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Benfica 4–2 Real Madrid | 28 January 2026

In an unforgettable night at the Estádio da Luz in Lisbon, Benfica beat Real Madrid 4–2 to end the group stage with a dramatic victory and secure a place in the Champions League playoff round . Goals (Who Scored & When) Real Madrid Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring in the 30th minute with a header to put Madrid ahead 0–1 . Mbappé scored again in the 58th minute to make it 3–2 later in the match. Benfica Andreas Schjelderup equalised in the 36th minute (header) — 1–1 . Vangelis Pavlidis converted a penalty in 45'+5' to make it 2–1 before halftime. Schjelderup scored again in the 54th minute to make it 3–1 . Anatoliy Trubin , Benfica’s goalkeeper , scored a 98th-minute header in stoppage time to seal the win 4–2 . Cards & Red Cards Raúl Asencio (Real Madrid) and Rodrygo (Real Madrid) were sent off late , leaving Real Madrid with nine men by the final whistle. What Happened (In Simple Terms) Real Madrid took the lead thro...

Borussia Dortmund 0–2 Inter Milan | 28 January 2026

Match Summary — Borussia Dortmund 0–2 Inter Milan In a tightly contested Champions League group game at Signal Iduna Park , Inter Milan won 2–0 away against Borussia Dortmund . The match was fairly balanced for much of the night, but Inter broke the deadlock with two late goals to secure the victory. Goals Federico Dimarco (Inter Milan) — scored a free-kick in the 80th minute to put Inter ahead. Andy Diouf (Inter Milan) — added a second in stoppage time (90′+4) to seal the win. Yellow Cards Ramy Bensebaini (Dortmund) received a yellow card. Francesco Acerbi (Inter) also picked up a booking. There were no red cards shown in the game. What Happened Dortmund had chances in the first half but couldn’t convert, and both teams went into halftime 0–0 . Inter Milan grew more threatening in the second half and eventually found a breakthrough with Dimarco’s excellent free-kick. In added time, Diouf finished a counter-attack to make it 2–0. Inter played with composur...

Barcelona 4–1 FC Copenhagen | 28 January 2026

  Barcelona 4 – 1 Copenhagen (Champions League, 28 January 2026, at Camp Nou) Goals (Who Scored & When) FC Copenhagen Viktor Dadason scored early in the 4th minute to shock Barcelona and make it 0–1 . Barcelona Robert Lewandowski equalised in the 48th minute (assist by Lamine Yamal). Lamine Yamal scored in the 60th minute to make it 2–1 . Raphinha scored a penalty in the 69th minute for 3–1 . Marcus Rashford sealed it with a free-kick goal in the 85th minute to make it 4–1 . So Barcelona came from behind to score four unanswered goals in the second half . Yellow Cards Here’s what happened with bookings in the match: Barcelona Lamine Yamal received a yellow card. FC Copenhagen Marcos López was booked. Junnosuke Suzuki got a yellow card. Birger Meling also received a yellow card. Gabriel Pereira was booked in stoppage time. No red cards were shown in this match. Important Match Facts Copenhagen scored first ...

Everton 1–1 Leeds United | 26 January 2026

Everton 1 – 1 Leeds United In a competitive Premier League clash at the Hill Dickinson Stadium , Everton and Leeds played out a 1-1 draw . Leeds took the lead in the 28th minute when James Justin finished well after good attacking play down the flank. Everton struggled in the first half but responded after the break, making tactical changes that improved their performance. In the 76th minute , Thierno Barry scored a smart finish to level the score for Everton — his fourth goal in five games — and ensure both sides shared the points. Everton pushed for a late winner, with a shot hitting the bar, but the match ended 1-1 .

Hellas Verona 1–3 Udinese | 26 Jan 2026

Hellas Verona 1–3 Udinese (26 Jan 2026) Udinese dominated at the Bentegodi, taking the lead through Arthur Atta (23’). Gift Orban quickly equalized for Verona (26’), but Udinese regained control in the second half. Alessandro Zanoli scored a stunning long-range goal (58’), and Keinan Davis sealed the win (66’). Udinese finished stronger, earning a comfortable away victory while Verona remained in a difficult spot in the table.

