The group stage of the UEFA Champions League has reached one of the most important stages of the year - the 5th round matches kick off today. Since the tour process has become a stage where the fate of the teams is decided, fans will witness extremely intense and fierce battles. Zamin.uz summarized the most interesting aspects of this day's program.
The program of the day opens with the games of "Ajax" and "Galatasaray"
The matches will begin at 22:45. Ajax will host Portuguese giants Benfica at their home ground in Amsterdam. Meanwhile, Galatasaray will play an important match against the ambitious German team Union at the Ramazan Demir Stadium in Istanbul. For both teams, victory is crucial in maintaining their chance to advance from the group.
The main clash of the round - Chelsea vs. Barcelona
The most anticipated and truly central match of the evening will undoubtedly be the Chelsea vs. Barcelona match, taking place in London. The match kicks off at 01:00. If the Catalan club takes to the field to maintain the group lead, the "aristocrats" are trying not to lose hope for the playoffs. This game can influence the fate of not only the species, but the entire group.
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Starting from 01:00, a series of difficult and hot matches will be held. Manchester City will host one of the Bundesliga leaders, Bayer Leverkusen. In Italy, "Napoli" will test the champion of Azerbaijan, "Karabagh." Juventus will play away against Norway's surprise team, Budø-Glimt.
At the same time, another major clash - the match between Borussia Dortmund and Villarreal - will not leave the fans indifferent.
In France, Marseille will face Newcastle, who are growing stronger on the European stage.
The match between Slavia and Athletic Bilbao could also be included in the playoff bidders' list.
All matches on the first day of the 5th round:
22:45 - Ajax - Benfica
22:45 - Galatasaray - Union
01:00 - Chelsea - Barcelona
01:00 - Manchester City - Bayer Leverkusen
01:00 - "Bude-Glimt" - "Juventus"
01:00 - Napoli - Karabakh
01:00 - Borussia Dortmund - Villarreal
01:00 - Marseille - Newcastle
01:00 - "Slavia" - "Athletic"
Conclusion
This type of Champions League has become a stage where the fate of teams is decided. Who will advance to the playoffs, who will miss the opportunity - the answers to these questions will begin to become clear in today's matches. Another night for fans is coming with strong emotions, high-level football, and unexpected sensations.
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