In a thrilling Thursday night match, Monaco made a triumphant return to the Champions League after a five-year hiatus, defeating Barcelona 2-1.
The Ligue 1 side’s victory was fueled by Maghnes Akilouche’s goal, scored after Barcelona’s Eric Garcia received a red card, reducing the team to 10 men.
The Catalans equalized through Lamine Yamal, but George Ilenikhena sealed the win for Monaco with his decisive goal. This stunning upset marked a remarkable comeback for Monaco, demonstrating their determination to make a lasting impact in the competition.
*Other Champions League Highlights*
– Atalanta and Arsenal played to a 0-0 draw in Bergamo, with Arsenal’s goalkeeper David Raya making a stunning double save from a penalty.
– Atletico Madrid secured a 2-1 win over RB Leipzig.
– Bayer Leverkusen dominated Feyernood 4-0 in the Netherlands.
These matches set the stage for an exciting Champions League season, filled with unexpected victories and nail-biting matches. For the latest updates, fixtures, and results, visit (link unavailable) or Sky Sports ² ¹.