Roma 1:1 Milan | Serie A | 25 January 2026

Final Score Roma 1–1 Milan Who Scored Milan: Koni De Winter Roma: Lorenzo Pellegrini (penalty) What Happened Milan scored first and took the lead early. Roma controlled the game more as it went on. Roma got a penalty and Pellegrini scored to equalize. Both teams tried to win, but no one scored again. Result The match ended in a 1–1 draw , so both teams got 1 point .

Juventus 3–0 Napoli — Final Score | 25 January 2026

Juventus 3–0 Napoli — a convincing win for the home side. Goals & Scorers Jonathan David (Juventus) — 22′ ⚽️ The Canadian striker opened the scoring with a well-placed finish to give Juve control early. Kenan Yıldız (Juventus) — 77′ ⚽️ Juve doubled their lead in the second half, capitalizing on defensive mistakes. Filip Kostic (Juventus) — 86′ ⚽️ Kostic sealed the result with a late goal from outside the box to make it 3-0. Match Overview Juventus dominated the game from start to finish, playing a controlled and effective match at the Allianz Stadium in Turin. Juve had the lead by halftime and continued to push in the second half, eventually putting the game to bed with two more goals. Napoli — dealing with injuries and a depleted lineup — struggled to create dangerous chances and couldn’t find a breakthrough. Key Moments Early pressure from Juventus led to their first goal and set the tone. Napoli had very limited offensive threat, managin...

Arsenal 2–3 Manchester United | 25 January 2026

Arsenal 2–3 Manchester United – United stunned the Premier League leaders with a dramatic comeback win at the Emirates Stadium. Goals: 29′ – Own goal (Lisandro Martínez, Arsenal) put the Gunners ahead. 37′ – Bryan Mbeumo (Man United) equalised. 50′ – Patrick Dorgu (Man United) gave United the lead. 84′ – Mikel Merino (Arsenal) brought the score level again. 87′ – Matheus Cunha (Man United) scored the late winner. Cards: Not widely highlighted in reports, indicating a relatively clean game. Substitutions: Specific substitution details weren’t included in the main match sources, but both teams made changes typical of a Premier League fixture. Summary: Manchester United overturned an early deficit with strong attacking play and a late winner from Cunha, dealing a blow to Arsenal’s title hopes. 

Barcelona 3–0 Oviedo – La Liga (25 January 2026)

Barcelona 3–0 Real Oviedo – Barcelona secured a convincing La Liga victory at the Spotify Camp Nou. Goals: 52′ – Dani Olmo opened the scoring. 57′ – Raphinha doubled the lead. 73′ – Lamine Yamal sealed the win with a stunning strike. Cards & Discipline: Specific card details aren’t widely reported in major summaries. Most reports focus on the scoring action. Substitutions: Detailed substitution info wasn’t featured in the headline reports; both teams likely made tactical changes as typical in La Liga matches. 📌 Summary: Barcelona dominated after halftime, scoring all three goals in the second half to comfortably control the game and earn three key points. 

Crystal Palace 1–3 Chelsea – 25 January 2026

Crystal Palace 1–3 Chelsea – Chelsea secured a strong Premier League win away at Selhurst Park. Goals: 34′ – Estêvão (Chelsea) opened the scoring. 50′ – João Pedro (Chelsea) doubled the lead. 64′ – Enzo Fernández (Chelsea) converted a penalty. 88′ – Chris Richards (Crystal Palace) scored a late consolation. Red Card: 72′ – Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace) was sent off (second yellow). 📌 Summary: Chelsea took control with three goals and held on despite a late Palace strike, earning valuable Premier League points.

Aston Villa Win 2–0 at Newcastle United 25 January 2026

Newcastle United 0–2 Aston Villa – Aston Villa secured a convincing Premier League win away at St. James’ Park. Goals: 19′ – Emiliano Buendía: superb strike to open the scoring. 88′ – Ollie Watkins: late header to seal the victory. Yellow Cards: Joelinton (Newcastle) – booked in the first half. Lucas Digne (Aston Villa) – received a yellow card later in the game. Ian Maatsen (Aston Villa) – booked in added time. Substitutions: Newcastle United: 48′: Jacob Ramsey on for Joelinton. 62′: Woltemade on for Wissa. 84′: Willock on for Tonali. Aston Villa: 59′: Leon Bailey on for Jadon Sancho. 74′: Lamare Bogarde on for Youri Tielemans. 75′: Tyrone Mings on for Pau Torres & Lucas Digne on for Buendía. 89′: Victor Lindelöf on for Amadou Onana. Summary: Aston Villa dominated with good control and clinical finishing, while Newcastle couldn’t break through despite pressure late in the match.

