losing 5-0 at the Etihad last September.</p>

<p>&quot;We like to travel and to go to another country in the Champions League but it is what it is,&quot; he said.</p>

<p>&quot;We know each other very well, they are a very offensive team, the truth is it is going to be a great couple of games and we are going to see good football.&quot;</p>

<p>The first leg will be played at Anfield on April 4, with the return on April 10.</p>

<p>Klopp said he had caught sight of Begiristain&#39;s face after the draw was announced and he &quot;didn&#39;t look like it was Christmas&quot;.</p>

<p>The rescheduling of the Merseyside derby from April 8 to April 7 has yet to be confirmed but Klopp said he had heard that it would be.</p>

<p>&quot;Sometimes, the associations will cancel the fixture to help, but not in this case,&quot; he said. &quot;We play Wednesday night v Man City and then play Everton at 12.30 three days later... Not too cool, but we do it the hard way.&quot;</p>


Pep Guardiola's City side face United in the league in between the two legs of the European tie and could potentially clinch the title against their local foes.

Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp has suggested that the Manchester United fans will be happiest with his side's difficult Champions League quarter-final draw against local rivals Manchester City. City are runaway leaders in the Premier League, with United currently second and Liverpool five points behind them in fourth. If the Champions League draw hardly delighted Klopp, he suspected City were not too happy either and took a dim view of the likely rescheduling of the Liverpool derby against Everton as a consequence. "I think it is an absolute dream draw -- for Manchester United fans," the German told reporters. "I didn't expect anything, I didn't wish anything, I don't think it's good in the Champions League if you play against a team from your own country, but at one point it's pretty clear you will play them," he added. "It didn't matter who we got, I knew it would be difficult. And it's difficult. Manchester City will be difficult. It doesn't look like Christmas and Easter in the same day." Pep Guardiola's City side face United in the league in between the two legs of the European tie and could potentially clinch the title against their local foes. Manchester City's director of football Txiki Begiristain told the club website (www.mancity.com) that the draw had thrown up difficult opponents, who beat his side at Anfield in January after losing 5-0 at the Etihad last September. "We like to travel and to go to another country in the Champions League but it is what it is," he said. "We know each other very well, they are a very offensive team, the truth is it is going to be a great couple of games and we are going to see good football." The first leg will be played at Anfield on April 4, with the return on April 10. Klopp said he had caught sight of Begiristain's face after the draw was announced and he "didn't look like it was Christmas". The rescheduling of the Merseyside derby from April 8 to April 7 has yet to be confirmed but Klopp said he had heard that it would be. "Sometimes, the associations will cancel the fixture to help, but not in this case," he said. "We play Wednesday night v Man City and then play Everton at 12.30 three days later... Not too cool, but we do it the hard way."

Football: Liverpool v Man City is a dream draw for United fans, say Klopp

<p>Chelsea suffered an early exit from the race of <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-messi-strikes-twice-as-barcelona-crush-chelsea-35854">winning Champions Leauge</a> title as FC Barcelona thrashed the &#39;Blues&#39; in the decisive <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-messi-strikes-twice-as-barcelona-crush-chelsea-35854">second leg clash</a> of the of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 at Camp Nou.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-throwback-to-lionel-messis-first-goal-in-champions-league-35861">Lionel Messi</a> at his best blasted two magnificent goals to inspire the team to reach the quarter-final of the tournament. He also reached the milestone of completing <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-throwback-to-lionel-messis-first-goal-in-champions-league-35861">100 goals in Champions League</a>.</p>

<p>Chelsea manager Antonio Conte too hailed Lionel Messi for his splendid performance in both the legs. He was asked about Messi&#39;s performance and he said, &quot;We are talking about the best player in the world. Over the two legs, Messi made the difference.&quot;</p>

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<p>Conte was obviously not happy after the match and was blaming the &quot;luck&quot; and poor start in the first half of the game.</p>

<p>In the post-match conference, he said, &quot;You can see that the result is unfair and we conceded a goal - our start was terrible - but to concede a goal after two minutes...after this we tried to play football, and for a long time we dominated the game and created chances to score - over the two legs we hit the post four times.&quot;</p>

<p>Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde responded to Conte&#39;s remark of being &quot;unlucky&quot; and said, &quot;We all see the game from our own perspective. We scored with our first shot and we clearly had more chances. They could have scored as well, but we all make an analysis from our own perspective. I accept his.&quot;</p>


Antonio Conte was not happy after the match and was blaming the "luck" and poor start for Chelsea's ouster

Chelsea suffered an early exit from the race of winning Champions Leauge title as FC Barcelona thrashed the 'Blues' in the decisive second leg clash of the of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 at Camp Nou. Lionel Messi at his best blasted two magnificent goals to inspire the team to reach the quarter-final of the tournament. He also reached the milestone of completing 100 goals in Champions League. Chelsea manager Antonio Conte too hailed Lionel Messi for his splendid performance in both the legs. He was asked about Messi's performance and he said, "We are talking about the best player in the world. Over the two legs, Messi made the difference." "We are talking about the best player in the world. Over the two legs, Messi made the difference. Antonio Conte on the Barcelona magician who put in yet another special display. We've lost count... ???? @DesKellyBTS pic.twitter.com/zgYG8R8v0o — Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) March 14, 2018 × Conte was obviously not happy after the match and was blaming the "luck" and poor start in the first half of the game. In the post-match conference, he said, "You can see that the result is unfair and we conceded a goal - our start was terrible - but to concede a goal after two minutes...after this we tried to play football, and for a long time we dominated the game and created chances to score - over the two legs we hit the post four times." Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde responded to Conte's remark of being "unlucky" and said, "We all see the game from our own perspective. We scored with our first shot and we clearly had more chances. They could have scored as well, but we all make an analysis from our own perspective. I accept his."

'Messi made the difference,' says Chelsea manager Antonio Conte

<p>Lionel Messi scored his 100th goal of Champions League&nbsp;against Chelsea in the decisive second leg clash in the round of 16 at Camp Nou and inspired the team to reach the quarter-finals of UEFA Champions League.</p>

<p>Messi scored the opener within three minutes of the first half and later assisted Ousmane Dembele to double Barca&#39;s lead.</p>

<p>In the second half, he scored another goal and slammed a century of goals in total 123 appearances to complete a 3-0 victory.</p>

<p>Messi became the second player to reach the milestone of 100 goals after Real Madrid&#39;s Cristiano Ronaldo, who has 117 goals in 152 games.</p>

<p>When we talk about Messi&#39;s 100th goal, let&#39;s take a look back to the mesmerising journey from where it began.</p>

<p>He scored his first goal of Champions Trophy on November 2, 2005, in the 34th minute of a group stage match against Panathinaikos at the Camp Nou.</p>

<p>In that match, Barca was already leading 2-0 and Messi did the addition when he flicked the ball over goalkeeper Galinovic scoring his first goal of UEFA champions league.</p>

<p><em>Watch Messi&#39;s first goal of Champions League.</em></p>

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<p>Messi yesterday&#39;s goal was more than magical,<em> Watch the highlights:</em></p>

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Lionel Messi scored his first and 100th goal in UEFA Champions League at Barcelona's home ground Camp Nou

Lionel Messi scored his 100th goal of Champions League against Chelsea in the decisive second leg clash in the round of 16 at Camp Nou and inspired the team to reach the quarter-finals of UEFA Champions League. Messi scored the opener within three minutes of the first half and later assisted Ousmane Dembele to double Barca's lead. In the second half, he scored another goal and slammed a century of goals in total 123 appearances to complete a 3-0 victory. Messi became the second player to reach the milestone of 100 goals after Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo, who has 117 goals in 152 games. When we talk about Messi's 100th goal, let's take a look back to the mesmerising journey from where it began. He scored his first goal of Champions Trophy on November 2, 2005, in the 34th minute of a group stage match against Panathinaikos at the Camp Nou. In that match, Barca was already leading 2-0 and Messi did the addition when he flicked the ball over goalkeeper Galinovic scoring his first goal of UEFA champions league. Watch Messi's first goal of Champions League. × Messi yesterday's goal was more than magical, Watch the highlights: Leo Messi vs Chelsea. The greatest player of all time. pic.twitter.com/sF3pfIijyO — fabiano™ (@XaviTempo) March 14, 2018 × Leo messi goal (Full) #Messi pic.twitter.com/9fA7x1MAqh — Messinho (@i_Messinho) March 14, 2018 ×

Watch: Throwback to Lionel Messi's first goal in Champions League

<p>A Thiago Alcantara strike and Sandro Wagner&#39;s first Champions League goal capped Bayern Munich&#39;s 3-1 win at Besiktas on Wednesday as the German giants cruised into the quarter-finals for the seventh year in a row.</p>

<p>Bayern completed a comprehensive 8-1 aggregate victory in Istanbul, having effectively clinched the last-16 tie following a 5-0 rout last month in the first leg in Munich.</p>

<p>For Bayern coach Jupp Heynckes, who replaced Carlo Ancelotti in October, this was his 11th straight win in the Champions League which set a new competition record.</p>

<p>&quot;It was a convincing result,&quot; said Heynckes. &quot;Besiktas hadn&rsquo;t lost here in the Champions League, so it wasn&rsquo;t easy.</p>

<p>&quot;We scored at the right times and it&#39;s normal that we dropped off a little -- losing some focus after winning 5-0 is just human.</p>

<p>&quot;The only negative today is that we picked up too many yellow cards,&quot; he added after defenders Jerome Boateng, Mats Hummels and Rafinha all earned bookings.</p>

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<p>After Thiago fired home early on, an own goal by Besiktas right-back Gokhan Gonul put Bayern 2-0 up right at the start of the second half.</p>

<p>With their team 7-0 down overall, Besiktas finally came to life, grabbing a consolation goal by Vagner Love.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But Bayern notched their third of the evening when backup striker Sandro Wagner came off the bench to mark his Champions League debut with his first goal at this level.&nbsp;</p>

<p>&quot;It was a really hectic game,&quot; said Bayern captain Thomas Mueller.</p>

<p>&quot;We lost the ball a lot, especially in the second half and we didn&rsquo;t have the structure in our game that we had wanted.&quot;</p>

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<p>Having resisted the urge to name a weakened team after their first-leg romp, Bayern wasted little time taking the lead against the Turkish champions.</p>

<p>Top scorer Robert Lewandowski surprisingly started up front, leaving Wagner waiting for his elite European debut until the last 20 minutes.</p>

<p>It was a surprise move by Heynckes with tough Bundesliga games against RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund to come this month.</p>

<p>Nevertheless, Lewandowski played until the 67th minute but failed to add to his 32 goals this season in all competitions.</p>

<p>Thiago, back after injury, celebrated his first Champions League goal since netting in the 3-0 win at home to Anderlecht last September.</p>

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<p>With 18 minutes gone, Bayern captain Thomas Mueller swung in a cross and the Spain international thumped the ball home from close range.</p>

<p>After claiming Bayern&#39;s 100th goal this season, Thiago was forced off on 35 minutes -- attacking midfielder James Rodriguez replaced him as the Colombian made his return from a calf injury.</p>

<p>Hummels, who along Jerome Boateng was booked in the first half, was replaced by Niklas Suele at the break before Bayern extended their lead thanks to a Besiktas own goal.</p>

<p>Right-back Rafinha whipped in a cross, but with the Besiktas defence focused on preventing the ball reaching the lurking Lewandowski, Gonul turned the ball into his own net.</p>

<p>Besiktas pulled a goal back on 59 minutes when David Alaba lost possession deep in his own half, allowing Gonul to supply Love who did just enough to roll the ball over the line.</p>

<p>Alaba atoned with a crucial block to deny Besiktas forward Mustafa Pektemek soon after, and the Austrian setup Wagner on 84 minutes as his deflected cross was chested over the line by the substitute.</p>

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Thiago Alcantara strike and Sandro Wagner's first Champions League goal capped Bayern Munich's 3-1 win at Besiktas

A Thiago Alcantara strike and Sandro Wagner's first Champions League goal capped Bayern Munich's 3-1 win at Besiktas on Wednesday as the German giants cruised into the quarter-finals for the seventh year in a row. Bayern completed a comprehensive 8-1 aggregate victory in Istanbul, having effectively clinched the last-16 tie following a 5-0 rout last month in the first leg in Munich. For Bayern coach Jupp Heynckes, who replaced Carlo Ancelotti in October, this was his 11th straight win in the Champions League which set a new competition record. "It was a convincing result," said Heynckes. "Besiktas hadn’t lost here in the Champions League, so it wasn’t easy. "We scored at the right times and it's normal that we dropped off a little -- losing some focus after winning 5-0 is just human. "The only negative today is that we picked up too many yellow cards," he added after defenders Jerome Boateng, Mats Hummels and Rafinha all earned bookings. Thank you for a fantastic atmosphere tonight, @BesiktasEnglish - we take our hats off to you ???????? #MiaSanMia #BJKFCB pic.twitter.com/pO5UoSaGoq — FC Bayern English (@FCBayernEN) March 14, 2018 × After Thiago fired home early on, an own goal by Besiktas right-back Gokhan Gonul put Bayern 2-0 up right at the start of the second half. With their team 7-0 down overall, Besiktas finally came to life, grabbing a consolation goal by Vagner Love. But Bayern notched their third of the evening when backup striker Sandro Wagner came off the bench to mark his Champions League debut with his first goal at this level. "It was a really hectic game," said Bayern captain Thomas Mueller. "We lost the ball a lot, especially in the second half and we didn’t have the structure in our game that we had wanted." Thank you for your support tonight, #FCBayern fans! ????❤️ #MiaSanMia #BJKFCB pic.twitter.com/lDJI8Gb78E — FC Bayern English (@FCBayernEN) March 14, 2018 × Having resisted the urge to name a weakened team after their first-leg romp, Bayern wasted little time taking the lead against the Turkish champions. Top scorer Robert Lewandowski surprisingly started up front, leaving Wagner waiting for his elite European debut until the last 20 minutes. It was a surprise move by Heynckes with tough Bundesliga games against RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund to come this month. Nevertheless, Lewandowski played until the 67th minute but failed to add to his 32 goals this season in all competitions. Thiago, back after injury, celebrated his first Champions League goal since netting in the 3-0 win at home to Anderlecht last September. 8️⃣ goals in two legs = a place in the @ChampionsLeague last 8️⃣ for #FCBayern! #BJKFCB Report ➡️ https://t.co/E8AfMowuXv #MiaSanMia #packmas pic.twitter.com/7sJ3RQ6u3v — FC Bayern English (@FCBayernEN) March 14, 2018 × With 18 minutes gone, Bayern captain Thomas Mueller swung in a cross and the Spain international thumped the ball home from close range. After claiming Bayern's 100th goal this season, Thiago was forced off on 35 minutes -- attacking midfielder James Rodriguez replaced him as the Colombian made his return from a calf injury. Hummels, who along Jerome Boateng was booked in the first half, was replaced by Niklas Suele at the break before Bayern extended their lead thanks to a Besiktas own goal. Right-back Rafinha whipped in a cross, but with the Besiktas defence focused on preventing the ball reaching the lurking Lewandowski, Gonul turned the ball into his own net. Besiktas pulled a goal back on 59 minutes when David Alaba lost possession deep in his own half, allowing Gonul to supply Love who did just enough to roll the ball over the line. Alaba atoned with a crucial block to deny Besiktas forward Mustafa Pektemek soon after, and the Austrian setup Wagner on 84 minutes as his deflected cross was chested over the line by the substitute.

