Playing today
Aston Villa vs Paris SG
Champions League | Tue 15 Apr 2025 | 19:00 UTC
Aston Villa's momentum in the Champions League, built on a three-game winning streak, was abruptly halted by a 3-1 loss in Paris.
Now, the Villans face a crucial test of character as they strive to overcome a two-goal disadvantage to progress to the semi-finals. Their European form at Villa Park offers encouragement, with four wins in five Champions League home ties and an impressive four clean sheets.
However, Paris SG present a formidable obstacle. After navigating a tricky start to their Champions League journey, losing three of their four matches in October and November, PSG have since become a force on their travels, securing victory in their last four away fixtures in the competition.
Dortmund vs FC Barcelona
Champions League | Tue 15 Apr 2025 | 19:00 UTC
Borussia Dortmund's five-game unbeaten streak in the Champions League came crashing to an end with a heavy 4-0 defeat in Barcelona, leaving them with a daunting four-goal deficit to overcome.
FC Barcelona, who boast an impressive record of nine wins in their last ten Champions League matches (including a 3-2 victory in Dortmund earlier in the campaign), are also dominating domestically, having won ten of their last eleven La Liga games and remain firmly in the hunt for a treble.
The challenge facing Dortmund is immense, requiring a monumental effort in front of their renowned vibrant home crowd.
Playing tomorrow
Real Madrid vs Arsenal
Champions League | Wed 16 Apr 2025 | 19:00 UTC
Real Madrid faces a herculean task, needing to overturn a 3-0 deficit against Arsenal in the Champions League quarter-final second leg at the Bernabéu.
Despite the historical improbability of such a comeback, the 14-time champions, still eyeing a treble, cannot be discounted. However, their European campaign has been inconsistent (8 wins, 5 losses) with a leaky defence (one clean sheet in 13 games).
Arsenal arrives in Spain with a commanding three-goal lead and aspirations for their first semi-final in 16 years. Their strength lies in a formidable defence, the best domestically and conceding just 6 Champions League goals. Historically, they are unbeaten against Real Madrid, keeping clean sheets in all three prior meetings.
Tonight's battle contrasts Real Madrid's attacking threat with Arsenal's defensive solidity. While the large first-leg advantage favours Arsenal, Real Madrid's reputation for comebacks demands attention.
The Bernabéu awaits a potentially unforgettable night as Arsenal aims to secure their semi-final berth, and Real Madrid seeks an improbable resurgence.
Inter Milan vs FC Bayern
Champions League | Wed 16 Apr 2025 | 19:00 UTC
Inter Milan hosts Bayern Munich in a crucial Champions League quarter-final second leg, holding a 2-1 advantage from their victory in Munich. Inter boasts an impressive European campaign with 9 wins in 11 games and only 3 goals conceded. Only Man City (0-0 draw) and Leverkusen (late goal) have denied them victory.
Serie A leaders Inter aim for a potential treble, motivated to overcome a poor home record against Bayern, having lost their last three European home ties without scoring.
Bayern faces a tough but not impossible task, trailing by one goal. Despite a recent Bundesliga draw against Dortmund, their strong Champions League away form (two consecutive knockout wins) offers hope.
They'll need to breach Inter's solid defense to keep their European aspirations alive and replicate their historical success in Milan. The San Siro is set for a tense battle as Inter seeks to capitalize on their lead and Bayern fights to overturn the deficit and reach the semi-finals.
Played yesterday
Bournemouth 1 - 0 Fulham
Premier League | Mon 14 Apr 2025 | 19:00 UTC
Domination Index: 60/40
Antoine Semenyo's early strike in the first minute proved the difference as Bournemouth secured a 1-0 home victory, ending their streak of four consecutive league defeats at the Vitality Stadium. This win pulls Bournemouth level on points with Fulham, both sides with European ambitions.
For the visitors, this marks their third successive away loss in the Premier League. Fulham's recent form has been inconsistent, a stark contrast to their earlier run of six draws in seven games, as they now find themselves in a sequence of twelve league matches without a stalemate.
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