Premier League sides secured five victories and one draw in their Champions League fixtures this week, marking strong performances across the board. Manchester City and Newcastle United claimed convincing wins, while Chelsea settled for a draw against Qarabag. This run underscores the league's growing influence in Europe's top competition.
English teams in the Champions League demonstrated impressive form this week, winning five of their six matches and placing four sides in the top eight of the standings. This collective success highlights the Premier League's competitive edge, with a season win rate of 71% from 17 victories in 24 fixtures.
Key Match Results
- Qarabag 2-2 Chelsea: Chelsea became the first English team unable to defeat Qarabag, despite goals from Estevao and Garnacho. Romeo Lavia suffered an injury just six minutes into the game.
- Manchester City 4-1 Borussia Dortmund: Phil Foden scored twice as City moved up to fourth in the table, showcasing their attacking prowess.
- Newcastle 2-0 Athletic Club: Dan Burn and Joelinton netted headers to secure the win, propelling Newcastle back into the top eight and extending their strong home record.
The results build on a previous round where all five English teams also won, a historic achievement for a single country. This consistency could lead to an additional Champions League spot for the Premier League's fifth-placed team, similar to last season's outcome.