Champions League: Alcantara, Wagner shine as Bayern Munich reaches quarter-final

<p>FC Barcelona thrashed Chelsea in the decisive second leg clash of the of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 at&nbsp;Camp Nou on Tuesday night/ Wednesday morning.</p>

<p>Barcelona hailed Lionel Messi as &quot;The King&quot; and he handed Chelsea the royal punishment by scoring twice to reach 100 Champions League goals and end their quarter-final hopes.</p>

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<p>After unfurling a banner showing the words &quot;God Save The King&quot; before kick-off, Barca&#39;s fans were celebrating after just 129 seconds at the Camp Nou as Messi found the net before Chelsea had even made a pass.</p>

<p>He then teed up Ousmane Dembele to double Barca&#39;s lead in the second leg of the last-16 clash before registering a century of Champions League goals on his 123rd appearance to complete a 3-0 victory, 4-1 on aggregate.</p>

<p>Messi becomes only the second player to reach the milestone in Europe&#39;s premier tournament, following Real Madrid&#39;s Cristiano Ronaldo, who has 117 goals in 152 games.</p>

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<p>&quot;He knows in certain moments the stars have to come out,&quot; Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde said. &quot;We enjoy him. We&#39;re lucky enough to be seeing something that will go down in history.&quot;</p>

<p>By the end, the Argentinian&#39;s scintillating breakaway in the build-up to Dembele&#39;s first Barcelona goal had become little more than a footnote to what was another Messi masterclass.</p>

<p>&quot;I think that a fantastic player moved the final result,&quot; Chelsea manager Antonio Conte said. &quot;In these two legs, he scored three goals, he made an assist for Dembele to score a goal. It&#39;s a pity.&quot;</p>

<p>It also caps a remarkable five days for the 30-year-old, who sat out Saturday&#39;s La Liga win over Malaga to attend to the birth of his third child.</p>

<p>Chelsea, in touch after the 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge, were therefore unfortunate enough to encounter the striker fresh, free and at his frighteningly brilliant best.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At the finish, Conte left the field with his arm around the forward, perhaps with nothing to add but congratulations.</p>

<p>&quot;I think when you have the opportunity to make great compliment to Messi, I think it&#39;s right,&quot; Conte added. &quot;It&#39;s right to recognise a super, super, super top player.&quot;</p>

<p>Conte&#39;s team had chances, particularly in the first half, but the sense was once Barcelona were in front they were content to sit back and counter.</p>

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Lionel Messi scored two brilliant goals as Barcelona thrashed Chelsea 3-0 on Wednesday to reach the Champions League quarter-finals

FC Barcelona thrashed Chelsea in the decisive second leg clash of the of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 at Camp Nou on Tuesday night/ Wednesday morning. Barcelona hailed Lionel Messi as "The King" and he handed Chelsea the royal punishment by scoring twice to reach 100 Champions League goals and end their quarter-final hopes. ???? @ChampionsLeague goals for Leo #Messi! ????#BarçaChelsea ???????? pic.twitter.com/HwrkBFFR5s — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 14, 2018 × After unfurling a banner showing the words "God Save The King" before kick-off, Barca's fans were celebrating after just 129 seconds at the Camp Nou as Messi found the net before Chelsea had even made a pass. He then teed up Ousmane Dembele to double Barca's lead in the second leg of the last-16 clash before registering a century of Champions League goals on his 123rd appearance to complete a 3-0 victory, 4-1 on aggregate. Messi becomes only the second player to reach the milestone in Europe's premier tournament, following Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo, who has 117 goals in 152 games. Together! ???????? #ForçaBarça pic.twitter.com/kRFZOVd4m4 — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 15, 2018 × "He knows in certain moments the stars have to come out," Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde said. "We enjoy him. We're lucky enough to be seeing something that will go down in history." By the end, the Argentinian's scintillating breakaway in the build-up to Dembele's first Barcelona goal had become little more than a footnote to what was another Messi masterclass. "I think that a fantastic player moved the final result," Chelsea manager Antonio Conte said. "In these two legs, he scored three goals, he made an assist for Dembele to score a goal. It's a pity." It also caps a remarkable five days for the 30-year-old, who sat out Saturday's La Liga win over Malaga to attend to the birth of his third child. Chelsea, in touch after the 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge, were therefore unfortunate enough to encounter the striker fresh, free and at his frighteningly brilliant best. At the finish, Conte left the field with his arm around the forward, perhaps with nothing to add but congratulations. "I think when you have the opportunity to make great compliment to Messi, I think it's right," Conte added. "It's right to recognise a super, super, super top player." Conte's team had chances, particularly in the first half, but the sense was once Barcelona were in front they were content to sit back and counter.

Champions League: Messi strikes twice as Barcelona crush Chelsea

<p>A determined AS Roma beat Shakhtar Donetsk 1-0 on Tuesday to reach the Champions League quarter-finals for the first time since 2008 as a magnificent finish by Bosnia striker Edin Dzeko sent them through on away goals.</p>

<p>Roma celebrated only their second win in six meetings with the Ukrainian side and got revenge for a 6-2 aggregate defeat by Shakhtar at the same stage of the competition in 2011.</p>

<p>They endured a nervy finish, however, as Shakhtar ended the match on the front foot despite playing the final few minutes with 10 men after Ivan Ordets was sent off.</p>

<p>Having trailed 2-1 from the first leg, Roma looked bereft of ideas for much of the contest at the Stadio Olimpico before Dzeko broke the deadlock in the 52nd minute following a tepid first half devoid of goal-mouth action.</p>

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<p>The Bosnian took a defence-splitting pass from midfielder Kevin Strootman into his stride and beat the offside trap before he steered the ball into the far corner with the outside of his foot past advancing keeper Andriy Pyatov.</p>

<p>The former Manchester City striker, who has been linked with a move back to the Premier League, but said after the match that he did not want to leave Roma, was given a rousing send-off by the home fans when he was substituted in the dying minutes.</p>

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<p>&quot;Everyone deserves a standing ovation because we all gave absolutely everything tonight and we fully deserve to be in the quarter-finals,&quot; Dzeko was quoted as saying by Sky Sports Italia.</p>

<p>&quot;We achieved something that&#39;s been missing for 10 years and are now prepared to face anyone in the last eight. All the other teams are strong but we are strong too.&quot;</p>

<p><strong>Clinical Finish</strong></p>

<p>Shakhtar came close to extending their overall advantage in the 13th minute when Roma defender Alessandro Florenzi headed a floated free kick into the box inches wide of his own far post.</p>

<p>Roma&#39;s solitary glimpse of goal in the opening half came in the 28th minute when visiting keeper Pyatov palmed away a fizzing low cross by Aleksandar Kolarov to deny Dzeko a simple tap-in from close range.</p>

<p>The home side came out with renewed purpose in the second half and Dzeko delighted their vocal fans when he broke the deadlock with a trademark clinical finish.</p>

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<p>Dzeko also curled a shot from the edge of the penalty area inches wide in the 62nd minute before Shakhtar centre back Ordets was shown a straight red card in the 79th for hauling down the Bosnian when he was through on goal.</p>

<p>Despite being a man down, Shakhtar launched a late onslaught and had several dangerous raids down the left flank but the home team&#39;s defence held on until the final whistle.</p>

<p>Roma&#39;s former captain Francesco Totti, who watched anxiously from the terraces, was overjoyed at fulltime.</p>

<p>&quot;A fantastic result, a fantastic Roma,&quot; he said on the club&#39;s official twitter account. &quot;Among the eight best sides in Europe and we push onto the next round.&quot;</p>


AS Roma beat Shakhtar Donetsk 1-0 on Tuesday to reach the Champions League quarter-finals for the first time since 2008

A determined AS Roma beat Shakhtar Donetsk 1-0 on Tuesday to reach the Champions League quarter-finals for the first time since 2008 as a magnificent finish by Bosnia striker Edin Dzeko sent them through on away goals. Roma celebrated only their second win in six meetings with the Ukrainian side and got revenge for a 6-2 aggregate defeat by Shakhtar at the same stage of the competition in 2011. They endured a nervy finish, however, as Shakhtar ended the match on the front foot despite playing the final few minutes with 10 men after Ivan Ordets was sent off. Having trailed 2-1 from the first leg, Roma looked bereft of ideas for much of the contest at the Stadio Olimpico before Dzeko broke the deadlock in the 52nd minute following a tepid first half devoid of goal-mouth action. A proud night for @EdDzeko and @ASRomaEN ????#UCL pic.twitter.com/iZ3HLGzJt1 — UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) March 13, 2018 × The Bosnian took a defence-splitting pass from midfielder Kevin Strootman into his stride and beat the offside trap before he steered the ball into the far corner with the outside of his foot past advancing keeper Andriy Pyatov. The former Manchester City striker, who has been linked with a move back to the Premier League, but said after the match that he did not want to leave Roma, was given a rousing send-off by the home fans when he was substituted in the dying minutes. We did it! ????????????❤️ @ChampionsLeague pic.twitter.com/hBzTsQ0gTK — Cengiz Ünder (@cengizunder) March 13, 2018 × "Everyone deserves a standing ovation because we all gave absolutely everything tonight and we fully deserve to be in the quarter-finals," Dzeko was quoted as saying by Sky Sports Italia. "We achieved something that's been missing for 10 years and are now prepared to face anyone in the last eight. All the other teams are strong but we are strong too." Clinical Finish Shakhtar came close to extending their overall advantage in the 13th minute when Roma defender Alessandro Florenzi headed a floated free kick into the box inches wide of his own far post. Roma's solitary glimpse of goal in the opening half came in the 28th minute when visiting keeper Pyatov palmed away a fizzing low cross by Aleksandar Kolarov to deny Dzeko a simple tap-in from close range. The home side came out with renewed purpose in the second half and Dzeko delighted their vocal fans when he broke the deadlock with a trademark clinical finish. Scenes at full time as Roma reach #UCL quarter-finals for the first time since 2008. ???? pic.twitter.com/WDJQLH2zEh — UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) March 13, 2018 × Dzeko also curled a shot from the edge of the penalty area inches wide in the 62nd minute before Shakhtar centre back Ordets was shown a straight red card in the 79th for hauling down the Bosnian when he was through on goal. Despite being a man down, Shakhtar launched a late onslaught and had several dangerous raids down the left flank but the home team's defence held on until the final whistle. Roma's former captain Francesco Totti, who watched anxiously from the terraces, was overjoyed at fulltime. "A fantastic result, a fantastic Roma," he said on the club's official twitter account. "Among the eight best sides in Europe and we push onto the next round."

Champions League: Superb Dzeko goal sends Roma into quarter-finals

<p>After a goalless first leg in Spain, it is Sevilla FC that stunned, rather shocked the Jose Mourinho-led Manchester United at their home ground to advance to the quarter-finals of the Champions League.</p>

<p>Wissam Ben Yedder, the first substitute of the game for Sevilla, created history by inspiring the team in reaching the quarter-finals of the Champions League for the first time in sixty years.</p>

<p>Ben Yedder blasted the first goal in 74th minute to give a 1-0 lead to the team by hitting a beautiful grounded shot in the right corner.</p>

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<p>Mourinho responded by throwing on Anthony Martial and Juan Mata, but their attacking edge was needed far earlier as Ben Yedder soon stretched the lead to solidify the victory in just after 2 minutes. The second goal was actually a poor defence by Manchester players when Ben Yedder&#39;s header baffled the United&#39;s goalkeeper De Gea.</p>

<p>Ben Yedder was substituted by Luis Muriel in the 72nd minute and made the difference for Sevilla.</p>

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<p>For Manchester, Romelu Lukaku tried to salvage the pride at Old Trafford by heading a magnificent goal in the 84th minute and grabbed a consolation for Jose Mourinho&#39;s under-par side but the 1-2 aggregate ousted The Red Devils from the 2018 Champions league.</p>

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<p>In a basic, boring and&nbsp;dull first half&nbsp;both the sides were creating chances but the intent of netting was lacking.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Manchester was close to taking a 1-0 lead but the sharp cut was dejected Sevilla goalkeeper, Sergio Rico.</p>

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<p>Though Sevilla had more chances than United and they completely outplayed Manchester United in the first half.</p>

<p>Manchester United have now failed to reach the quarter-finals for five straight years.</p>

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Sevilla reached the quarter-finals of the Champions League for the first time in sixty years; The Jose Mourinho-led Manchester United crashed out

After a goalless first leg in Spain, it is Sevilla FC that stunned, rather shocked the Jose Mourinho-led Manchester United at their home ground to advance to the quarter-finals of the Champions League. Wissam Ben Yedder, the first substitute of the game for Sevilla, created history by inspiring the team in reaching the quarter-finals of the Champions League for the first time in sixty years. Ben Yedder blasted the first goal in 74th minute to give a 1-0 lead to the team by hitting a beautiful grounded shot in the right corner. ???????? Fiesta at Old Trafford! ????????????#UCL pic.twitter.com/I9B2g93qzr — UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) March 13, 2018 × Mourinho responded by throwing on Anthony Martial and Juan Mata, but their attacking edge was needed far earlier as Ben Yedder soon stretched the lead to solidify the victory in just after 2 minutes. The second goal was actually a poor defence by Manchester players when Ben Yedder's header baffled the United's goalkeeper De Gea. Ben Yedder was substituted by Luis Muriel in the 72nd minute and made the difference for Sevilla. Sevilla hero Wissam Ben Yedder has scored 8 goals in 7 #UCL games this season. ???????????? pic.twitter.com/vhBJozoGh1 — UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) March 13, 2018 × For Manchester, Romelu Lukaku tried to salvage the pride at Old Trafford by heading a magnificent goal in the 84th minute and grabbed a consolation for Jose Mourinho's under-par side but the 1-2 aggregate ousted The Red Devils from the 2018 Champions league. A disappointing night for Manchester United...#UCL pic.twitter.com/wEvzDDLMl2 — UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) March 13, 2018 × In a basic, boring and dull first half both the sides were creating chances but the intent of netting was lacking. Manchester was close to taking a 1-0 lead but the sharp cut was dejected Sevilla goalkeeper, Sergio Rico. If ANYTHING pushed us to history at Old Trafford it's you ???? THANK YOU SEVILLISTAS ❤️❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/Gz5rqZkKl2 — Sevilla FC (@SevillaFC_ENG) March 13, 2018 × Though Sevilla had more chances than United and they completely outplayed Manchester United in the first half. Manchester United have now failed to reach the quarter-finals for five straight years.

