In the Champions League match that concluded on January 22nd, Beijing time, Bologna pulled off a surprising victory over Borussia Dortmund at home. Girassi scored first for Dortmund, while Darinjia and Ilin's goals helped Bologna turn the game around. Bologna secured their first win of the season in the Champions League, their second in history, but unfortunately were eliminated. Meanwhile, the Yellow Bees of Dortmund are facing serious challenges. Dortmund made a mistake by trusting Sahin and letting go of their defensive core for free, now suffering four consecutive losses and ranking 13th in the Champions League. In the 15th minute of the game, Bologna player Holm committed a foul, and Girassi converted the penalty with a Panenka-style chip shot, giving Dortmund the lead away from home. In the 71st minute, Bologna executed a fine combination play, with a long pass from the backline piercing through Dortmund's defense. Jens Odegaard crossed the ball to the front of the goal, and Darinjia pounced to equalize the score. Bologna pressed their advantage, and just one minute later, Ilin scored the decisive goal with a rebound. Bologna had 17 shots in this game, while Dortmund only managed three attempts on goal; it would have been strange if Dortmund had won. After changing coaches, Dortmund has struggled under Sahin's leadership this season, with a record of 12 wins, 4 draws, and 10 losses, a win rate of 46.1%. They have lost their last four matches and currently sit 13th in the Champions League and 10th in the Bundesliga. Last season, Dortmund finished as runners-up…

The Champions League is quite lively, and it has now reached the seventh round of competition. As everyone knows, the Champions League is different from the league in that most teams participating are not to be underestimated. Therefore, as the competition progresses into the seventh round, the points table has been updated, which is worth noting. The latest situation of the Champions League points sees two teams having already sealed their fate, with only six direct qualification spots remaining, leaving Real Madrid and Manchester City's fate somewhat dependent on others. (Points as of January 22nd) We should know that some teams have already completed their matches in the seventh round. So, what does the points table look like now? If we talk about the top two teams in the direct promotion zone, Liverpool and Barcelona, after winning in the seventh round, Liverpool has accumulated 21 points, while Barcelona has 18 points. These two teams have already determined their fate, securing two direct promotion spots. Liverpool currently has a perfect record of seven wins, while Barcelona has six wins and one loss, with both teams holding a clear advantage. Liverpool and Barcelona have already secured two spots, meaning there are only six direct promotion spots left. These six spots will be contested by the remaining teams. After winning in the seventh round, Atletico Madrid's points have reached 15, temporarily ranking third in the points table. However, since Atletico played first, their third place is not stable. Overall, Atletico has taken an initial position, allowing them to take the initiative, but we'll…

During his tenure of over two years at Manchester United, Ten Hag's record did not meet the expectations placed upon him. The team remained in a mediocre position, and after the start of the new season, they plummeted to the bottom, leading to the management's decision to let him go. However, it appears that Ten Hag may soon find employment again, as last season's UEFA Champions League runner-up and Bundesliga powerhouse Borussia Dortmund has had an underwhelming season so far. They are keen on inviting Ten Hag to coach their team. Renowned journalist Chris Wheeler from the Daily Mail reported: "Ten Hag is likely to take over the team quickly after Borussia Dortmund's UEFA Champions League match this week. Upon taking charge of Dortmund, he will also make arrangements for his coaching staff, and he hopes that Dortmund can acquire his former player Rashford from his time at Manchester United." This news came as quite a surprise, as during his time at Manchester United, Ten Hag's relationship with Rashford was only average, and there were even rumors of him benching the "Prince of Manchester." Last season, Ten Hag fined Rashford for going to a nightclub instead of attending training with Manchester United. Therefore, it is somewhat perplexing that Ten Hag now wants to borrow Rashford to join Dortmund. Nonetheless, the reunion of these two former Manchester United figures in the Bundesliga could be a highly discussed topic. Both have the capability to achieve good results in the Bundesliga and potentially improve their reputations.

