Vinicus Jr responds to alleged racist incident after Real Madrid’s Champions League clash with Benfica halted - Vini Jr had given the Spanish side the lead before reporting that he had been the victim

Borussia Dortmund and Atalanta meet in the UEFA Champions League knockout play‑off first leg, with the German side hosting the Italian visitors in a crucial tie that will help decide who advances to the round of 16.

Real Madrid managed to win 1-0 against Jose Mourinho's Benfica in the first leg of their Champions League playoff on Tuesday, however, it was all about Vinicius Jr. and what happened in the second half a few moments after the same Brazilian striker scored a wonderful goal from outside the box that also decided the first leg played in Lisbon.

The USMNT striker stole the show against the reining Champions League holders.

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The Bianconeri are expected to win against the Turkish side in the two-legged playoffs as they are in a good form despite losing the last Serie A match against Inter over the weekend. Pick: Juventus 2, Galatasaray 1.

Paris Saint-Germain moved closer to qualifying for the Champions League round of 16 thanks to their victory away to AS Monaco. Folarin Balogun scored twice in the first 20 minutes, before Désiré