Portsmouth 1–1 Southampton – 25 January 2026

Portsmouth 1–1 Southampton — EFL Championship South Coast derby ended in a draw. Goals: 57′ – Léo Scienza (Southampton) opened the scoring. 77′ – Ebou Adams (Portsmouth) equalised with his first goal for the club. Cards & Discipline: The match was competitive, but detailed card counts aren’t fully reported in major summaries. (Available sources focus mainly on goals.) Substitutions: Specific substitution details weren’t available in core reports, but both teams made changes in the second half as is typical in Championship fixtures. 📍 Summary: Southampton took the lead in the second half, but Portsmouth fought back late to earn a point in a lively derby at Fratton Park. 

Sassuolo 1–0 Cremonese | Matchday 20 – 25 January 2026

Sassuolo 1–0 Cremonese — Sassuolo won thanks to an early goal.  Goal 3′ – Alieu Fadera (Sassuolo) Fadera scored very early: after Laurienté’s shot from distance was spilled by Cremonese keeper Edoardo Audero, Fadera was quickest to react and poked the ball into the net.  Cards (Yellow) Sassuolo Laurienté — yellow card Cremonese Barbieri — yellow card Pezzella — yellow card (All three bookings happened during the match.) There were no red cards issued.  Substitutions Sassuolo (4-3-3 formation): Lipani → Thorstvedt (59′) Fadera → Berardi (59′) Moro → Pinamonti (70′) Laurienté → Pierini (70′) Koné → Iannoni (83′) Cremonese (3-5-2): Barbieri → Johnsen (46′) Collocolo → Zerbin (22′) Grassi → Floriani Mussolini (67′) Terracciano → Folino (81′) Bianchetti → Faye (81′)  Starting Lineups (Basic) Sassuolo Muric; Walukiewicz, Idzes, Muharemovic, Doig; Lipani, Matic, Koné; Fadera, Moro, Laurienté...

Lecce 0–0 Lazio (24 January 2026): Stalemate at Via del Mare

Match Overview Lecce 0–0 Lazio — neither side could find the breakthrough in a scrappy, low-key Serie A contest that ended in a goalless draw. The two teams shared the points after 90 minutes of end-to-end but largely uneventful play .  What Happened Defensive battle Both teams defended solidly, and chances were at a premium throughout the game . Lazio generally offered more possession, but that didn’t translate into clear opportunities on goal. Lecce attempted to threaten, and a late shot hit the crossbar , coming close to a dramatic winner. Second half and chances In the second half, there were few clear openings . Lazio had a moment when Boulaye Dia slid in on goal but couldn’t convert. Substitute and late efforts from both sides came to nothing, with Lazio’s Kenneth Taylor having an effort blocked in stoppage time . Player notes Lecce’s attack looked slightly livelier at times and nearly capitalised on set-pieces, but couldn’t get the crucial final touc...

Villarreal 0–2 Real Madrid, 24 January 2026

Villarreal 0 – 2 Real Madrid   Played Saturday, 24 January 2026 Kick-off: 21:00 CET Estadio de la Cerámica, Villarreal, Spain Real Madrid took control in the second half after a goalless first half. Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring right after the break with a composed finish following good build-up play. Late on, Mbappé won and then converted a penalty in added time , sealing the 2-0 win. Real Madrid Asserted dominance on the road to move ahead in La Liga’s title race with this win. Mbappé was the standout player, scoring both goals (one from open play, one penalty). Vinícius Jr. played a key creative role, especially in the opening goal. Villarreal Showed resilience for long spells, matching Madrid through much of the first half before conceding. Had limited clear chances and couldn’t break through Madrid’s defensive organization. It was an important La Liga clash with title implications as Real Madrid continued their push at the top of the ta...