Champions League: Sevilla create history, boot out Manchester United

<p>FC Barcelona will host Chelsea in a decisive second leg clash of the of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 at their home ground Camp Nou on Tuesday night/ Wednesday morning. The match will start at 1:15 pm local time.</p>

<p>Ahead of the match, Barca coach&nbsp;Ernesto Valverde talked to media about second led&#39;s clash, he said, &quot;I expect a similar rival to the one we faced during the first leg, with all of their virtues and with all the danger attached to them.&quot;</p>

<p>He further said that Chelsea&#39;s &#39;qualities&#39; are worrying him he said,&nbsp;&quot;We are worried about the danger Chelsea can put us under because they have a great counter-attack and strategy.&quot;</p>

<p>&quot;I am worried because of that statistic, but even more so because of Chelsea&#39;s qualities,&quot; Barca&nbsp;manager showed his concerns.</p>

<p><strong>FC Barcelona squad news:</strong></p>

<p>Andres Iniesta was spotted training so fans are expecting his return in the big clash as he suffered a hamstring injury.</p>

<p>Lionel Messi is back into the action as he missed his last match due to the birth of his third baby.</p>

<p>Philippe Coutinho won&#39;t he is ineligible for the match having previously played for Liverpool in the group stage of the competition before the transfer.</p>

<p>Nelson Semedo and midfielder Denis Su&aacute;rez are also both out with injuries.</p>

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FC Barcelona will host Chelsea in a decisive second leg clash of the of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 at Camp Nou

FC Barcelona will host Chelsea in a decisive second leg clash of the of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 at their home ground Camp Nou on Tuesday night/ Wednesday morning. The match will start at 1:15 pm local time. Ahead of the match, Barca coach Ernesto Valverde talked to media about second led's clash, he said, "I expect a similar rival to the one we faced during the first leg, with all of their virtues and with all the danger attached to them." He further said that Chelsea's 'qualities' are worrying him he said, "We are worried about the danger Chelsea can put us under because they have a great counter-attack and strategy." "I am worried because of that statistic, but even more so because of Chelsea's qualities," Barca manager showed his concerns. FC Barcelona squad news: Andres Iniesta was spotted training so fans are expecting his return in the big clash as he suffered a hamstring injury. Lionel Messi is back into the action as he missed his last match due to the birth of his third baby. Philippe Coutinho won't he is ineligible for the match having previously played for Liverpool in the group stage of the competition before the transfer. Nelson Semedo and midfielder Denis Suárez are also both out with injuries. ???? Squad list ???????? #BarçaChelsea pic.twitter.com/7YgKzKnl1U — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 13, 2018 ×

Barca coach Valverde worried ahead of Chelsea clash

<p>&quot;In the first leg, we made a mistake we paid a lot because of this mistake&quot; - Antonio Conte, Chelsea manager</p>

<p><em><strong>Remember what the mistake was, see the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-barcelona-chelsea-willian-lionel-messi-iniesta-chelseabarca-football-soccer-33540">highlights</a> of the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-barcelona-chelsea-willian-lionel-messi-iniesta-chelseabarca-football-soccer-33540">last clash</a>:&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

<p>Conte is talking about the loophole in Chelsea&#39;s defence when Iniesta&#39;s beautiful assist to Messi equalised the score in the 75the minute to relax the Barcelona fans and followers.</p>

<p>FC Barcelona will host Chelsea in a decisive second leg clash of the of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 at their home ground Camp Nou on Tuesday night/ Wednesday morning. The match will start at 1:15 pm local time.</p>

<p>The nailbiting first leg tied 1-1 and now both the teams are ready to carry forward the clash tonight. The winner of today&#39;s game will enter the quarterfinals of Champions League.</p>

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<p>Antonio Conte-led Chelsea has a chance only if something extraordinary happens. In a recent interview, he said, &quot;The final result of the first leg, give(s) a great advantage to Barcelona, but at the same time I think we know very well the philosophy of Barcelona and for sure they want to try to play their football tomorrow, to try to score and to try to win the game.&quot;</p>

<p>He further added, &quot;When you play against Barcelona, against a team that I consider, Barcelona, one of the best in the world.&quot;</p>

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<p>On the other hand, Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde said, &quot;We are worried about the danger Chelsea can put us under because they have a great counter-attack and strategy.&quot;</p>

<p>&quot;They have so many virtues, players such as (Eden) Hazard or William who are able to shoot at goal from anywhere on the pitch,&quot; he further added.</p>

<p>He mentioned about Chelsea&#39;s qualities, &quot;I am worried because of that statistic, but even more so because of Chelsea&#39;s qualities.&quot;</p>

<p>With Messi in their line-up, Barcelona has a superior record against nearly every opponent they have faced in Europe, but that is not the case against Chelsea as the &#39;Blues&#39; are unbeaten in their last eight matches.</p>

<p><strong>Squad news:</strong></p>

<p><strong>Chelsea:</strong></p>

<p>Blues have no injury issues and back with Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger as he missed the last clash against Crystal Palace.</p>

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<p><strong>FC Barcelona:</strong></p>

<p>Andres Iniesta was spotted training so fans are expecting his return in the big clash as he suffered a hamstring injury.</p>

<p>Lionel Messi is back into the action as he missed his last match due to the birth of his third baby.</p>

<p>Philippe Coutinho won&#39;t he is ineligible for the match having previously played for Liverpool in the group stage of the competition before the transfer.</p>

<p>Nelson Semedo and midfielder Denis Su&aacute;rez are also both out with injuries.</p>

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With Messi in their line-up, Barcelona has a superior record against nearly every opponent they have faced in Europe, but that is not the case against Chelsea as the 'Blues' are unbeaten in their last eight matches

"In the first leg, we made a mistake we paid a lot because of this mistake" - Antonio Conte, Chelsea manager Remember what the mistake was, see the highlights of the last clash: Conte is talking about the loophole in Chelsea's defence when Iniesta's beautiful assist to Messi equalised the score in the 75the minute to relax the Barcelona fans and followers. FC Barcelona will host Chelsea in a decisive second leg clash of the of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 at their home ground Camp Nou on Tuesday night/ Wednesday morning. The match will start at 1:15 pm local time. The nailbiting first leg tied 1-1 and now both the teams are ready to carry forward the clash tonight. The winner of today's game will enter the quarterfinals of Champions League. Tomorrow is a big day! ???????? #BarçaChelsea pic.twitter.com/e4zYfi8f88 — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 13, 2018 × Antonio Conte-led Chelsea has a chance only if something extraordinary happens. In a recent interview, he said, "The final result of the first leg, give(s) a great advantage to Barcelona, but at the same time I think we know very well the philosophy of Barcelona and for sure they want to try to play their football tomorrow, to try to score and to try to win the game." He further added, "When you play against Barcelona, against a team that I consider, Barcelona, one of the best in the world." ❗ Iniesta is included in the squad for #BarçaChelsea All the details ???? https://t.co/dMDd6ioYhI ???? pic.twitter.com/Y6dT9et0V2 — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 13, 2018 × On the other hand, Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde said, "We are worried about the danger Chelsea can put us under because they have a great counter-attack and strategy." "They have so many virtues, players such as (Eden) Hazard or William who are able to shoot at goal from anywhere on the pitch," he further added. He mentioned about Chelsea's qualities, "I am worried because of that statistic, but even more so because of Chelsea's qualities." With Messi in their line-up, Barcelona has a superior record against nearly every opponent they have faced in Europe, but that is not the case against Chelsea as the 'Blues' are unbeaten in their last eight matches. Squad news: Chelsea: Blues have no injury issues and back with Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger as he missed the last clash against Crystal Palace. Spirits high at the Camp Nou! ???? pic.twitter.com/F9IlCGPPm9 — Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) March 13, 2018 × FC Barcelona: Andres Iniesta was spotted training so fans are expecting his return in the big clash as he suffered a hamstring injury. Lionel Messi is back into the action as he missed his last match due to the birth of his third baby. Philippe Coutinho won't he is ineligible for the match having previously played for Liverpool in the group stage of the competition before the transfer. Nelson Semedo and midfielder Denis Suárez are also both out with injuries. ???? Squad list ???????? #BarçaChelsea pic.twitter.com/7YgKzKnl1U — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 13, 2018 ×

Champions League preview: Barcelona to host Chelsea at Camp Nou

<p>The Jose Mourinho-led Manchester United crashed out of the Champions League as Wissam Ben Yedder, the star striker of Sevilla, created history by inspiring the team in reaching the quarter-finals of the Champions League for the first time in sixty years.</p>

<p>After a goalless first leg in Spain, it was&nbsp;Sevilla FC that stunned, rather shocked the Jose Mourinho-led Manchester United at their home ground to advance to the quarter-finals of the Champions League.</p>

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<p>After the match, Jose Mourinho said, &quot;I don&#39;t want to make a drama of it, we don&#39;t have time for that. We have a match on Saturday.&quot;</p>

<p>&quot;We don&#39;t have time to be sad for more than 24 hours&quot;</p>

<p>He also said, &quot;That&#39;s not the end of the world. I sat in this chair twice in the Champions League and I knocked out Manchester United at home at Old Trafford.&quot;</p>

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<p>Manchester United have now failed to reach the quarter-finals for five straight years.</p>

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After a goalless first leg in Spain, it is Sevilla FC that stunned, rather shocked the Jose Mourinho-led Manchester United at their home ground to advance to the quarter-finals of the Champions League

The Jose Mourinho-led Manchester United crashed out of the Champions League as Wissam Ben Yedder, the star striker of Sevilla, created history by inspiring the team in reaching the quarter-finals of the Champions League for the first time in sixty years. After a goalless first leg in Spain, it was Sevilla FC that stunned, rather shocked the Jose Mourinho-led Manchester United at their home ground to advance to the quarter-finals of the Champions League. Jose Mourinho post match press conference... #mansev pic.twitter.com/v8vjPI3nmg — Mister Skillz ???????? (@ennyade66) March 13, 2018 × After the match, Jose Mourinho said, "I don't want to make a drama of it, we don't have time for that. We have a match on Saturday." "We don't have time to be sad for more than 24 hours" He also said, "That's not the end of the world. I sat in this chair twice in the Champions League and I knocked out Manchester United at home at Old Trafford." ???????? Fiesta at Old Trafford! ????????????#UCL pic.twitter.com/I9B2g93qzr — UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) March 13, 2018 × Manchester United have now failed to reach the quarter-finals for five straight years. A disappointing night for Manchester United...#UCL pic.twitter.com/wEvzDDLMl2 — UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) March 13, 2018 ×

'That's not end of world', says Manchester United coach Jose Mourinho

<p>The Red Devils from Britain are set to face The White and Reds of Spain!</p>

<p>The Jose Mourinho-led Manchester United will meet Sevilla FC to carry forward the first leg clash which was tied 0-0 at the final whistle. United will welcome Sevilla to Old Trafford on Tuesday night/ Wednesday morning&nbsp;for the decisive second leg of the last-16. The match will start at 1:15 am IST early Wednesday morning.</p>

<p>The winner of the game will enter the quarter-finals. Sevilla FC has a chance to reach the quarter-finals of the Champions League for the first time in sixty years.</p>

<p>On the other hand, If Manchester United losses then it will be Michael Carrick&#39;s last match in Champions League, as he announced his retirement.</p>

<p>Sevilla&#39;s Italian coach Vincenzo Montella said, &quot;This will be a game&nbsp;where it will be very complicated on the pitch.&quot;</p>

<p>&quot;We are up against a great opponent with great players, a great manager and a club with great history. We know we&#39;ll have to give our all and take the small moments in the game which fall our way to change the game. We are ready to do all of this, he further added&quot;</p>

<p><strong>Manchester United:</strong></p>

<p>The Red Devils manager has confirmed that Anthony Martial is fit to return as he was absent for previous two games.</p>

<p>Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Paul Pogba were seen training on Monday which is a good news for Manchester United.</p>

<p>Manchester will enter the game with a high as they have won three consecutive wins in the Premier League. They came from behind and leapfrogged Chelsea and Crystal Palace to reach the spot two.</p>

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<p><strong>Sevilla FC:</strong></p>

<p>Currently, Sevilla is standing at number fifth position in LaLiga and are eleven points behind number four seated Valencia, hence, their hope of finishing as top four are very less.</p>

<p>Sevilla recently, shared a video on Twitter that says, &quot;We have already done incredible things&hellip;.Why not again?&quot;</p>

<p>Though, Sevilla is also not letting this go easily as they have one advantage of not losing any of the three fixtures they have played against English opposition this season.</p>

