Barcelona's spectacular fightback against Benfica on Tuesday meant Liverpool would have to wait another week to be confirmed winner of the league phase of the new look Champions League. But manager Arne Slot was full of praise for referee Danny Makkelie playing so much stoppage time in the 5-4 win for Barcelona.

Tim Spiers recaps the best talking points from Tuesday's Champions League action, as Liverpool and Barcelona secured spots in the last 16

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Liverpool are facing competition from Barcelona for Joshua Kimmich after Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola told them to sign the Bayern Munich ace.

There are nine Champions League fixtures for you to tuck into this evening, and we've got you covered right here with all the action.Latest scores:Atlético Madrid 1-1 Bayer LeverkusenBenfica 4-3

LIVERPOOL have confirmed their place in the Champions League Last 16 after beating Lille 2-1. The Reds made it seven wins out of seven with the victory over Lille to reach 21 points and guarantee

The Sporting Lisbon striker scored again in a loss to Red Bull Leipzig. That’s six goals in seven matches. Whether he’s just in a zone or having a true late-career renaissance, the big Swede’s Champions League goals are sure to get him a big money move in this transfer window from clubs that could use his power and speed.

Liverpool and Barcelona know they're in the Champions League last 16 with a host of other teams - including Arsenal and Aston Villa - ensuring they will play knockout football

SPORT brings you all the latest as the Europa League’s penultimate round of league phase games gets underway. Manchester United host Rangers in a blockbuster Battle of Britain at Old

Real Madrid may have missed the opportunity to sign Bayern Munich left-back Alphonso Davies, who appears to be signing a new contract with the Bavarian club. Ho

In addition to the €18.5 million earned for making the final, the Champions League winners take home an additional €6.8 million