Rodri’s injury highlights Man City and Arsenal’s key difference in pursuit of glory - The reigning Ballon d’Or winner’s absence has hit Pep Guardiola’s side hard, exposing a thin part of the squad, which contrasts to Arsenal’s strength in depth,
Manchester City do just enough to reach play-offs - The Gunners were also winners, 2-1 in Girona, to finish third in the new-look group phase.
MIKEL ARTETA believes Arsenal are proving they can beat anyone after Ethan Nwaneri inspired a fourth straight European victory. The whizkid, 17, curled in a stunning solo goal to see off Girona
There were storylines across all 18 simultaneous kick-offs – not to mention 64 goals in total – but Aston Villa and Lille securing automatic qualification for the round of 16, as well as Manchester City coming from the elimination zone to reach the knockout phase play-offs, were among the headlines. UEFA.com rounds up all the action.
Liverpool topped the inaugural Champions League group phase despite defeat by PSV while Manchester City scraped through
Manchester City came from behind against Club Brugge to reach the Champions League knockout phase, where they were safely joined by Paris Saint-Germain as Arsenal qualified directly for the last 16.
Manchester City come from behind to beat Club Brugge in must-win game, while tennis officials add 15th day to year’s final grand slam.
Follow live text commentary, score updates and match stats from Manchester City vs Club Brugge in the UEFA Champions League
Arsenal and Manchester City are battling to sign teenage midfielder Sverre Nypan from Rosenborg, sources have told ESPN.
Manchester City have reached an agreement with AC Milan over a loan deal for Kyle Walker. The 34-year-old has won 17 trophies during his time at City, including six Premier League titles and the Champions League, following his £50 million move from Tottenham in 2017.
Mikel Arteta has cast doubt over David Raya's availability for Sunday's Premier League clash against Manchester City.
Gunners could be without another key star for huge Emirates showdown, which is followed by Carabao Cup semi-final decider