In the heart of the Champions League group stage, round four unfolded with football drama and decisive clashes. As the dust settles, let’s delve into the results and examine how the standings have evolved, providing a snapshot of the journey these elite clubs are navigating in pursuit of European glory.
Results
| 7.11.2023 |  | Borussia Dortmund | 2 |  | Newcastle | 0 |
| 7.11.2023 |  | Shakhtar Donetsk | 1 |  | Barcelona | 0 |
| 7.11.2023 |  | Atletico Madrid | 6 |  | Celtic | 0 |
| 7.11.2023 |  | Lazio | 1 |  | Feyenoord | 0 |
| 7.11.2023 |  | AC Milan | 2 |  | Paris Saint Germain | 1 |
| 7.11.2023 |  | Manchester City | 3 |  | BSC Young Boys | 0 |
| 7.11.2023 |  | FK Crvena Zvezda | 1 |  | RB Leipzig | 2 |
| 7.11.2023 |  | FC Porto | 2 |  | Antwerp | 0 |
| 8.11.2023 |  | Napoli | 1 |  | Union Berlin | 1 |
| 8.11.2023 |  | Real Sociedad | 3 |  | Benfica | 1 |
| 8.11.2023 |  | Bayern Munich | 2 |  | Galatasaray | 1 |
| 8.11.2023 |  | FC Copenhagen | 4 |  | Manchester United | 3 |
| 8.11.2023 |  | Arsenal | 2 |  | Sevilla | 0 |
| 8.11.2023 |  | PSV Eindhoven | 1 |  | Lens | 0 |
| 8.11.2023 |  | Real Madrid | 3 |  | SC Braga | 0 |
| 8.11.2023 |  | Red Bull Salzburg | 0 |  | Inter | 1 |
On Tusday, Borussia Dortmund claimed a decisive 2-0 victory over Newcastle, while Shakhtar Donetsk secured a surprising 1-0 win against Barcelona. Atletico Madrid showcased their dominance with an impressive 6-0 triumph over Celtic, and Lazio clinched a tight 1-0 win over Feyenoord.
In the highlight fixture of the night, AC Milan emerged triumphant with a 2-1 result against Paris Saint-Germain, thanks to inspired performances from Leao, Giroud and amazing Milan fans. Manchester City displayed their prowess with a convincing 3-0 win over BSC Young Boys. RB Leipzig staged a comeback to secure a 2-1 victory against FK Crvena Zvezda, while FC Porto triumphed 2-0 over Antwerp.
To start Wednesday off, Napoli and Union Berlin played to a 1-1 draw, and Real Sociedad emerged with a 3-1 win over Benfica. Bayern Munich narrowly defeated Galatasaray 2-1, and FC Copenhagen secured a thrilling 4-3 win against Manchester United. Arsenal continued their decent UCL form with a 2-0 victory over Sevilla, and PSV Eindhoven edged past Lens with a 1-0 win. Real Madrid asserted their dominance with a resounding 3-0 win against SC Braga, and Inter clinched a 1-0 victory over Red Bull Salzburg.
Standings
| Group A | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | Bayern Munich | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 11 : 6 | 12 |
| 2 | | FC Copenhagen | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 : 8 | 4 |
| 3 | | Galatasaray | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 : 9 | 4 |
| 4 | | Manchester United | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 9 : 11 | 3 |
Bayern are through from first place, Man United to battle it out with Galatasaray and Copenhagen for 2nd place.
| Group B | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | Arsenal | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 : 3 | 9 |
| 2 | | PSV Eindhoven | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 : 7 | 5 |
| 3 | | Lens | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 : 4 | 5 |
| 4 | | Sevilla | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 : 7 | 2 |
While not mathematically qualified, Arsenal are looing great in Group B. PSV, Lens and even last placed Sevilla are in it with a shot!
| Group C | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | Real Madrid | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 9 : 3 | 12 |
| 2 | | Napoli | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6 : 5 | 7 |
| 3 | | SC Braga | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 5 : 9 | 3 |
| 4 | | Union Berlin | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 : 6 | 1 |
Real Madrid are already qualified, however Napoli can still technically finish in 1st place. Braga can still go through, but will most likely battle it out with Union Berlin for the 3rd place.
| Group D | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | Real Sociedad | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 7 : 2 | 10 |
| 2 | | Inter | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 5 : 2 | 10 |
| 3 | | Red Bull Salzburg | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 : 5 | 3 |
| 4 | | Benfica | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 : 7 | 0 |
Both Real Sociedad and Inter are qualified, they are going to be battling it out for first place. Disappointing Benfica can still edge Red Bull for 3rd place.
| Group E | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | Atletico Madrid | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 12 : 5 | 8 |
| 2 | | Lazio | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 : 5 | 7 |
| 3 | | Feyenoord | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 : 5 | 6 |
| 4 | | Celtic | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3 : 12 | 1 |
While Celtic are no longer in contention to continue their journey in the UCL, Feyenoord, Lazio and Atletico Madrid can still go through from both 1st and 2nd place.
| Group F | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | Borussia Dortmund | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 : 2 | 7 |
| 2 | | Paris Saint Germain | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 : 6 | 6 |
| 3 | | AC Milan | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 : 4 | 5 |
| 4 | | Newcastle | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 : 4 | 4 |
The group of death does not disappoint! Only 3 points seperating the 1st placed team from the 4th, any duo out of Borussia Dortmund, PSG, Milan and Newcastle can still go through.
| Group G | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | Manchester City | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 12 : 3 | 12 |
| 2 | | RB Leipzig | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 : 6 | 9 |
| 3 | | FK Crvena Zvezda | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 5 : 10 | 1 |
| 4 | | BSC Young Boys | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 : 11 | 1 |
Man City are through from first place and unless something extreme happens, they will be 1st. Leipzig are also through, file Crvena Zvezda and Young Boys will battle it out for the 3rd position.
| Group H | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | Barcelona | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8 : 2 | 9 |
| 2 | | FC Porto | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 : 3 | 9 |
| 3 | | Shakhtar Donetsk | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 : 7 | 6 |
| 4 | | Antwerp | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 : 14 | 0 |
Despite their loss, Barcelona are still first in the group, however the group is now wide open, Barca, Porto and Shakhtar can all still go through. Antwerp out.
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