Real Madrid pulled off a thrilling comeback against Borussia Dortmund in a Champions League final rematch, with Vinicius Junior’s spectacular hat-trick leading the charge. Madrid fought back from behind to claim a 5-3 victory, showcasing their resilience and brilliance in front of goal after a shaky start. This comeback win cements their dominance in Europe as they continue to push for the top.
Girona Secure First-Ever Champions League Victory
In a historic moment, Girona secured their first Champions League win, defeating Slovan Bratislava 2-0. After losing their first two group-stage matches, Girona bounced back with this crucial victory, marking a major milestone for the Spanish club in their European journey.
Arsenal and Aston Villa Celebrate Wins, PSG Salvage a Draw
Arsenal edged out a competitive Shakhtar Donetsk with a narrow 1-0 victory, keeping the Gunners on track in the Champions League. Despite a misfiring attack, they managed to secure the win, with Mikel Arteta’s side displaying their defensive discipline.
Meanwhile, Aston Villa continued their fine form, defeating Bologna to climb to the top of the table. Jhon Durán remains in sensational form, scoring 8 goals in 10 games, further complicating Unai Emery’s squad selection with his consistent performances.
In a challenging contest, PSG salvaged a 1-1 draw against a determined Dutch side. Achraf Hakimi’s late goal rescued a point for the French champions after they suffered a loss away to Arsenal on matchday 2.
Tuesday 22nd August Champions League Result
| AS Monaco 5-1 Red Star Belgrade |
| Arsenal 1-0 Shakhtar Donetsk |
| Aston Villa 2-0 Bologna |
| Girona 2-0 Slovan Bratislava |
| Juventus 0-1 Stuttgart |
| Paris Saint-Germain 1-1 PSV Eindhoven |
| Real Madrid 5-2 Borussia Dortmund |
| Sturm Graz 0-2 Sporting CP |
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