Manchester City 2-0 Wolverhampton Wanderers, 24 January 2026

Manchester City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers is a Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium where the reigning title contenders host the team struggling at the bottom of the table. City, with their fluid attacking style and strong squad depth, aim to respond after recent mixed results and tighten their grip in the title race. Wolverhampton, under pressure in their fight to climb out of the relegation zone, will look to be organized and resilient on the break. Expect City to dominate possession and create chances, while Wolves attempt to frustrate and hit on counters — all in front of an electric crowd eager for a high-tempo, tactical battle. Latest result (post-match): City won 2-0 thanks to first-half goals from Omar Marmoush and Antoine Semenyo, earning a crucial league victory and ending a brief winless run. 

Millwall 4-0 Charlton Athletic – Saturday 24 January 2026

  Millwall vs Charlton Athletic , kicking off at 13:30 , is a fiercely contested London derby steeped in rivalry and tradition. With pride on the line, both sides approach the match with intensity, knowing the importance this fixture holds for their supporters. Expect a physical, high-tempo encounter, strong tackles in midfield, and a charged atmosphere as Millwall and Charlton battle for local bragging rights.

West Ham 3-1 Sunderland – Saturday 24 January 2026

Goals: • Crysencio Summerville (14') – opener for West Ham • Jarrod Bowen (28' pen) – doubled the lead from the spot • Mateus Fernandes (43') – superb long-range strike before halftime • Brian Brobbey (66') – Sunderland’s consolation header West Ham United asserted themselves early and went into halftime leading 3-0, giving them a big boost in their battle to climb out of the Premier League relegation zone. Sunderland pulled one back in the second half but couldn’t mount a full comeback. 

Levante 2–1 Elche | January 23, 2026

Levante vs Elche (LaLiga) Kick-off time: 21:00 Venue: Estadi Ciutat de València, Valencia, Spain Match description: Levante welcome Elche for a late-evening LaLiga clash, with both sides aiming to pick up vital points. Levante will try to control the game at home with possession and width, while Elche are expected to stay compact and look to hurt their rivals on the counter. It’s a tight regional matchup where intensity usually outweighs flair, and small details could decide the outcome under the lights in Valencia.

Derby County 2–1 West Bromwich Albion | January 23, 2026

  Derby County vs West Bromwich Albion (EFL Championship) Kick-off time: 21:00 Venue: Pride Park Stadium, Derby, England Match description: Derby County host West Bromwich Albion in an important Championship evening clash, with both sides pushing for crucial points as the season progresses. Derby will look to make home advantage count at Pride Park, while West Brom arrive aiming to impose their physical, organized style and stay competitive in the promotion race. It’s a classic Championship matchup — intense tempo, direct football, and little margin for error under the lights.

Inter Milan 6–2 Pisa | January 23, 2026

Inter Milan vs Pisa (Serie A) Kick-off time: 20:45 CET Venue: Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, Milan, Italy Competition: Italian Serie A — Matchday 22 (Friday, January 23, 2026) Final score: Inter Milan 6–2 Pisa Match summary Pisa shocked the hosts early , taking a surprising 2–0 lead thanks to goals from Stefano Moreo, capitalizing on an early Inter error. Inter responded strongly before halftime, with Piotr Zielinski (penalty), Lautaro Martínez, and Francesco Pio Esposito turning the game around to make it 3–2 at the break . In the second half , Inter dominated and added three more goals — Federico Dimarco, Ange-Yoan Bonny and Henrikh Mkhitaryan — to complete a convincing comeback and secure a big win in the title race. 

Auxerre 0–1 PSG | January 23, 2026

Auxerre vs PSG (Ligue 1) Kick-off time: 20:00 CET (local time in France) Venue: Stade de l’Abbé-Deschamps, Auxerre, France Final score: Auxerre 0–1 PSG Goal: Bradley Barcola (79’) Quick match summary: PSG controlled possession for most of the match but found it hard to break down Auxerre. The decisive moment came late on, with Bradley Barcola scoring about 10 minutes from the end. The win earned PSG three important points and kept them at the top of Ligue 1.

