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October 21st, 2024
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Everything you need to know about Matchday 3 of the 2024-2025 Champions League! 🔥
The show goes on in the Champions League! The third matchday of the group stage promises its share of surprises and twists. As the competition intensifies, discover the most exciting fixtures that await you.
AC Milan - Club Brugge
After a difficult start in the Champions League and already backed against the wall, the Rossoneri host Club Brugge. After two consecutive defeats, the pressure is mounting on Paulo Fonseca. While Milan showed signs of recovery in Leverkusen, a win is sorely needed.
As for Club Brugge, they arrive with confidence after their victory against Sturm Graz. This match promises to be a turning point in both teams' European campaigns.
Real Madrid - Borussia Dortmund
The two finalists of last season’s Champions League, Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund, meet again on October 22, 2024, in what promises to be an explosive encounter. While Dortmund bounced back with a dazzling win against Celtic Glasgow, Real stumbled unexpectedly against Lille.
The Borussians, eager for revenge after their defeat in the final, will aim to confirm their good form and take a step toward qualification. Meanwhile, the Madrid side, wounded in pride, will look to get back on track and show they remain a European powerhouse.
FC Barcelona - FC Bayern Munich
Barça faces its tormentor, Bayern Munchen: A new chapter is written in the history of this European rivalry. FC Barcelona, reinvigorated after their victory on matchday two, will take on Bayern Munich, their nemesis in recent seasons.
The Bavarians, unbeaten against the Catalans in the Champions League for several years, will look to extend their streak. On the other hand, the Blaugrana, under the guidance of Hansi Flick, hope to finally get their revenge.
RB Leipzig - Liverpool FC
Leipzig against the Reds of Liverpool: a clash of styles? Tonight, two footballing philosophies will face off. On one side, Liverpool, with their intense pressing and fast transitions; on the other, Red Bull Leipzig, who favor a more composed and technical approach. The Reds, rich in European experience, will try to dictate the tempo. However, the Germans, despite their early-season struggles, could spring a surprise at home.