Paris Saint-Germain is a team from Ligue 1, which has dominated the league since the 2012-2013 season. In the past 12 years, they have won the Ligue 1 title 10 times and finished as runners-up twice. Last season, they secured the league championship early and achieved a three-peat. After 18 rounds of matches this season, Paris Saint-Germain has an undefeated record of 14 wins and 4 draws, accumulating 46 points and still ranking first, including 8 wins and 1 draw in 9 home games. In the first six rounds of the Champions League group stage, Paris Saint-Germain achieved 2 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses, accumulating 7 points and ranking 25th, one point behind the playoff spot. After winning their first home game against Girona, they went on a four-game winless streak before securing a 3-0 victory away at Salzburg in the last round. Manchester City is a team from the Premier League. Last season, they topped the league with 91 points, achieving a four-peat in the Premier League. After 22 rounds of matches this season, Manchester City has a record of 11 wins, 5 draws, and 6 losses, accumulating 38 points and temporarily ranking fifth, falling back four places and trailing the top by 12 points. Among these, they have a record of 5 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses in 12 away games. In the last round, they won 6-0 away at Ipswich, maintaining an unbeaten record of 2 wins and 1 draw in their last three away games. In the first six rounds of the Champions League…

"88th-minute winner, 2-1 comeback, Manchester United's divine intervention, substitute scores twice, Europa League 3 consecutive wins" Hey, fellow football fans, how are you all doing? Today, we've got to talk about an exhilarating and thrilling football match - the sixth round of the 2024 Europa League group stage, where Manchester United faced off against Viktoria Plzeň! This wasn't just any ordinary match. It was a dramatic "comeback victory" that unfolded right in Viktoria Plzeň's home turf, leaving us all awestruck and applauding! On that day, us night owl football enthusiasts were eagerly waiting in front of our screens, ready to witness this grand spectacle. Manchester United, a powerhouse in the Premier League with remarkable strength; while Viktoria Plzeň, though not as well-known, was also a formidable opponent at home, not to be underestimated. From the start of the first half, Manchester United unleashed their full power, dominating possession with a staggering 71%, making them the undisputed rulers of the pitch. However, the ball just wouldn't go in, causing us to anxiously wait. Viktoria Plzeň, on the other hand, had fewer shots but each one posed a significant threat, with 1 out of 8 shots on target, unfortunately, they couldn't capitalize on the opportunities. Thus, both sides ended the first half in a 0-0 draw, a scene that left us all feeling satisfied yet slightly regretful. As the second half began, the situation changed dramatically! Manchester United's goalkeeper, Onana, made a fatal mistake, accidentally losing the ball, which was seized upon by Viktoria Plzeň's Vídra, who scored with a powerful shot!…

Champions League Qualification Analysis: 26 Teams Compete for 24 Spots, Real Madrid Steady, Manchester City and Paris at Risk of Elimination What a joke! Real Madrid, Manchester City, and Paris Saint-Germain, these eye-catching giants, actually crashed in the Champions League group stage? Who wrote this script, come out and take your beating! The new format has turned it into a "battle of the gods," with 36 teams fighting each other. The top eight in points advance directly, while those from 9th to 24th have to go through another round of playoffs, and the rest can only go home and call it a night. It's really exciting, but isn't this too cruel? The group stage is like a battleground, leaving the giants trembling! The leaderboard is now in chaos, with teams above 14 points naturally as stable as old dogs, but those between 7 and 13 points live in constant fear every day. 13 points are like a fig leaf, covering up the embarrassing situation of most teams. After all, Paris and Stuttgart still have to fight it out. If both of them win, then the teams below 13 points will really be crying in the bathroom. Real Madrid, the defending champion? Stop joking! They've lost three out of six games and only have 9 points now, losing face completely. In the last two rounds, they face Salzburg and Brest, which doesn't seem difficult, but given Real Madrid's recent unpredictable form, who knows what might happen? They might really end up turning "the return of the king" into "the king goes…

Wednesday 002 Champions League: Leipzig vs Lisbon Leipzig Red Bull's performance this season has shown a certain degree of ups and downs. Currently, they have achieved 9 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses in the Bundesliga, accumulating 31 points and ranking fifth. Although their overall performance is not stable, the team performs strongly at home, with a record of 5 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss, showing a strong ability to play at home. However, the team's performance in the Champions League is disappointing, having lost all six matches so far, scoring only 6 goals but conceding 13, becoming the only team in the top five leagues to lose all their Champions League matches. Recently, Leipzig Red Bull's state has also faced challenges. In the past two rounds, they first lost 1-2 away to Stuttgart, and then were held to a 3-3 draw by Bochum after leading by three goals, exposing problems in defense and match concentration. In addition, the team is currently plagued by injuries, with key central defenders Lukas Klostermann and Nordi Mukiele missing, which has had a significant impact on the defensive line. Sporting Lisbon's performance this season has been outstanding, currently topping the Portuguese league table with a record of 14 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses, demonstrating strong dominance. When playing away, their performance is equally impeccable, achieving 7 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss, with the highest away points in the Portuguese league. In the Champions League, Sporting Lisbon's performance is also remarkable, achieving 3 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses. Although they failed…