Roma 2–0 Stuttgart | Thursday, 22 January 2026

 Final Score AS Roma 2–0 VfB Stuttgart Goals: Niccolò Pisilli (Roma) — 40′ (1–0) Niccolò Pisilli (Roma) — 90′+3′ (2–0)  Match Description Roma secured a 2-0 victory over Stuttgart in their UEFA Europa League league phase match at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome . The opening goal came just before half-time when Pisilli found space inside the box and finished well to give Roma the lead . Stuttgart pushed to get back into the game after the break and had several opportunities, but they were unable to convert. In the final moments of normal time , Pisilli doubled his tally , firing in from close range to seal the win and secure the three points for the hosts. Roma’s performance was solid overall, with effective rotation from coach Gasperini and a key contribution from the young midfielder Pisilli, who scored both goals. 

Braga 1–0 Nottingham Forest | Thursday, 22 January 2026

Sporting Braga 1–0 Nottingham Forest — goal by Ryan Yates (own goal) in the 54th minute.   Match Summary The game was tightly contested and largely goalless in the first half, with both sides cautious and chances limited. Early in the second half (50th minute), Nottingham Forest were awarded a penalty after James McAtee was fouled in the box, but **Morgan Gibbs-White’s spot-kick was saved by Braga keeper Lukas Hornicek. Seconds later (54’) Braga took the lead : Ricardo Horta’s low cross forced a defensive reaction, and Forest captain Ryan Yates inadvertently turned the ball into his own net for the only goal of the match. After going behind, Forest pushed for an equaliser. Ola Aina’s powerful long-range effort hit the woodwork , and Forest had other promising moves, but couldn’t beat Hornicek. Deep in added time, Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson received a red card for dissent , leaving his team with ten men to finish the match. Key Moments 50’ – Pena...

Slavia Prague 2–4 Barcelona — 21 January 2026 (Champions League)

Barcelona claimed an important 4–2 away win against Slavia Prague in their Group Stage (Matchday 7) clash at the Fortuna Arena in Prague. The Czech side took an early lead when Vasil Kusej bundled in a corner in the 10th minute to shock the visitors. Barcelona gradually worked their way into the game, and Fermín López levelled in the 34th minute before doubling Barcelona’s lead six minutes later with a brilliant strike. Just before half-time, Slavia drew level again when Robert Lewandowski inadvertently turned the ball into his own net off a set-piece delivery. In the second half, Dani Olmo restored Barcelona’s advantage with a stunning long-range effort in the 63rd minute , and Lewandowski redeemed himself by scoring in the 70th minute to make it 4–2 , sealing the comeback victory for the Spanish champions. 👉 Final Score: Slavia Prague 2 (Kusej 10’, Lewandowski OG 44’) — Barcelona 4 (F. López 34’, 42’; Olmo 63’; Lewandowski 70’) Barcelona’s win keeps them firmly in...

Galatasaray 1–1 Atlético Madrid — 21 January 2026 (Champions League)

Galatasaray vs Atlético Madrid — UEFA Champions League   Date: Wednesday, 21 January 2026 Kick-off: 18:45 CET (20:45 local time in Istanbul, Türkiye) / 17:45 GMT — so if you mentioned 18:45 , that matches the official kickoff time for this matchday 7 UCL fixture. This is a Champions League league stage match played at Rams Park in Istanbul with big group qualification implications for both teams. Match result update): Galatasaray and Atlético Madrid ended in a 1–1 draw — Atletico took the lead early, and the hosts equalised via an own goal. 

Real Madrid 6–1 AS Monaco | 20 January 2026

In a UEFA Champions League group stage fixture at the Santiago Bernabéu , Real Madrid delivered an emphatic 6-1 victory over AS Monaco .  Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring early and added a second before half-time. After the break, Franco Mastantuono , an own goal by Thilo Kehrer , and a fantastic Vinícius Júnior strike extended the lead.  Monaco pulled one back through Jordan Teze , but Jude Bellingham capped the scoring to complete a dominant performance by Madrid.

Inter Milan 1–3 Arsenal | 20 January 2026

In a UEFA Champions League group stage clash at the San Siro , Arsenal secured a 3–1 victory away at Inter Milan . Gabriel Jesus opened the scoring in the 10th minute and doubled his tally in the 31st , while Petar Sucic pulled one back for Inter in the 18th minute .  Viktor Gyökeres sealed the win for Arsenal with a late goal in the 84th minute . The result extended Arsenal’s unbeaten run in the competition, confirming their place in the knockout rounds as one of the top seeds.