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The Jose Mourinho-led Manchester United tied 0-0 with Sevilla FC in the first leg. The second leg will be played at Old Trafford

The Red Devils from Britain are set to face The White and Reds of Spain! The Jose Mourinho-led Manchester United will meet Sevilla FC to carry forward the first leg clash which was tied 0-0 at the final whistle. United will welcome Sevilla to Old Trafford on Tuesday night/ Wednesday morning for the decisive second leg of the last-16. The match will start at 1:15 am IST early Wednesday morning. The winner of the game will enter the quarter-finals. Sevilla FC has a chance to reach the quarter-finals of the Champions League for the first time in sixty years. On the other hand, If Manchester United losses then it will be Michael Carrick's last match in Champions League, as he announced his retirement. Sevilla's Italian coach Vincenzo Montella said, "This will be a game where it will be very complicated on the pitch." "We are up against a great opponent with great players, a great manager and a club with great history. We know we'll have to give our all and take the small moments in the game which fall our way to change the game. We are ready to do all of this, he further added" Manchester United: The Red Devils manager has confirmed that Anthony Martial is fit to return as he was absent for previous two games. Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Paul Pogba were seen training on Monday which is a good news for Manchester United. Manchester will enter the game with a high as they have won three consecutive wins in the Premier League. They came from behind and leapfrogged Chelsea and Crystal Palace to reach the spot two. Good to see @AnthonyMartial and @Ibra_Official in training ahead of tomorrow’s #UCL return leg. #MUFC pic.twitter.com/L0Mi4oLdJ6 — Manchester United (@ManUtd) March 12, 2018 × Sevilla FC: Currently, Sevilla is standing at number fifth position in LaLiga and are eleven points behind number four seated Valencia, hence, their hope of finishing as top four are very less. Sevilla recently, shared a video on Twitter that says, "We have already done incredible things….Why not again?" Though, Sevilla is also not letting this go easily as they have one advantage of not losing any of the three fixtures they have played against English opposition this season. We have already done incredible things….Why not again? ???????? #vamosmisevilla #UCL pic.twitter.com/HHpqvGAlqX — Sevilla FC (@SevillaFC_ENG) March 12, 2018 ×

Champions League match preview: Manchester United take on Sevilla

<p>Willian inspired Chelsea&#39;s 2-1 win over Crystal Palace on Saturday as the Blues got back to winning ways ahead of their Champions League showdown with Barcelona.</p>

<p>After successive defeats by Manchester City and Manchester United, injury-hit Palace proved to be the ideal opponents for Antonio Conte&#39;s side at Stamford Bridge.</p>

<p>Willian opened the scoring in the first half and Martin Kelly&#39;s own goal doubled the champions&#39; lead before the break.</p>

<p>A late goal for Palace by Patrick van Aanholt made things uncomfortable in the closing stages, but it was a valuable victory for Chelsea over a London rival who had proved troublesome in recent seasons.</p>

<p>Fifth-placed Chelsea are now two points behind fourth-placed Tottenham, who face Bournemouth on Sunday as the battle hots up for places in next season&#39;s Champions League.</p>

<p>For now, Chelsea can focus on this season&#39;s edition of the Champions League, in which they travel to Barcelona on Wednesday with the last-16 tie level at 1-1 after the first leg.</p>

<p>Palace had beaten Chelsea in their previous two encounters and won on their past two visits to Stamford Bridge, but they have now lost four games in succession and remain in the bottom three.</p>

<p>Olivier Giroud went close twice for Chelsea and both Christian Benteke and Andros Townsend missed as the two sides traded early chances.</p>

<p>But after that, it was Chelsea, with Davide Zappacosta given the freedom of the right flank, who enjoyed the majority of possession, even if their final pass was often inaccurate and too many shots were comfortably close to Wayne Hennessey.</p>

<p>Willian got it right after 25 minutes. Gaining possession five yards from the left touchline, the Brazilian cut in past two covering players and shot from 25 yards with his right foot.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The ball seemed to take a fractional deflection as it sped past Kelly and Giroud and went in off the near post.</p>

<p><strong>Farcical goal</strong></p>

<p>It was 2-0 seven minutes later with a goal that was as elegant in its creation as it was farcical in its final moments.</p>

<p>Cesc Fabregas began it with an inch-perfect pass out to Marcos Alonso on the left.</p>

<p>Willian dummied the wing-back&#39;s cross for Eden Hazard to collect and spread play out to Zappacosta. His angled shot hit Kelly, bounced off the head of Hennessey, back onto Kelly, and in.</p>

<p>Palace was reeling. Giroud&#39;s header was cleared off the goal-line and Alonso&#39;s volley was blocked.</p>

<p>It would have been 3-0 if James Tomkins had not anticipated Giroud&#39;s shot from Hazard&#39;s pass and dived in to block.</p>

<p>Roy Hodgson sent on Palace talisman Wilfried Zaha for the second half in place of Benteke, and it almost paid off instantly.</p>

<p>Zaha caught Zappacosta in possession and Alexander Sorloth was left with only Thibaut Courtois to beat.</p>

<p>The Norwegian must have thought his first goal in English football was a formality, but he hit his shot against the post.</p>

<p>Chelsea nearly took advantage of that let-off but Tomkins threw himself in the way of yet another goal-bound shot, this time from Willian, and Hennessey saved from Hazard.</p>

<p>Giroud then hit the post after 66 minutes with a first-time shot from a low cross by Alonso.</p>

<p>But although Chelsea continued to make most of the chances, Zaha&#39;s arrival had boosted Palace.</p>

<p>However, the 90th-minute goal he eventually created for Van Aanholt against his former club came too late.</p>

<p>The left-back&#39;s shot from Zaha&#39;s diagonal pass went almost straight through Courtois but Chelsea held on.<br />
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Willian inspired Chelsea's 2-1 win over Crystal Palace on Saturday as the Blues got back to winning ways ahead of their Champions League showdown with Barcelona

Willian inspired Chelsea's 2-1 win over Crystal Palace on Saturday as the Blues got back to winning ways ahead of their Champions League showdown with Barcelona. After successive defeats by Manchester City and Manchester United, injury-hit Palace proved to be the ideal opponents for Antonio Conte's side at Stamford Bridge. Willian opened the scoring in the first half and Martin Kelly's own goal doubled the champions' lead before the break. A late goal for Palace by Patrick van Aanholt made things uncomfortable in the closing stages, but it was a valuable victory for Chelsea over a London rival who had proved troublesome in recent seasons. Fifth-placed Chelsea are now two points behind fourth-placed Tottenham, who face Bournemouth on Sunday as the battle hots up for places in next season's Champions League. For now, Chelsea can focus on this season's edition of the Champions League, in which they travel to Barcelona on Wednesday with the last-16 tie level at 1-1 after the first leg. Palace had beaten Chelsea in their previous two encounters and won on their past two visits to Stamford Bridge, but they have now lost four games in succession and remain in the bottom three. Olivier Giroud went close twice for Chelsea and both Christian Benteke and Andros Townsend missed as the two sides traded early chances. But after that, it was Chelsea, with Davide Zappacosta given the freedom of the right flank, who enjoyed the majority of possession, even if their final pass was often inaccurate and too many shots were comfortably close to Wayne Hennessey. Willian got it right after 25 minutes. Gaining possession five yards from the left touchline, the Brazilian cut in past two covering players and shot from 25 yards with his right foot. The ball seemed to take a fractional deflection as it sped past Kelly and Giroud and went in off the near post. Farcical goal It was 2-0 seven minutes later with a goal that was as elegant in its creation as it was farcical in its final moments. Cesc Fabregas began it with an inch-perfect pass out to Marcos Alonso on the left. Willian dummied the wing-back's cross for Eden Hazard to collect and spread play out to Zappacosta. His angled shot hit Kelly, bounced off the head of Hennessey, back onto Kelly, and in. Palace was reeling. Giroud's header was cleared off the goal-line and Alonso's volley was blocked. It would have been 3-0 if James Tomkins had not anticipated Giroud's shot from Hazard's pass and dived in to block. Roy Hodgson sent on Palace talisman Wilfried Zaha for the second half in place of Benteke, and it almost paid off instantly. Zaha caught Zappacosta in possession and Alexander Sorloth was left with only Thibaut Courtois to beat. The Norwegian must have thought his first goal in English football was a formality, but he hit his shot against the post. Chelsea nearly took advantage of that let-off but Tomkins threw himself in the way of yet another goal-bound shot, this time from Willian, and Hennessey saved from Hazard. Giroud then hit the post after 66 minutes with a first-time shot from a low cross by Alonso. But although Chelsea continued to make most of the chances, Zaha's arrival had boosted Palace. However, the 90th-minute goal he eventually created for Van Aanholt against his former club came too late. The left-back's shot from Zaha's diagonal pass went almost straight through Courtois but Chelsea held on.

Chelsea register vital victory ahead of Barca clash

<p>Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola labelled his team&#39;s second-half performance against Basel as &quot;really, really poor&quot; and said their possession play had been largely pointless in their 2-1 Champions League defeat on Wednesday.</p>

<p>City advanced to the quarter-finals 5-2 on aggregate thanks to their 4-0 first-leg win in Switzerland, but while Guardiola fielded a weakened side at the Etihad Stadium he was still unhappy with his team&#39;s first home loss in over a year.</p>

<p>City completed 978 passes, the most recorded by a side in a Champions League match since such statistics began being recorded in 2003, but Guardiola was not impressed.</p>

<p>&quot;The first half was quite good but in the second half we forgot to attack, we forgot to play. When we pass the ball we do it to move through the opponents to attack - just to pass the ball for itself is nothing and the second half was really really poor,&quot; Guardiola told reporters.</p>

<p>&quot;It is not easy to play with a 4-0 lead. We tried, we spoke about that and I think what we showed in the first half we showed we wanted to win the game. We created a lot of chances and we were good.</p>

<p>&quot;But after 1-1 in the second half, it didn&rsquo;t happen. We just passed for itself and when that happens, that is not football,&quot; he added.</p>

<p>The result ended a 36-game unbeaten run for City at the Etihad Stadium in all competitions and the Spaniard acknowledged that his team selection had impacted Wednesday&#39;s outcome.</p>

<p>&quot;You will find all the clubs in the world when you make six or seven changes, always the team is not the same,&quot; he said.</p>

<p>&quot;That&#39;s why I insisted to start well and we did well in the first half. In the second half we just passed the ball to pass the ball. It was everything slowly, without rhythm.&quot;</p>

<p>Guardiola did have some positive words for 17-year-old English midfielder Phil Foden, who delivered a confident display in a rare start.</p>

<p>&quot;He was good. In the second half, with Leroy (Sane), he was the only one who tried to be aggressive.&quot;</p>


Manchester City advanced to the quarter-finals 5-2 on aggregate thanks to their 4-0 first-leg win in Switzerland

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola labelled his team's second-half performance against Basel as "really, really poor" and said their possession play had been largely pointless in their 2-1 Champions League defeat on Wednesday. City advanced to the quarter-finals 5-2 on aggregate thanks to their 4-0 first-leg win in Switzerland, but while Guardiola fielded a weakened side at the Etihad Stadium he was still unhappy with his team's first home loss in over a year. City completed 978 passes, the most recorded by a side in a Champions League match since such statistics began being recorded in 2003, but Guardiola was not impressed. "The first half was quite good but in the second half we forgot to attack, we forgot to play. When we pass the ball we do it to move through the opponents to attack - just to pass the ball for itself is nothing and the second half was really really poor," Guardiola told reporters. "It is not easy to play with a 4-0 lead. We tried, we spoke about that and I think what we showed in the first half we showed we wanted to win the game. We created a lot of chances and we were good. "But after 1-1 in the second half, it didn’t happen. We just passed for itself and when that happens, that is not football," he added. The result ended a 36-game unbeaten run for City at the Etihad Stadium in all competitions and the Spaniard acknowledged that his team selection had impacted Wednesday's outcome. "You will find all the clubs in the world when you make six or seven changes, always the team is not the same," he said. "That's why I insisted to start well and we did well in the first half. In the second half we just passed the ball to pass the ball. It was everything slowly, without rhythm." Guardiola did have some positive words for 17-year-old English midfielder Phil Foden, who delivered a confident display in a rare start. "He was good. In the second half, with Leroy (Sane), he was the only one who tried to be aggressive."

