The Champions League group stage came to an end on Wednesday, summing up a rather eventful set of groups.
Summarizing the contenders remaining in the tournament is rather predictable these days and by extension, not that interesting. Instead, it is likely of greater value to go through some of the bigger surprises from the groups, including the major disappointments that came about in what has been an eventful tournament thus far.
Barcelona and Bayern Munich appear to be the two best soccer clubs in the world right now, but who is better? Vote in our fan poll on who you think has the advantage in the UEFA Champions League.
Cristiano Ronaldo returned to his former self in a performance that was of the highest order as Real Madrid won 4-3 over Shakhtar Donetsk. Not only did the superstar score two goals, but he also created two tallies as well, putting in what is undeniably his finest performance of the season.
Jose Mourinho and Chelsea endured yet another major embarrassment as the team was eliminated from the 2015-16 Football League Cup during a penalty shootout against Stoke City.
It is do or die for Arsenal in the Champions League on Tuesday.
The Gunners were picked to finish second in the Champions League group behind Bayern Munich. Now the team looks like it might not even finish third in the group.
Will the real Cristiano Ronaldo please stand up?
Real Madrid faces a tough test on Wednesday when it visits Swedish club Malmo in its second Champions League tilt of the season.
With Lionel Messi out, Barcelona will have to depend on the South American duo of Neymar and Luis Suarez. Can Barcelona survive, or are they in big trouble?
Real Madrid initiated its Champions League debut with a whopping 4-0 win over Shakhtar Donetsk. It wasn't the prettiest of wins with the team essentially grinding out the game and winning thanks to some fortuitous calls and penalties. Nonetheless, a win is a win and a 4-goal margin is crucial to a team's long term success and mindset.
Here is a look at the numbers from the big game.
The Champions League draw is set. The schedule is also set in coming weeks. Which team is going through to the next round. Here is a group by group breakdown of what is to come.
The Champions League draw took place on Thursday and all the teams are paired up in their respective groups. As usual there were big winners as well as big losers. Here is a rundown of the teams that should be happy and upset with their situation.
