The UEFA Champions League Round of 16 commenced earlier this week, featuring pivotal first-leg encounters that set the stage for thrilling second-leg matches. Here's a recap of the fixtures from Tuesday, March 4, and Wednesday, March 5:
Borussia Dortmund 1–1 Lille: At Signal Iduna Park, Borussia Dortmund faced Lille in a tightly contested match. Dortmund's early lead was neutralized by Lille's resilience, resulting in a draw. This outcome leaves the tie wide open as both teams prepare for the return leg in France.
Paris Saint-Germain 0–1 Liverpool: In a high-stakes clash at Parc des Princes, Liverpool secured a crucial away victory over PSG. Despite winning the game, it's fair to say that Liverpool were completely dominated and were by far the second best team on the night. PSG may come to regret missing so many chances, as dominating Liverpool for 2 games in a row is a tough ask.
Feyenoord 0–2 Inter Milan: Inter Milan delivered a commanding performance against Feyenoord, securing a two-goal advantage on the road. This result places the Italian side in a favorable position as they look to finalize their quarter-final spot in the return fixture.
Bayern Munich 3–0 Bayer Leverkusen: In an all-German affair at Allianz Arena, Bayern Munich showcased their dominance with a comprehensive victory over Bayer Leverkusen. The three-goal cushion provides Bayern with a significant edge as they approach the second leg.
Benfica 0–1 Barcelona: Despite an early Pau Cubarsi red card, Barcelona emerged victorious in a closely fought match against Benfica at Estádio da Luz. The narrow win gives the Catalan club a slight advantage, but Benfica remains in contention as they prepare for the return leg at Camp Nou.