Champions League: Guardiola bemoans pointless possession of 'really poor' Manchester City

<p>Juventus relied on their warrior instincts, according to midfielder Blaise Matuidi, as they stunned Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 to reach the Champions League quarter-finals 4-3 on aggregate at Wembley on Wednesday.</p>

<p>Needing to score twice in the second half, the Italians appeared to be heading out until goals by Gonzalo Higuain and Paulo Dybala in the 64th and 67th minutes cancelled out Son Heung-min&#39;s opener for Tottenham, ending a poor run against English clubs in two-legged European ties.</p>

<p>Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea had all beaten Juventus in the knockout phase of the Champions League and they lost to Fulham in the Europa League.</p>

<p>But Massimiliano Allegri&#39;s side are made of sterner stuff, as they have proved by reaching two of the last three Champions League finals and now going on a 21-match unbeaten run in all competitions this season.</p>

<p>&quot;We weren&#39;t in a great position after the 2-2 at home. We knew we could score here, we did that,&quot; 30-year-old Frenchman Matuidi, who missed the first leg, told reporters.</p>

<p>&quot;We were up against a very very good team that has super players and plays good football. They finished top of their group. It was a challenge, one that we faced with heart and a warrior spirit and that made the difference.&quot;</p>

<p>No one typifies that more than 36-year-old Andrea Barzagli, a rugged no-nonsense pillar in a back four with more than 170 Champions League appearances between them.</p>

<p>When Tottenham threw everything at Juve in a desperate late assault to salvage their dream, he along with Giorgio Chiellini, Medhi Benatia and Alex Sandro stood firm in the storm.</p>

<p>Barzagli believes it is their kindred spirit that will make Juve feared quarter-final opponents.</p>

<p>&quot;We can really achieve anything with this great character, we played badly for over one hour and than turned everything around with two great goals,&quot; he said.</p>

<p>&quot;We were also lucky, but I think you deserve luck when you are ready to fight and sacrifice as we did tonight.&quot;</p>

<p>Chiellini said a calmness under pressure had allowed Juve to reach the quarter-final for the third time in their last five appearances in the competition.</p>

<p>&quot;At halftime we told ourselves that we had to remain calm despite suffering so much because our chances would come,&quot; he said.</p>

<p>&quot;Tottenham proved to be a great team, I think they are missing very little in becoming one of the best teams in Europe, maybe some experience.</p>

<p>&quot;A few years ago we were in the same place, and reaching two finals in the last three seasons helped us to better handle these kinds of games.&quot;</p>

<p>Allegri, whose decision to send on fresh legs in the shape of Kwadwo Asamoah and Stephan Lichtsteiner on the hour proved a masterstroke, praised his side&#39;s durability.</p>

<p>&quot;The lads were patient to wait for the right moment to hit them,&quot; he said. &quot;Considering the whole 180 minutes, I think our qualification was deserved.</p>

<p>&quot;In the first half we suffered a lot against a team with great quality. I decided that we needed fresh legs on the flanks, so I put Asamoah and Lichtsteiner in. I&#39;m happy it paid off.&quot;</p>


Juventus relied on their warrior instincts, according to midfielder Blaise Matuidi, as they stunned Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 to reach the Champions League quarter-finals 4-3 on aggregate at Wembley

Juventus relied on their warrior instincts, according to midfielder Blaise Matuidi, as they stunned Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 to reach the Champions League quarter-finals 4-3 on aggregate at Wembley on Wednesday. Needing to score twice in the second half, the Italians appeared to be heading out until goals by Gonzalo Higuain and Paulo Dybala in the 64th and 67th minutes cancelled out Son Heung-min's opener for Tottenham, ending a poor run against English clubs in two-legged European ties. Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea had all beaten Juventus in the knockout phase of the Champions League and they lost to Fulham in the Europa League. But Massimiliano Allegri's side are made of sterner stuff, as they have proved by reaching two of the last three Champions League finals and now going on a 21-match unbeaten run in all competitions this season. "We weren't in a great position after the 2-2 at home. We knew we could score here, we did that," 30-year-old Frenchman Matuidi, who missed the first leg, told reporters. "We were up against a very very good team that has super players and plays good football. They finished top of their group. It was a challenge, one that we faced with heart and a warrior spirit and that made the difference." No one typifies that more than 36-year-old Andrea Barzagli, a rugged no-nonsense pillar in a back four with more than 170 Champions League appearances between them. When Tottenham threw everything at Juve in a desperate late assault to salvage their dream, he along with Giorgio Chiellini, Medhi Benatia and Alex Sandro stood firm in the storm. Barzagli believes it is their kindred spirit that will make Juve feared quarter-final opponents. "We can really achieve anything with this great character, we played badly for over one hour and than turned everything around with two great goals," he said. "We were also lucky, but I think you deserve luck when you are ready to fight and sacrifice as we did tonight." Chiellini said a calmness under pressure had allowed Juve to reach the quarter-final for the third time in their last five appearances in the competition. "At halftime we told ourselves that we had to remain calm despite suffering so much because our chances would come," he said. "Tottenham proved to be a great team, I think they are missing very little in becoming one of the best teams in Europe, maybe some experience. "A few years ago we were in the same place, and reaching two finals in the last three seasons helped us to better handle these kinds of games." Allegri, whose decision to send on fresh legs in the shape of Kwadwo Asamoah and Stephan Lichtsteiner on the hour proved a masterstroke, praised his side's durability. "The lads were patient to wait for the right moment to hit them," he said. "Considering the whole 180 minutes, I think our qualification was deserved. "In the first half we suffered a lot against a team with great quality. I decided that we needed fresh legs on the flanks, so I put Asamoah and Lichtsteiner in. I'm happy it paid off."

Champions league: Matuidi praises Juventus's warrior spirit after victory over Spurs

<p>Real Madrid showed their collective strength in a clinical 2-1 win over Paris St Germain to reach the quarter-finals as the hosts slumped to another early Champions League exit on Tuesday.</p>

<p>Zinedine Zidane&#39;s side prevailed at the Parc des Princes with goals by Cristiano Ronaldo and Casimero for a 5-2 aggregate win as they were barely threatened in the last 16 return leg.</p>

<p>&quot;Tactically we played the right way. We believe in what we&#39;re doing,&quot; Real coach Zidane told a news conference.</p>

<p>&quot;Maybe tonight they weren&#39;t so good, but it&#39;s also because we played well. Obviously it became harder for them when we scored the second goal.&rdquo;</p>

<p>PSG finished the game with 10 men after Marco Verratti was sent off for a second bookable offence in the 66th minute, but Real had done the job already.</p>

<p>&quot;It&#39;s true that Madrid deserved to go through. I think in the important moments of the game, they were better,&quot; PSG&#39;s Spanish coach Unai Emery told a news conference.</p>

<p>The defeat came a year after PSG went out at the same stage after losing 6-1 at Barcelona, having won the first leg 4-0.</p>

<p>&quot;I think they controlled 60 percent of the game and we didn&#39;t do enough with the 40 percent we had,&quot; he added.</p>

<p>&quot;Losing to Real Madrid itself isn&#39;t a disappointment, but being knocked out in the last 16 is.&quot;</p>

<p>PSG were in control in the first half, dominating in midfield, but without their Brazilian talisman Neymar, who is recovering from ankle surgery, they were toothless up front.</p>

<p>&quot;Perhaps the first half was the key. In the last 20 minutes of the first half we were better,&quot; said Emery.</p>

<p>&quot;I think over there we had the chance, it was 50-50, but we didn&#39;t take advantage of that,&quot; he added, referring to PSG&#39;s 3-1 defeat at the Santiago Bernabeu.</p>


Zinedine Zidane's side prevailed at the Parc des Princes with goals by Cristiano Ronaldo and Casimero for a 5-2 aggregate win as they were barely threatened in the last 16 return leg.

Real Madrid showed their collective strength in a clinical 2-1 win over Paris St Germain to reach the quarter-finals as the hosts slumped to another early Champions League exit on Tuesday. Zinedine Zidane's side prevailed at the Parc des Princes with goals by Cristiano Ronaldo and Casimero for a 5-2 aggregate win as they were barely threatened in the last 16 return leg. "Tactically we played the right way. We believe in what we're doing," Real coach Zidane told a news conference. "Maybe tonight they weren't so good, but it's also because we played well. Obviously it became harder for them when we scored the second goal.” PSG finished the game with 10 men after Marco Verratti was sent off for a second bookable offence in the 66th minute, but Real had done the job already. "It's true that Madrid deserved to go through. I think in the important moments of the game, they were better," PSG's Spanish coach Unai Emery told a news conference. The defeat came a year after PSG went out at the same stage after losing 6-1 at Barcelona, having won the first leg 4-0. "I think they controlled 60 percent of the game and we didn't do enough with the 40 percent we had," he added. "Losing to Real Madrid itself isn't a disappointment, but being knocked out in the last 16 is." PSG were in control in the first half, dominating in midfield, but without their Brazilian talisman Neymar, who is recovering from ankle surgery, they were toothless up front. "Perhaps the first half was the key. In the last 20 minutes of the first half we were better," said Emery. "I think over there we had the chance, it was 50-50, but we didn't take advantage of that," he added, referring to PSG's 3-1 defeat at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Football: Real Madrid on song as PSG falter again in Champions League

<p><span style="background-color: rgb(245, 246, 245);">UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin said that the&nbsp;</span><span style="background-color: rgb(245, 246, 245);">Video Assistant Referees (VAR) will not be used in the next Champions League. Ceferin confirmed it during the 42nd&nbsp;</span><span style="background-color: rgb(245, 246, 245);">UEFA Congress in Bratislava, Slovakia, on Monday.</span></p>

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<div style="background:#eee;border:1px solid #ccc;padding:5px 10px;">Video Assistant Referee is used to review certain decisions made by the main referee by watching video replays of the relevant incidents such as doubtful goals, penalties, red cards and mistaken identity in awarding a card. It consists of the video assistant referee himself (who will be a current or former referee), his assistant and a replay operator.</div>

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<p style="background-color: rgb(245, 246, 245);">VAR has been tested in more than 20 football competitions around the world over the last two years, and the International Football Association Board will discuss the use of VAR at its AGM in Zurich on March 3rd.</p>

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<p>&quot;I don&#39;t think they will make it a rule. But they will allow everybody to test it,&quot; said Ceferin.</p>

<p style="background-color: rgb(245, 246, 245);">&quot;I think that it will be probably used at the World Cup. We will not use it for the next season in the Champions League, I can tell you that. But I am absolutely not against it. I think there is no way back anymore,&quot; he further added.</p>

<p style="background-color: rgb(245, 246, 245);">He showed his concerns&nbsp;<span style="background-color: rgb(245, 246, 245);">about the number of registered players at some clubs and said, &quot;</span><span style="background-color: rgb(245, 246, 245);">We have to think about the number of registered players, we have to think about loans of players. We have a club I just realised last week that has 84 players on loan and 186 under contract. I don&#39;t know, it seems a little bit too much.&quot;</span></p>

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Video Assistant Referee is used to review certain decisions made by the main referee by watching video replays of the relevant incidents

UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin said that the Video Assistant Referees (VAR) will not be used in the next Champions League. Ceferin confirmed it during the 42nd UEFA Congress in Bratislava, Slovakia, on Monday. What is VAR? Video Assistant Referee is used to review certain decisions made by the main referee by watching video replays of the relevant incidents such as doubtful goals, penalties, red cards and mistaken identity in awarding a card. It consists of the video assistant referee himself (who will be a current or former referee), his assistant and a replay operator. VAR has been tested in more than 20 football competitions around the world over the last two years, and the International Football Association Board will discuss the use of VAR at its AGM in Zurich on March 3rd. Next #UEFACongress will take place on 7 February 2019 in Rome pic.twitter.com/6F4PtQVqd4 — UEFA (@UEFA) February 26, 2018 × Read our President's #UEFACongress address in full ????https://t.co/B3iJZsblwM — UEFA (@UEFA) February 26, 2018 × "I don't think they will make it a rule. But they will allow everybody to test it," said Ceferin. "I think that it will be probably used at the World Cup. We will not use it for the next season in the Champions League, I can tell you that. But I am absolutely not against it. I think there is no way back anymore," he further added. He showed his concerns about the number of registered players at some clubs and said, "We have to think about the number of registered players, we have to think about loans of players. We have a club I just realised last week that has 84 players on loan and 186 under contract. I don't know, it seems a little bit too much."

Champions League to drop use of Video Assistant Referee

<p>Zizou is already going through a difficult phase as his team is not performing up to the mark and now Gareth Bale&#39;s injury is giving extra tensions to the Frenchman. Bale <span style="background-color: rgb(245, 246, 245);">has been plagued by injuries during his time at Real.</span><span style="background-color: rgb(245, 246, 245);">&nbsp;Zidane urged that he just wanted to see Bale &quot;100&nbsp;</span>per cent<span style="background-color: rgb(245, 246, 245);">&nbsp;well&quot;.&nbsp;</span>Real Madrid, the defending champions, is definitely not having the dream run. Few matches before, even there were speculations that&nbsp;<span style="background-color: rgb(245, 246, 245);">Zinedine Zidane</span>&#39;s future as Real&#39;s coach is doubtful. Though, it is not justified to blame the former French striker completely as there were other reasons as well for Madrid&#39;s poor performance. Madrid&#39;s football depended a lot on the quality of players they had, rather than a philosophy of play. Now the players are not performing, that is a problem. Karim Benzema, like Ronaldo, has found it hard to score this season in the previous clash of Champions League against Paris-Saint Germain Ronaldo broke the jinx. While Toni Kroos has not been as accurate as usual with his passes in the middle of the pitch.</p>

<p>Currently, Barcelona is at the top of La Liga table and third-placed Real Madrid are still hopeful of catching neighbours Atletico Madrid, who are seven points above them in second.</p>

<p>Zidane rested a number of key players in their 3-1 victory over Leganes in La Liga mid-week, including Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale, but may well play a full-strength side against Alaves on Saturday (24th February), who have won their last three La Liga games.</p>

<p>Bale has been the subject of much recent media speculation, amid reports that Real may try to offload the Wales international this summer.</p>

<p>On the transfer news, Zidane said, &quot;I don&#39;t know, you should ask him. I do the same thing with all the players, including Gareth.</p>

<p>He also mentioned, &quot;He&#39;s doing well in training, he&#39;s committed, but I want to see Gareth 100 per cent well, I don&#39;t want to lose him again.&quot;</p>

<p>&quot;In every player I evaluate their form, how they feel, everything. Many factors are taken into consideration. You ask the question, but there are many things to bear in mind,&quot; Real Madrid&#39;s coach added.</p>

<p>&quot;But I&#39;m sure Gareth will&nbsp; continue to play an important role. He hasn&#39;t played recently because he&acute;s been injured, but he will, like the other players.&quot;</p>

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Bale has been the subject of much recent media speculation, amid reports that Real may try to offload the Wales international this summer

Zizou is already going through a difficult phase as his team is not performing up to the mark and now Gareth Bale's injury is giving extra tensions to the Frenchman. Bale has been plagued by injuries during his time at Real. Zidane urged that he just wanted to see Bale "100 per cent well". Real Madrid, the defending champions, is definitely not having the dream run. Few matches before, even there were speculations that Zinedine Zidane's future as Real's coach is doubtful. Though, it is not justified to blame the former French striker completely as there were other reasons as well for Madrid's poor performance. Madrid's football depended a lot on the quality of players they had, rather than a philosophy of play. Now the players are not performing, that is a problem. Karim Benzema, like Ronaldo, has found it hard to score this season in the previous clash of Champions League against Paris-Saint Germain Ronaldo broke the jinx. While Toni Kroos has not been as accurate as usual with his passes in the middle of the pitch. Currently, Barcelona is at the top of La Liga table and third-placed Real Madrid are still hopeful of catching neighbours Atletico Madrid, who are seven points above them in second. Zidane rested a number of key players in their 3-1 victory over Leganes in La Liga mid-week, including Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale, but may well play a full-strength side against Alaves on Saturday (24th February), who have won their last three La Liga games. Bale has been the subject of much recent media speculation, amid reports that Real may try to offload the Wales international this summer. On the transfer news, Zidane said, "I don't know, you should ask him. I do the same thing with all the players, including Gareth. He also mentioned, "He's doing well in training, he's committed, but I want to see Gareth 100 per cent well, I don't want to lose him again." "In every player I evaluate their form, how they feel, everything. Many factors are taken into consideration. You ask the question, but there are many things to bear in mind," Real Madrid's coach added. "But I'm sure Gareth will continue to play an important role. He hasn't played recently because he´s been injured, but he will, like the other players."

