Champions League preview: What to look out for on Matchday 2 and how to watch
Champions League Matchday 2 Preview #
The Champions League is set to continue with its second round of matches in the new format. Here’s a look at what has happened so far and what to expect in the upcoming fixtures.
Highlights from Matchday 1 #
- Bayern Munich secured a record-breaking 9-2 victory over Dinamo Zagreb.
- Barcelona’s young talent became the second-youngest scorer in Champions League history, but the team lost 2-1 to Monaco.
- Aston Villa marked their return to the competition with a 3-0 win against Young Boys.
- Liverpool defeated AC Milan 3-1 away from home.
- Celtic started strong with a 5-1 win over Slovan Bratislava.
- Manchester City and Arsenal both drew 0-0 against Italian opposition.
- Brest won their Champions League debut 2-1 against Sturm Graz.
Key Matchups for Matchday 2 #
Arsenal vs Paris Saint-Germain #
Arsenal aims to maintain their unbeaten start to the season across all competitions. They’ll need to improve their attacking output after a lackluster performance against Atalanta. PSG, coming off a narrow win against Girona, will be without a key forward due to disciplinary reasons.
Bayer Leverkusen vs AC Milan #
Leverkusen impressed in their opening match, with their young midfielder shining. Milan, despite losing to Liverpool, have found form through their American winger, who has scored in consecutive Champions League appearances.
Borussia Dortmund vs Celtic #
Celtic began their campaign with a strong win but face a tougher challenge against Dortmund. The German side started with a 3-0 victory, showcasing the impact of their substitutes.
Aston Villa vs Bayern Munich #
This match is a repeat of the 1982 European Cup final. Villa’s manager has previous success against Bayern, while the German giants have been in prolific scoring form.
RB Leipzig vs Juventus #
Leipzig suffered a late defeat in their opener but have been strong in domestic competition. Juventus won their first match but have struggled for goals in their league.
The article concludes with a reminder of the upcoming fixtures and their scheduled times.