Europe’s premier competition finally resumed last week with the heavyweight first-leg clashes continuing this week. Juventus recorded a crushing victory against Celtic in Scotland to make progression for Neil Lennon’s side almost impossible. An early strike from Matri and two late goals from Marchisio and Vucinic condemned the Scottish champions to a 0-3 reverse in front of their home fans.
Big spending PSG had to rely on two of their big name signings as they swept aside Valencia at the Mestalla Stadium. Argentine internationals Lavezzi and Pastore both scored in the first half as PSG proved too much to deal with for the Spanish side. It took until the 90th minute for Valencia to score their consolation through French defender Rami. PSG star striker Ibrahimovic was sent off in stoppage time for a studs up challenge on Valencia’s Guardado.
In the tie of the round Manchester United travelled to Spain to face Real Madrid and ex golden boy Cristiano Ronaldo. Typically the Portuguese winger made the headlines, equalising with a stunning header after Welbeck had given United the lead. Manchester United proved too resolute in defence as Madrid failed to find another way past David de Gea who pulled off a string of stunning saves. This tie is still very much alive and kicking.
German champions Borussia Dortmund managed an impressive draw in the Ukraine against Shakhtar Donetsk. After going behind twice Dortmund Centre Back Matts Hummels powered home a header from a corner late on to give Dortmund a great chance of progression with two away goals.
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