Gareth Bale's injury concerns Zidane

<p>Chelsea manager Antonio Conte believes the English champions can do &quot;something incredible&quot; by knocking Barcelona out of the Champions League at the Camp Nou on March 14, despite blowing a lead to draw the first leg of their last-16 tie 1-1.</p>

<p>Willian gave reason to a bold team selection from Conte on Tuesday by putting the English champions ahead just after the hour mark, having also hit the woodwork twice before half-time.</p>

<p>However, Barca pounced on a very rare Chelsea mistake on the night as Andres Iniesta intercepted a slack pass by Andreas Christensen and squared for Lionel Messi to slot home his first goal in nine appearances against Chelsea.</p>

<p>&quot;We must be realistic. We are talking about Barcelona. They show tonight to be a strong, fantastic team,&quot; said Conte.</p>

<p>&quot;We have showed that if we are ready to work very hard together defensively, but continue to have the right feeling when you win the ball when you have the chance to score, we can try to do something incredible at the Nou Camp.&quot;</p>

<p>Conte named a front three without a recognised centre-forward with Willian and Pedro Rodriguez either side of Eden Hazard, while the 21-year-old Christensen started in place of club captain Gary Cahill.</p>

<p>And Conte refused to pin the blame on the inexperienced Dane for conceding.</p>

<p>&quot;I think it was a great performance, an incredible performance,&quot; added Conte.</p>

<p>&quot;We&#39;re talking about a player he&#39;s only 21. It&#39;s great that he can play this game with this maturity. I am very happy. For me he was one of the best players tonight.&quot;</p>

<p><strong>&#39;Like a handball match&#39;</strong></p>

<p>Barcelona enjoyed nearly 70 percent of the possession, but lacked the penetration to open up Chelsea&#39;s well-organised defence.</p>

<p>&quot;At times it seemed like a handball match, because they sat back and waited,&quot; said Barca midfielder Ivan Rakitic.</p>

<p>&quot;It is difficult when they have eight players behind the ball.&quot;</p>

<p>However, Conte defended his tactics, saying it would be &quot;crazy&quot; to approach facing Barcelona any other way.</p>

<p>&quot;When you play against Barcelona you know very well that if you want to face them box-to-box then you are crazy and you go to lose the game, not 1-0, (but) 4, 5, 6-0,&quot; said Conte.</p>

<p>&quot;You must play with intelligence, especially if you know that (Barca) level is up on us. You must play an intelligent game, we are not stupid.&quot;</p>

<p>Chelsea&#39;s former Barca midfielder Cesc Fabregas, though, stressed the importance of going to Catalonia in three weeks&#39; time with attacking intent rather than just trying to keep Barcelona at bay for as long as possible.</p>

<p>&quot;We have to go there to attack and score because 90 minutes defending at the Nou Camp is an eternity,&quot; said Fabregas, who played for Barca between 2011 and 2014. &quot;It is a suicide mission.&quot;</p>

<p>Messi&#39;s goal was the first a Barcelona player has scored in an away Champions League match for six games.</p>

<p>And whilst Barca boss Ernesto Valverde welcomed the slight advantage gained from a sub-standard performance, he warned Chelsea possess the threat on the counter-attack to still land a knockout blow.</p>

<p>&quot;It is very important to have scored here and logically both teams will respect their own style in the second leg. They have the attacking resources to cause us problems.</p>

<p>&quot;It is important to have the advantage, but it is far from decided.&quot;</p>


Chelsea drew Barcelona 1-1 at Stamford Bridge in the first leg

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte believes the English champions can do "something incredible" by knocking Barcelona out of the Champions League at the Camp Nou on March 14, despite blowing a lead to draw the first leg of their last-16 tie 1-1. Willian gave reason to a bold team selection from Conte on Tuesday by putting the English champions ahead just after the hour mark, having also hit the woodwork twice before half-time. However, Barca pounced on a very rare Chelsea mistake on the night as Andres Iniesta intercepted a slack pass by Andreas Christensen and squared for Lionel Messi to slot home his first goal in nine appearances against Chelsea. "We must be realistic. We are talking about Barcelona. They show tonight to be a strong, fantastic team," said Conte. "We have showed that if we are ready to work very hard together defensively, but continue to have the right feeling when you win the ball when you have the chance to score, we can try to do something incredible at the Nou Camp." Conte named a front three without a recognised centre-forward with Willian and Pedro Rodriguez either side of Eden Hazard, while the 21-year-old Christensen started in place of club captain Gary Cahill. And Conte refused to pin the blame on the inexperienced Dane for conceding. "I think it was a great performance, an incredible performance," added Conte. "We're talking about a player he's only 21. It's great that he can play this game with this maturity. I am very happy. For me he was one of the best players tonight." 'Like a handball match' Barcelona enjoyed nearly 70 percent of the possession, but lacked the penetration to open up Chelsea's well-organised defence. "At times it seemed like a handball match, because they sat back and waited," said Barca midfielder Ivan Rakitic. "It is difficult when they have eight players behind the ball." However, Conte defended his tactics, saying it would be "crazy" to approach facing Barcelona any other way. "When you play against Barcelona you know very well that if you want to face them box-to-box then you are crazy and you go to lose the game, not 1-0, (but) 4, 5, 6-0," said Conte. "You must play with intelligence, especially if you know that (Barca) level is up on us. You must play an intelligent game, we are not stupid." Chelsea's former Barca midfielder Cesc Fabregas, though, stressed the importance of going to Catalonia in three weeks' time with attacking intent rather than just trying to keep Barcelona at bay for as long as possible. "We have to go there to attack and score because 90 minutes defending at the Nou Camp is an eternity," said Fabregas, who played for Barca between 2011 and 2014. "It is a suicide mission." Messi's goal was the first a Barcelona player has scored in an away Champions League match for six games. And whilst Barca boss Ernesto Valverde welcomed the slight advantage gained from a sub-standard performance, he warned Chelsea possess the threat on the counter-attack to still land a knockout blow. "It is very important to have scored here and logically both teams will respect their own style in the second leg. They have the attacking resources to cause us problems. "It is important to have the advantage, but it is far from decided."

Chelsea capable of the 'incredible' to spring Barca surprise: Conte

<p>The first leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 between <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-match-preview-of-barcelona-vs-chelsea-33534">FC Barcelona and Chelsea</a> ended with a 1-1 score.</p>

<p>The third time lucky Willian scored a stunner in the second half to give <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/good-to-be-compared-with-messi-eden-hazard-33431">Chelsea 1-0 lead</a>.</p>

<p>In the first half, Willian proved two-time unlucky as he hit side post twice from both the wings, if not, then Chelsea would have leading the game by 3-0 and Willian scoring a hat-trick.</p>

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<p>Iniesta&#39;s beautiful assist to Messi equalises the score in the 75the minute to&nbsp;relax&nbsp;the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/here-is-why-philippe-coutinho-is-not-playing-against-chelsea-33539">Barcelona fans</a> and followers.</p>

<p>After the match, Iniesta said, &quot;Chelsea are one of the best teams in Europe and in general we played well. The second leg will also be a tough contest.&quot;</p>

<p>It was not only the mesmerising moment of a reverse pass and accurate hit into the bottom corner of the net also a sloppy piece of defence tackle by Andreas Christensen was the reason.</p>

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<p>Lionel Messi had a jinx of not scoring against English clubs which he broke today by scoring an equalizer and also his first goal against Chelsea in the last nine matches.</p>

<p>However, <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/here-is-why-philippe-coutinho-is-not-playing-against-chelsea-33539">Barca</a> remains unbeaten in 31 La Liga and Champions League games under Ernesto Valverde thanks to a late rally.</p>

<p>The first warning&nbsp;was given by <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/good-to-be-compared-with-messi-eden-hazard-33431">Eden Hazard</a> when he&nbsp;fired just over from 20 yards five minutes in.</p>

<p>The match&nbsp;revolved around Chelsea striker Willian, either he was missing to score or playing exponentially amazing with bleeding nose.</p>

<p>So, a&nbsp;big shout out to Willian&#39;s performance, brilliance and fighting spirit and his ability to score from outside the box off either foot.</p>

<p>The English defending champions must now score when they travel to the Camp Nou on March 14 to have any chance of making the last eight.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-match-preview-of-barcelona-vs-chelsea-33534">Click here</a> to know what was expected of this clash.</p>

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Lionel Messi struck for the first time in nine games against Chelsea to give Barcelona a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their Champions League

The first leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 between FC Barcelona and Chelsea ended with a 1-1 score. The third time lucky Willian scored a stunner in the second half to give Chelsea 1-0 lead. In the first half, Willian proved two-time unlucky as he hit side post twice from both the wings, if not, then Chelsea would have leading the game by 3-0 and Willian scoring a hat-trick. GOAL!!! 1-0!!! #CHEBAR pic.twitter.com/UjIUmhdgrI — Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) February 20, 2018 × Iniesta's beautiful assist to Messi equalises the score in the 75the minute to relax the Barcelona fans and followers. After the match, Iniesta said, "Chelsea are one of the best teams in Europe and in general we played well. The second leg will also be a tough contest." It was not only the mesmerising moment of a reverse pass and accurate hit into the bottom corner of the net also a sloppy piece of defence tackle by Andreas Christensen was the reason. "Leo Messi has n̶e̶v̶e̶r̶ scored against Chelsea." … ✅ Done. pic.twitter.com/3NlCQIvLha — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) February 20, 2018 × Lionel Messi had a jinx of not scoring against English clubs which he broke today by scoring an equalizer and also his first goal against Chelsea in the last nine matches. However, Barca remains unbeaten in 31 La Liga and Champions League games under Ernesto Valverde thanks to a late rally. The first warning was given by Eden Hazard when he fired just over from 20 yards five minutes in. The match revolved around Chelsea striker Willian, either he was missing to score or playing exponentially amazing with bleeding nose. So, a big shout out to Willian's performance, brilliance and fighting spirit and his ability to score from outside the box off either foot. The English defending champions must now score when they travel to the Camp Nou on March 14 to have any chance of making the last eight. Click here to know what was expected of this clash.

Champions League: Lionel Messi breaks jinx after scoring against Chelsea

<p>The first leg of Chelsea vs Barcelona is scheduled for February 21 at Stamford Bridge, London.</p>

<p>It is supposed to be one of the major clashes of Champions Leauge and fans and supporters of both sides have high expectations for their favourite team.</p>

<p>FC Barcelona and support staff have arrived in London and the training has started.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez meet former English footballer and current sports broadcaster, Gary Lineker ahead of Chelsea clash.</p>

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<p>Gary Lineker holds England&#39;s record for goals in FIFA World Cup finals with 10 goals.</p>

<p>Lineker began his football career at Leicester City in 1978. He then moved to League Champions Everton.</p>

<p>His first team honours came at Barcelona, where he won the Copa del Rey in 1988 and the European Cup Winners&#39; Cup in 1989.</p>

<p>He returned to England in 1989, joining Tottenham Hotspur, and over three seasons he scored 67 goals in 105 games and won the FA Cup.</p>

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At Barcelona, Gary Lineker won the Copa del Rey in 1988 and the European Cup Winners' Cup in 1989

The first leg of Chelsea vs Barcelona is scheduled for February 21 at Stamford Bridge, London. It is supposed to be one of the major clashes of Champions Leauge and fans and supporters of both sides have high expectations for their favourite team. FC Barcelona and support staff have arrived in London and the training has started. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez meet former English footballer and current sports broadcaster, Gary Lineker ahead of Chelsea clash. #NewProfilePic for @GaryLineker! ???? pic.twitter.com/89N6tpQ46B — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) February 19, 2018 × Gary Lineker holds England's record for goals in FIFA World Cup finals with 10 goals. Lineker began his football career at Leicester City in 1978. He then moved to League Champions Everton. His first team honours came at Barcelona, where he won the Copa del Rey in 1988 and the European Cup Winners' Cup in 1989. He returned to England in 1989, joining Tottenham Hotspur, and over three seasons he scored 67 goals in 105 games and won the FA Cup.

Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez meet former Barca star Gary Lineker

<p>The first leg of Chelsea vs Barcelona is scheduled for February 21 at Stamford Bridge, London and will kickoff at 1:15 AM.</p>

<p>It is supposed to be one of the major clashes of Champions League and fans and supporters of both sides have high expectations from&nbsp;their favourite team.</p>

<p>Barcelona is currently having arguably one of the best seasons till now. They have already made it into the final of the Copa del Rey and holds a comfortable lead in the La Liga standings, with many plus points, they will enter the game with a high.</p>

<p>The squad of Barcelona is currently in good form. The strikers,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/lionel-messi-luis-suarez-meet-former-barca-star-gary-lineker-33470">Lionel Messi</a> and Luis Suarez have netted some splendid goals.</p>

<p>They had suffered a big transfer past summer in the form of Neymar Jr&#39;s exit&nbsp;but another Brazilian star compensated the loss.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/here-is-why-philippe-coutinho-is-not-playing-against-chelsea-33539">Philippe Coutinho</a> was added to the Barca squad&nbsp;but unfortunately <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/here-is-why-philippe-coutinho-is-not-playing-against-chelsea-33539">he will&nbsp;not play</a>&nbsp;today&nbsp;after having already appeared in the Champions League this season while playing for Liverpool.</p>

<p>Lots of drama is expected and both the teams are under pressure. <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/we-must-be-prepared-to-suffer-says-antonio-conte-33436">Antonio Conte</a>, Chelsea head coach spoke to media on the eve of their UEFA Champions League clash.</p>

<p>He said his team has to pay &quot;great attention&quot; to not only <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/lionel-messi-luis-suarez-meet-former-barca-star-gary-lineker-33470">Messi</a>&nbsp;but the whole team. He mentioned that the current squad&nbsp;is very dangerous.</p>

<p>He <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/we-must-be-prepared-to-suffer-says-antonio-conte-33436">further added</a>, &quot;Barcelona is having a <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/good-to-be-compared-with-messi-eden-hazard-33431">fantastic season</a>. They are top of the league and are in the final in the Cup in Spain and they have the potential to win this Cup.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Eden Hazard is expected to be recalled to the team after the Belgian international was rested for the 4-0 win over Hull City in the English FA Cup fifth round.</p>

<p>Nelson Semedo is serving a one-game suspension for yellow card accumulation during the group stage.</p>

<p>David Luiz and Tiemoue Bakayoko are injury doubts for Chelsea but Marcos Alonso is set to return. Also, Alvaro Morata and Thibaut Courtois are one of the key players along with <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/good-to-be-compared-with-messi-eden-hazard-33431">Eden Hazard</a>.</p>

<p><strong>Here are some quick facts about the match:</strong></p>

<p>Barcelona are attempting to reach the quarter-finals for a record-extending 11th straight year.</p>

<p>Chelsea have only advanced beyond the last 16 once in the past five seasons, losing at this stage to Paris Saint-Germain in their two most recent knockout ties.</p>

<p>This is one of only two last-16 ties featuring a pair of former European champions.</p>

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Chelsea vs Barcelona is scheduled for February 21 at Stamford Bridge, London and will kickoff is at 1:15 AM IST, February 21

The first leg of Chelsea vs Barcelona is scheduled for February 21 at Stamford Bridge, London and will kickoff at 1:15 AM. It is supposed to be one of the major clashes of Champions League and fans and supporters of both sides have high expectations from their favourite team. Barcelona is currently having arguably one of the best seasons till now. They have already made it into the final of the Copa del Rey and holds a comfortable lead in the La Liga standings, with many plus points, they will enter the game with a high. The squad of Barcelona is currently in good form. The strikers, Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez have netted some splendid goals. They had suffered a big transfer past summer in the form of Neymar Jr's exit but another Brazilian star compensated the loss. Philippe Coutinho was added to the Barca squad but unfortunately he will not play today after having already appeared in the Champions League this season while playing for Liverpool. Lots of drama is expected and both the teams are under pressure. Antonio Conte, Chelsea head coach spoke to media on the eve of their UEFA Champions League clash. He said his team has to pay "great attention" to not only Messi but the whole team. He mentioned that the current squad is very dangerous. He further added, "Barcelona is having a fantastic season. They are top of the league and are in the final in the Cup in Spain and they have the potential to win this Cup. On the other hand, Eden Hazard is expected to be recalled to the team after the Belgian international was rested for the 4-0 win over Hull City in the English FA Cup fifth round. Nelson Semedo is serving a one-game suspension for yellow card accumulation during the group stage. David Luiz and Tiemoue Bakayoko are injury doubts for Chelsea but Marcos Alonso is set to return. Also, Alvaro Morata and Thibaut Courtois are one of the key players along with Eden Hazard. Here are some quick facts about the match: Barcelona are attempting to reach the quarter-finals for a record-extending 11th straight year. Chelsea have only advanced beyond the last 16 once in the past five seasons, losing at this stage to Paris Saint-Germain in their two most recent knockout ties. This is one of only two last-16 ties featuring a pair of former European champions.

Champions League: Match preview of Barcelona vs Chelsea

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-match-preview-of-barcelona-vs-chelsea-33534">Barcelona and Chelsea</a> is set ready to face each other in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 on Tuesday night at Stamford Bridge.</p>

<p>Barcelona is currently having arguably one of the best seasons till now and will enter the game with a high.</p>

<p>They have already made it into the final of the Copa del Rey and stands at top of the La Liga table.</p>

<p>Although, both the teams are under pressure but Chelsea is a bit more hustled as the ongoing season is not that good as they had an outstanding run last season.</p>

<p>But here is some good news for Chelsea fans as one of the key&nbsp;players of Barca will not play today.</p>

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<p>Who&nbsp;is missing in the squad list?</p>

<p>Yes, it&#39;s Philippe Coutinho. The reason is Phil being&nbsp;ineligible for the match having previously played for Liverpool in the group stage of the competition before the transfer.</p>

<div style="background:#eee;border:1px solid #ccc;padding:5px 10px;"><strong>What does the rule say?</strong><br />
As a rule, a player may not play in a UEFA club competition (UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League, excluding UEFA Super Cup) for more than one club in the course of the same season.</div>

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<p>He played an important role in inspiring the Reds to seal a place in the Champions League last 16.</p>

<p>Coutinho will have to watch on from the sidelines as UEFA rules stipulate that a player cannot represent more than one club in the same season in the competition.</p>

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The reason is Coutinho being ineligible for the match having previously played for Liverpool in the group stage of the competition before the transfer

Barcelona and Chelsea is set ready to face each other in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 on Tuesday night at Stamford Bridge. Barcelona is currently having arguably one of the best seasons till now and will enter the game with a high. They have already made it into the final of the Copa del Rey and stands at top of the La Liga table. Although, both the teams are under pressure but Chelsea is a bit more hustled as the ongoing season is not that good as they had an outstanding run last season. But here is some good news for Chelsea fans as one of the key players of Barca will not play today. ⚽️ Starting XI ???????? #ChelseaBarça pic.twitter.com/XaBBne5N3s — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) February 20, 2018 × Who is missing in the squad list? Yes, it's Philippe Coutinho. The reason is Phil being ineligible for the match having previously played for Liverpool in the group stage of the competition before the transfer. What does the rule say? As a rule, a player may not play in a UEFA club competition (UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League, excluding UEFA Super Cup) for more than one club in the course of the same season. He played an important role in inspiring the Reds to seal a place in the Champions League last 16. Coutinho will have to watch on from the sidelines as UEFA rules stipulate that a player cannot represent more than one club in the same season in the competition.

Here is why Philippe Coutinho is not playing against Chelsea

<p>The first leg of Chelsea&nbsp;vs Barcelona is scheduled for February 21 at&nbsp;Stamford Bridge, London.</p>

<p>It is supposed to be one of the major clashes of Champions Leauge and fans and supporters of both sides have high expectations for their favourite team.</p>

<p>In a pre-match interview, Eden Hazard said, &quot; We know that it is tough to beat Chelsea. We are in a good position. We play the first game here. So we will give everything here.&quot;</p>

<p>&quot;Of course, Barcelona is one of the best teams in the world but in the past, they were a little bit in trouble against Chelsea and I hope tomorrow is going to be the same because we want to win,&quot; he further added.</p>

<p>On asking him about being compared with Messi and Ronaldo he said, &quot;First it is good to be compared with the greatest ever (like Lionel) Messi, (Cristiano) Ronaldo, but I am different. I am completely different.&quot;</p>

<p>&quot;We play in a different league. I try to do my job. I try to reach that level. You need to play well in big games and tomorrow is a big game. So, let&#39;s go for it and try to give everything,&quot; he added.</p>

<p>Eden Hazard is expected to be recalled to the team after the Belgian international was rested for the 4-0 win over Hull City in the English FA Cup fifth round.</p>

<p>Summer signing Alvaro Morata will be battling it out with Olivier Giroud for the central striker berth. French international Giroud, who arrived in January from Premier League rivals Arsenal, gave his chances a boost with his first goal for the club in the Hull City victory.</p>

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Eden Hazard is expected to be recalled to the team after the Belgian international was rested against Hull City

The first leg of Chelsea vs Barcelona is scheduled for February 21 at Stamford Bridge, London. It is supposed to be one of the major clashes of Champions Leauge and fans and supporters of both sides have high expectations for their favourite team. In a pre-match interview, Eden Hazard said, " We know that it is tough to beat Chelsea. We are in a good position. We play the first game here. So we will give everything here." "Of course, Barcelona is one of the best teams in the world but in the past, they were a little bit in trouble against Chelsea and I hope tomorrow is going to be the same because we want to win," he further added. On asking him about being compared with Messi and Ronaldo he said, "First it is good to be compared with the greatest ever (like Lionel) Messi, (Cristiano) Ronaldo, but I am different. I am completely different." "We play in a different league. I try to do my job. I try to reach that level. You need to play well in big games and tomorrow is a big game. So, let's go for it and try to give everything," he added. Eden Hazard is expected to be recalled to the team after the Belgian international was rested for the 4-0 win over Hull City in the English FA Cup fifth round. Summer signing Alvaro Morata will be battling it out with Olivier Giroud for the central striker berth. French international Giroud, who arrived in January from Premier League rivals Arsenal, gave his chances a boost with his first goal for the club in the Hull City victory.

Good to be compared with Messi: Eden Hazard

<p>Luis Suarez and Jordi Alba were on target as Barcelona saw off Eibar 2-0 on Saturday to continue their unbeaten record in La Liga and extend their lead at the top of the table.</p>

<p>Lionel Messi had a hand in both goals against an Eibar side who finished the match at tiny Ipurua with 10 men after the second-half sending-off of Fabian Orellana.</p>

<p>It was not a comfortable afternoon for Ernesto Valverde&#39;s men in the rain in the Basque Country, but Barca is still unbeaten 24 games into the league campaign, and have now gone 31 La Liga matches undefeated in total to match their record run under Pep Guardiola in 2010/11.</p>

<p>They are 10 points clear at the top, although Atletico Madrid can trim that lead when they host Athletic Bilbao on Sunday.</p>

<p>Barcelona will now turn their thoughts to the Champions League last 16, first leg against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday, and Valverde said Eibar were ideal opponents ahead of that match.</p>

<p>&quot;Eibar always put you under a lot of pressure, so it was a good test. We really suffered, because they are in great form,&quot; said Valverde.</p>

<p>&quot;It was a very difficult match just as we expected, and we will try and make sure it helps us, although the Champions League is another competition altogether.&quot;</p>

<p>Valverde sent out a strong team, choosing to start Andres Iniesta and leave Philippe Coutinho on the bench, despite the Brazilian being ineligible for the Champions League. Coutinho replaced Iniesta for the final half-hour.</p>

<p>&quot;Last week Coutinho started, and this week it was Iniesta,&quot; Valverde added. &quot;It is true that we have another match on Tuesday, but for me the important thing was today (Saturday).&quot;</p>

<p>Barca went ahead in the 16th minute, Messi&#39;s superb pass releasing Suarez, who rounded goalkeeper Marco Dmitrovic to score.</p>

<p>The visitors had a couple of let-offs in the first half, with Sergio Busquets lucky not to concede a penalty as he pulled back Kike Garcia in the box. Orellana then hit the bar with a fine strike.</p>

<p>However, the Chilean was sent off midway through the second half and Barca took advantage of the extra man in the 88th minute. Messi, who hit the post in the first half, was denied by Dmitrovic, but the ball fell for Alba to score.</p>

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Barcelona is 10 points clear at the top in LaLiga and will face Chelsea in the first leg of Champions League

Luis Suarez and Jordi Alba were on target as Barcelona saw off Eibar 2-0 on Saturday to continue their unbeaten record in La Liga and extend their lead at the top of the table. Lionel Messi had a hand in both goals against an Eibar side who finished the match at tiny Ipurua with 10 men after the second-half sending-off of Fabian Orellana. It was not a comfortable afternoon for Ernesto Valverde's men in the rain in the Basque Country, but Barca is still unbeaten 24 games into the league campaign, and have now gone 31 La Liga matches undefeated in total to match their record run under Pep Guardiola in 2010/11. They are 10 points clear at the top, although Atletico Madrid can trim that lead when they host Athletic Bilbao on Sunday. Barcelona will now turn their thoughts to the Champions League last 16, first leg against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday, and Valverde said Eibar were ideal opponents ahead of that match. "Eibar always put you under a lot of pressure, so it was a good test. We really suffered, because they are in great form," said Valverde. "It was a very difficult match just as we expected, and we will try and make sure it helps us, although the Champions League is another competition altogether." Valverde sent out a strong team, choosing to start Andres Iniesta and leave Philippe Coutinho on the bench, despite the Brazilian being ineligible for the Champions League. Coutinho replaced Iniesta for the final half-hour. "Last week Coutinho started, and this week it was Iniesta," Valverde added. "It is true that we have another match on Tuesday, but for me the important thing was today (Saturday)." Barca went ahead in the 16th minute, Messi's superb pass releasing Suarez, who rounded goalkeeper Marco Dmitrovic to score. The visitors had a couple of let-offs in the first half, with Sergio Busquets lucky not to concede a penalty as he pulled back Kike Garcia in the box. Orellana then hit the bar with a fine strike. However, the Chilean was sent off midway through the second half and Barca took advantage of the extra man in the 88th minute. Messi, who hit the post in the first half, was denied by Dmitrovic, but the ball fell for Alba to score. ???? FINAL WHISTLE IN IPURUA! ⚽ #EibarBarça ???? @LuisSuarez9, @JordiAlba ???????? #ForçaBarça pic.twitter.com/PEx37uc1Jv — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) February 17, 2018 ×

Suarez and Alba help Barcelona to continue unbeaten run

<p>Neymar&#39;s father took on to social to vent his anger over the worldwide criticism of his son and Brazilian star&nbsp;footballer Neymar Jr.</p>

<p>He shared a post on the photosharing website Instagram and called the critics as &quot;people with vulture behaviour.&quot;</p>

<p>Neymar was&nbsp;transferred&nbsp;last summer to Qatar-backed Paris Saint-Germain for a world record 222 million euros.</p>

<p>His performance for PSG has been below the average till date since his arrival in the squad.</p>

<p>Recently he failed to score in the first leg of Champions League match against Real Madrid where PSG lost to Real Madrid 1-3 t St. Bernabeu.</p>

<p>A lot was expected of the terrific trio&nbsp;Neymar, Kylian Mbappe &amp; Edinson Cavani, especially Neymar but he disappointed the fans as the fans and followers were hoping to win the contest and forget the 6-1 humiliation they suffered in Barcelona at the same stage of last year&#39;s Champions League.</p>

