Champions League Play-off Round Analysis

The Champions League play-off round is underway, with teams like Paris Saint-Germain facing rivals and others entering earlier than expected.

17 Feb, 07:03 — 17 Feb, 07:40

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Why this matters

The Champions League play-off round is a critical stage in Europe's premier club football competition, determining which teams advance to the next phase. For some of Europe's top clubs, participating in this early knockout round is an unexpected challenge, highlighting the intense competition and the high stakes involved in securing a spot in the later stages. Matches like Real Madrid vs. Benfica exemplify the immediate pressures, including potential player suspensions, that can impact a team's progression.

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Real MadridFootball Club SL BenficaFootball Club UEFA Champions LeagueFootball Competition Estadio da LuzStadium

Coverage Timeline

First report: BBC · 17 Feb, 07:03|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 37m|Window: 37m

BBC17 Feb, 07:03First to report

Is facing a Champions League play-off really that bad?

Yahoo17 Feb, 07:40Latest update

Three Real Madrid stars at risk of suspension heading into Benfica clash

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Yahoo5d ago

Three Real Madrid stars at risk of suspension heading into Benfica clash

Real Madrid take on SL Benfica later tonight in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League knockout playoff round away at Estadio da Luz.While the Merengues have momentum on their side, having beate...

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BBC5d ago