The 2024/25 UEFA Champions League has undergone a format change, with top European clubs battling for qualification. At 4 AM Beijing time on January 23rd, Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain will host Premier League champions Manchester City in a crucial Group G match. This clash between two Qatari and Abu Dhabi-backed giants is pivotal for both teams' hopes of advancing to the knockout stages, as the loser risks elimination. Due to broadcasting rights, CCTV's sports channel, CCTV5, will not air this highly anticipated match. Paris Saint-Germain, managed by Enrique, boasts an €874 million squad featuring stars such as Asensio, Dembele, Muani, Lee Kang-in, Balko, Vitiña, Marquinhos, Emery, and Hakimi. Meanwhile, Guardiola's Manchester City has a staggering €1.26 billion lineup, including Haaland, De Bruyne, Foden, Doku, Bernardo Silva, Rodri, Gundogan, Savic, Dias, Ake, and Ederson. The combined value of both teams amounts to an astonishing 16.2 billion RMB. Despite being last season's domestic league champions, both teams face different challenges in their respective leagues this term. PSG has remained unbeaten in their last nine matches across all competitions, sitting atop Ligue 1 with 46 points from 14 wins and four draws, comfortably ahead of second-placed Marseille by nine points. Conversely, City's Premier League campaign has been underwhelming; they currently languish in fifth place after a prolonged slump, effectively out of the title race. In the Champions League, both teams have struggled. PSG started well with a win over Girona but then went four games without victory until their recent triumph at Red Bull Salzburg, which kept their qualification hopes alive. They…

The Champions League is quite lively, and it has now reached the seventh round of competition. As everyone knows, the Champions League is different from the league in that most teams that can participate in the Champions League are not to be underestimated. Therefore, as the competition progresses to the seventh round, some updates to the leaderboard are worth noting. The latest situation with the Champions League points sees two teams having already secured their positions, leaving only six direct qualification spots remaining, with Real Madrid and Manchester City's fate depending on others. (Points updated as of January 22nd) We should know that some teams have already completed their matches in the seventh round. So what does the leaderboard look like now? If we talk about the top two teams in the direct promotion zone, Liverpool and Barcelona, after winning in the seventh round, Liverpool has 21 points, while Barcelona has 18 points. These two teams have already determined their positions, securing two direct promotion spots. Liverpool currently has a perfect record of seven wins, while Barcelona has six wins and one loss, with both teams holding a relatively clear advantage. Liverpool and Barcelona have already reserved two spots, meaning there are only six direct promotion spots left. These six spots will be contested by the remaining teams. After winning in the seventh round, Atletico Madrid's points have reached 15, temporarily ranking third in the leaderboard. However, Atletico Madrid played their match earlier, so their third place is not stable. Overall, Atletico Madrid has taken an initial position, allowing them…

A Thrilling 5-0 Victory! The Dark Horse Rises in the Champions League In the early hours of January 22nd, Beijing time, a match in the seventh round of the Champions League saw Atalanta secure an impressive 5-0 victory over Graz Storm at home. This win has propelled them to 14 points, catapulting them from 13th place to 3rd on the leaderboard, temporarily surpassing teams like Arsenal and Inter Milan, with a promising chance to reach the round of 16. Since the start of this season's Champions League, Atalanta has either drawn or lost against stronger opponents, such as a 0-0 draw with Arsenal and a 2-3 defeat by themselves. However, when facing weaker teams, they have managed to secure significant victories, including a 3-0 win over the miners and a 6-1 triumph over Young Boys Bern. Their performance against Graz Storm was no exception. In the 12th minute, Zapacosta provided an assist, allowing Retegui to easily push the ball into the net, giving Atalanta a 1-0 lead. In the 58th minute, Cuadrado dribbled past defenders before crossing the ball, which was then scored by Pasalic, extending Atalanta's lead to 2-0. In the 63rd minute, Sien assisted De Ketelaere in scoring a low shot, further increasing Atalanta's advantage to 3-0. In the 90th minute, De Ketelaere crossed the ball into the box, where Lukman headed it in with ease, ensuring a 4-0 lead for Atalanta. In the 94th minute, Brechaniini skillfully dribbled past defenders inside the penalty area before shooting the ball into the net, securing a 5-0 victory for Atalanta.…