<p>Neymar&#39;s father&nbsp;Neymar Santos Sr. expressed his anger on social media to defend&nbsp;his son.</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BfOrwM1HIZ3/" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">Em uma &quot;guerra&quot; h&aacute; os que se alimentam de vit&oacute;rias e h&aacute; os que, como os abutres, se alimentam da carni&ccedil;a dos derrotados. Nada fazem, nada produzem, vivem do brilho ou, com mais frequencia, de momentos dif&iacute;ceis de suas &quot;presas&quot;. No universo do futebol conhecemos muitas pessoas com &quot;comportamento de abutre&quot;. Por vezes se aproveitam de um microfone forte, de uma carreira de &quot;jogador&quot; (n&atilde;o d&aacute; para chamarmos de &quot;atleta&quot; algu&eacute;m com comportamentos no m&iacute;nimo question&aacute;veis fora dos gramados) sem muito brilho, sempre a sombra de outros mais talentosos, para destilar suas frustra&ccedil;&otilde;es. Aproveitam uma derrota, uma BATALHA perdida, para ficarem a espreita, aguardando a derrota na guerra, para alimentarem seus egos, como os abutres se alimentam de carni&ccedil;a. N&atilde;o conseguiram nas Olimp&iacute;adas do Rio, mas ficaram ali, aguardando a primeira oportunidade, para trazer seu mau agouro. Mas lembrem-se: Perdemos uma batalha, n&atilde;o a guerra. A guerra de meu filho ele &quot;pratica&quot; desde muito jovem, sempre praticando o bom combate, sempre escapando dos abutres, sempre renascendo ainda mais forte !! E, principalmente, respeitando a todos, at&eacute; mesmo os abutres... Perdemos uma batalha, quanto a guerra, veremos, porque ela durar&aacute; enquanto ele estiver nos gramados. E tenham certeza... como uma f&ecirc;nix ele renascer&aacute;, preparado para quantos combates vierem pela frente! Quanto a voc&ecirc;, abutre, ficar&aacute; com fome. E restar&aacute; engolir suas palavras, t&atilde;o podres quanto a carni&ccedil;a. . @neymarjr @rafaella @jotaamancio @davilucca @nadine.goncalves</a></p>

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<p>He said, &quot;In a &quot;war&quot; there are those who feed on victories and there are those who, like vultures, feed on the carrion of the defeated. They do nothing, they produce nothing, they live from the brilliance or, more often, from the difficult moments of their &quot;prey&quot;.</p>

<p>He referred the people who are slamming Neymar&#39;s for his performance as vulture behaviour&nbsp;he said, &quot;In the world of football, we know many people with &quot;vulture behaviour&quot;. Sometimes they take advantage of a strong microphone, a &quot;player&quot; career (we cannot call &quot;athlete&quot; someone with at least questionable behaviours of the lawns) without much brilliance, always the shadow of other more talented, to distil their frustrations.&quot;</p>

<p>&quot;They take advantage of a defeat, a lost BATTLE, to lurk, waiting for defeat in the war, to feed their egos, as the vultures feed on carrion. They did not make it to the Rio Olympics, but they stayed there, waiting for the first opportunity, to bring their bad omen.&quot;</p>

<p>&quot;But remember: We lost a battle, not war. The war of my son he &quot;practices&quot; from very young, always practising the good fight, always escaping from the vultures, always reborn even stronger! And, especially, respecting everyone, even the vultures ...We&#39;ve lost a battle, about war, we&#39;ll see because it will last as long as it&#39;s on the grass.</p>

<p>And be sure ... like a phoenix, he will be reborn, prepared for all the fighting ahead! As for you, vulture, you will be hungry. And there will be nothing left to swallow his words, as rotten as carrion,&quot; he further added.</p>

<p><em>Disclaimer: Quotes are translated from Portuguese.</em></p>

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Neymar Santos Sr. expressed his anger on social media to defend his son and called the backbiters as 'people with vulture behaviour'

Neymar's father took on to social to vent his anger over the worldwide criticism of his son and Brazilian star footballer Neymar Jr. He shared a post on the photosharing website Instagram and called the critics as "people with vulture behaviour." Neymar was transferred last summer to Qatar-backed Paris Saint-Germain for a world record 222 million euros. His performance for PSG has been below the average till date since his arrival in the squad. Recently he failed to score in the first leg of Champions League match against Real Madrid where PSG lost to Real Madrid 1-3 t St. Bernabeu. A lot was expected of the terrific trio Neymar, Kylian Mbappe & Edinson Cavani, especially Neymar but he disappointed the fans as the fans and followers were hoping to win the contest and forget the 6-1 humiliation they suffered in Barcelona at the same stage of last year's Champions League. Neymar's father Neymar Santos Sr. expressed his anger on social media to defend his son. Em uma "guerra" há os que se alimentam de vitórias e há os que, como os abutres, se alimentam da carniça dos derrotados. Nada fazem, nada produzem, vivem do brilho ou, com mais frequencia, de momentos difíceis de suas "presas". No universo do futebol conhecemos muitas pessoas com "comportamento de abutre". Por vezes se aproveitam de um microfone forte, de uma carreira de "jogador" (não dá para chamarmos de "atleta" alguém com comportamentos no mínimo questionáveis fora dos gramados) sem muito brilho, sempre a sombra de outros mais talentosos, para destilar suas frustrações. Aproveitam uma derrota, uma BATALHA perdida, para ficarem a espreita, aguardando a derrota na guerra, para alimentarem seus egos, como os abutres se alimentam de carniça. Não conseguiram nas Olimpíadas do Rio, mas ficaram ali, aguardando a primeira oportunidade, para trazer seu mau agouro. Mas lembrem-se: Perdemos uma batalha, não a guerra. A guerra de meu filho ele "pratica" desde muito jovem, sempre praticando o bom combate, sempre escapando dos abutres, sempre renascendo ainda mais forte !! E, principalmente, respeitando a todos, até mesmo os abutres... Perdemos uma batalha, quanto a guerra, veremos, porque ela durará enquanto ele estiver nos gramados. E tenham certeza... como uma fênix ele renascerá, preparado para quantos combates vierem pela frente! Quanto a você, abutre, ficará com fome. E restará engolir suas palavras, tão podres quanto a carniça. . @neymarjr @rafaella @jotaamancio @davilucca @nadine.goncalves A post shared by Neymar Pai (@neymarpai_) on Feb 15, 2018 at 11:41am PST × He said, "In a "war" there are those who feed on victories and there are those who, like vultures, feed on the carrion of the defeated. They do nothing, they produce nothing, they live from the brilliance or, more often, from the difficult moments of their "prey". He referred the people who are slamming Neymar's for his performance as vulture behaviour he said, "In the world of football, we know many people with "vulture behaviour". Sometimes they take advantage of a strong microphone, a "player" career (we cannot call "athlete" someone with at least questionable behaviours of the lawns) without much brilliance, always the shadow of other more talented, to distil their frustrations." "They take advantage of a defeat, a lost BATTLE, to lurk, waiting for defeat in the war, to feed their egos, as the vultures feed on carrion. They did not make it to the Rio Olympics, but they stayed there, waiting for the first opportunity, to bring their bad omen." "But remember: We lost a battle, not war. The war of my son he "practices" from very young, always practising the good fight, always escaping from the vultures, always reborn even stronger! And, especially, respecting everyone, even the vultures ...We've lost a battle, about war, we'll see because it will last as long as it's on the grass. And be sure ... like a phoenix, he will be reborn, prepared for all the fighting ahead! As for you, vulture, you will be hungry. And there will be nothing left to swallow his words, as rotten as carrion," he further added. Disclaimer: Quotes are translated from Portuguese.

Neymar's father defends son, refers critics as 'vultures'

<p>When the whole world is celebrating valentines day, football fanatics will definitely ditch their dates as it is Champions League night.</p>

<p>Now, if the boy chooses to watch this clash over his girl then he might get dumped by his girlfriend.</p>

<p>But this football match is worth that, believe me, there is no way to miss the Neymar-Ronaldo rivalry tonight as it is impossible not to&nbsp;see this tie as a confrontation between the global superstars on each side in Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar.</p>

<p>The biggest clash of 2018 till now is set to start. Real Madrid vs Paris Saint Germain and Liverpool vs Porto.</p>

<p><strong>Real Madrid vs Paris Saint Germain</strong></p>

<p>Champions league is back and Zinedine Zidane is hoping the Champions League will again bring out the best in Real Madrid.</p>

<p>The defending champions are set to face the formidable Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday&#39;s last 16, first leg.</p>

<p>Although, Real Madrid are floundering in La Liga this season, sitting in fourth place, 17 points adrift of leaders Barcelona.</p>

<p>The current performance has even called into question Zidane&#39;s future as coach. Zidane has been going through the toughest period of his short managerial career.</p>

<p>On the other hand, PSG will look forward to winning the contest with a revenge hypothesis as they will never forget the 6-1 humiliation they suffered in Barcelona at the same stage of last year&#39;s Champions League.</p>

<p>PSG fans are hoping there can be no repeat of such an embarrassing defeat, especially with Neymar -- who masterminded that Barcelona comeback -- now in their ranks.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Kylian Mbapp&eacute;, Edinson Cavani &amp; Neymar have scored 16 of Paris&#39; 25 goals in the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UCL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UCL</a> this season...<br />
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<p>Real Madrid 1 PSG 0 - 2015/16 Champions League group stage</p>

<p>PSG 0 Real Madrid 0 - 2015/16 Champions League group stage</p>

<p>PSG 1 Real Madrid 1 - 1993/94 UEFA Cup Winners&#39; Cup quarter-final second leg</p>

<p>Real Madrid 0 PSG 1 - 1993/94 UEFA Cup Winners&#39; Cup quarter-final first leg</p>

<p>PSG 4 Real Madrid 1 - 1992/93 UEFA Cup quarter-final second leg</p>

<p>Real Madrid 3 PSG 1 - 1992/93 UEFA Cup quarter-final first leg</p>

<p>As many as 1,800 police officers will be on duty to look out for trouble on what has been classified a &quot;high risk&quot; occasion.</p>

<p><strong>Liverpool vs FC Porto</strong></p>

<p>Also, Liverpool will face FC Porto in the&nbsp;first leg of an intriguing Champions League knockout on&nbsp;Wednesday&nbsp;at the Estadio do Dragao, Portugal.</p>

<p>Porto had never won against Liverpool in the previous four Champions League clashes and they are looking forward to create history tonight.</p>

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<p><strong>Previous meetings:</strong></p>

<p>Liverpool 4 Porto 1 - 2007/08 Champions League group stage</p>

<p>Porto 1 Liverpool 1 - 2007/08 Champions League group stage</p>

<p>Liverpool 2 Porto 0 - 2000/01 UEFA Cup quarter-final second leg</p>

<p>Porto 0 Liverpool 0 - 2000/01 UEFA Cup quarter-final first leg</p>

<p>Porto is currently standing at number two in the Group G behind Besiktas and Liverpool are winners of Group E ahead of Sevilla.</p>

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Liverpool will face FC Porto and Real Madrid will face Paris Saint Germain in the first leg of Champions League

When the whole world is celebrating valentines day, football fanatics will definitely ditch their dates as it is Champions League night. Now, if the boy chooses to watch this clash over his girl then he might get dumped by his girlfriend. But this football match is worth that, believe me, there is no way to miss the Neymar-Ronaldo rivalry tonight as it is impossible not to see this tie as a confrontation between the global superstars on each side in Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar. The biggest clash of 2018 till now is set to start. Real Madrid vs Paris Saint Germain and Liverpool vs Porto. Real Madrid vs Paris Saint Germain Champions league is back and Zinedine Zidane is hoping the Champions League will again bring out the best in Real Madrid. The defending champions are set to face the formidable Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday's last 16, first leg. Although, Real Madrid are floundering in La Liga this season, sitting in fourth place, 17 points adrift of leaders Barcelona. The current performance has even called into question Zidane's future as coach. Zidane has been going through the toughest period of his short managerial career. On the other hand, PSG will look forward to winning the contest with a revenge hypothesis as they will never forget the 6-1 humiliation they suffered in Barcelona at the same stage of last year's Champions League. PSG fans are hoping there can be no repeat of such an embarrassing defeat, especially with Neymar -- who masterminded that Barcelona comeback -- now in their ranks. Kylian Mbappé, Edinson Cavani & Neymar have scored 16 of Paris' 25 goals in the #UCL this season... Best trio in the competition? ???????????? pic.twitter.com/poIkc5dn5t — UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) February 14, 2018 × Real Madrid 1 PSG 0 - 2015/16 Champions League group stage PSG 0 Real Madrid 0 - 2015/16 Champions League group stage PSG 1 Real Madrid 1 - 1993/94 UEFA Cup Winners' Cup quarter-final second leg Real Madrid 0 PSG 1 - 1993/94 UEFA Cup Winners' Cup quarter-final first leg PSG 4 Real Madrid 1 - 1992/93 UEFA Cup quarter-final second leg Real Madrid 3 PSG 1 - 1992/93 UEFA Cup quarter-final first leg As many as 1,800 police officers will be on duty to look out for trouble on what has been classified a "high risk" occasion. Liverpool vs FC Porto Also, Liverpool will face FC Porto in the first leg of an intriguing Champions League knockout on Wednesday at the Estadio do Dragao, Portugal. Porto had never won against Liverpool in the previous four Champions League clashes and they are looking forward to create history tonight. Manchester City have now won 34 games in all competitions this season. ???????????? 2017/18 #UCL favourites? ???? pic.twitter.com/bgSGQmyD76 — UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) February 13, 2018 × Previous meetings: Liverpool 4 Porto 1 - 2007/08 Champions League group stage Porto 1 Liverpool 1 - 2007/08 Champions League group stage Liverpool 2 Porto 0 - 2000/01 UEFA Cup quarter-final second leg Porto 0 Liverpool 0 - 2000/01 UEFA Cup quarter-final first leg Porto is currently standing at number two in the Group G behind Besiktas and Liverpool are winners of Group E ahead of Sevilla.

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