Matchday 6 of the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League produced thrilling moments as Liverpool maintained their unbeaten record, Bayern München stormed to a resounding victory, Aston Villa pulled off a dramatic win, and Brest shocked PSV Eindhoven. With just one point separating the second and eighth spots in the league phase standings, the competition for the knockout stages remains intense as the final rounds approach.
Liverpool Edge Girona to Stay Perfect
Result: Girona 0-1 Liverpool
Liverpool continued their imperious Champions League form, earning their sixth consecutive win of the league phase. Mohamed Salah’s second-half penalty proved decisive as the Egyptian forward calmly slotted past Paulo Gazzaniga after Luis Díaz was brought down in the box by Donny van de Beek.
While the Reds had already secured a place in the knockout rounds, Girona provided stern opposition. Alisson Becker, returning after two months out, made several critical saves to preserve the clean sheet, including a crucial stop against Yáser Asprilla. Liverpool now sit five points clear at the top, showcasing their dominance in Europe this season.
Player of the Match: Andrew Robertson (Liverpool)
Next Fixtures (Matchday 7):
- 21/01: Liverpool vs Lille
- 22/01: AC Milan vs Girona
Real Madrid Claim Dramatic Victory Over Atalanta
Result: Atalanta 2-3 Real Madrid
Real Madrid got back to winning ways in a thrilling contest against Atalanta. Kylian Mbappé gave the visitors an early lead, marking his 50th Champions League goal, but Atalanta hit back before halftime through Charles De Ketelaere’s emphatic penalty.
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Vinícius Júnior restored Madrid’s advantage shortly after the break, then assisted Jude Bellingham to extend the lead. Ademola Lookman pulled one back for the hosts with a clinical finish, but substitute Mateo Retegui missed a golden chance to level the match in stoppage time. The win keeps Madrid firmly in contention for a top-eight finish.
Player of the Match: Ademola Lookman (Atalanta)
Next Fixtures (Matchday 7):
- 21/01: Atalanta vs Sturm Graz
- 22/01: Real Madrid vs Salzburg
Bayern München Deliver Five-Star Performance Against Shakhtar
Result: Shakhtar Donetsk 1-5 Bayern München
Bayern München produced a dominant attacking display to register their first away win of the league phase. After conceding early to Kevin’s opener for Shakhtar, Bayern responded with a thunderous equalizer from Konrad Laimer.
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Jamal Musiala was the star of the night, assisting Thomas Müller to put Bayern ahead before halftime and adding a goal of his own late in the game. Michael Olise’s two second-half strikes, including a mesmerizing individual effort, sealed a comprehensive win for the German champions, who now look poised for a strong finish in the group stage.
Player of the Match: Michael Olise (Bayern)
Next Fixtures (Matchday 7):
- 22/01: Shakhtar vs Brest
- 22/01: Feyenoord vs Bayern
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Aston Villa Triumph in Dramatic Fashion at Leipzig
Result: Leipzig 2-3 Aston Villa
Aston Villa continued their Champions League success with a late win against Leipzig. John McGinn opened the scoring with a powerful strike, but Leipzig’s Loïs Openda capitalized on a defensive lapse to equalize. Substitute Jhon Durán restored Villa’s lead with a stunning long-range strike, only for Christoph Baumgartner to equalize once more for the hosts.
Ross Barkley emerged as the hero, scoring a deflected goal in the dying moments to secure Villa’s fourth win of the league phase, eliminating Leipzig in the process. Villa remain in strong contention for a top-eight spot.
Player of the Match: Youri Tielemans (Aston Villa)
Next Fixtures (Matchday 7):
- 21/01: Monaco vs Aston Villa
- 22/01: Leipzig vs Sporting CP
Brest Shock PSV Eindhoven with Defensive Brilliance
Result: Brest 1-0 PSV Eindhoven
Brest delivered one of the standout performances of the night, securing a narrow victory over PSV Eindhoven. Julien Le Cardinal scored the only goal, hammering home at the back post against the run of play.
Goalkeeper Marco Bizot was the hero for Brest, making multiple crucial saves, including denying Luuk de Jong’s header from close range. Despite dominating possession, PSV’s efforts were thwarted, with Ismael Saibari’s curling strike hitting the woodwork in the second half. Brest now move into fifth place, defying expectations.
Player of the Match: Marco Bizot (Brest)
Next Fixtures (Matchday 7):
- 21/01: Crvena Zvezda vs PSV
- 22/01: Shakhtar vs Brest
Paris Saint-Germain Cruise Past Salzburg
Result: Salzburg 0-3 Paris Saint-Germain
Paris Saint-Germain eased to victory against Salzburg to bolster their chances of advancing to the next stage. Gonçalo Ramos opened the scoring after combining with Achraf Hakimi, while Nuno Mendes doubled the lead with a sensational strike in the second half.
Désiré Doué capped off the victory with a curling finish from Hakimi’s assist in the closing minutes. PSG’s dominant performance leaves them well-placed heading into their crucial clash with Manchester City.
Player of the Match: Bradley Barcola (Paris)
Next Fixtures (Matchday 7):
- 22/01: Real Madrid vs Salzburg
- 22/01: Paris vs Manchester City
Liverpool extend their unbeaten run
Aston Villa move up to 3rd
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Leverkusen Edge Inter with Last-Minute Winner
Result: Bayer Leverkusen 1-0 Inter
Bayer Leverkusen secured a dramatic late victory over Inter Milan, with Nordi Mukiele scoring the decisive goal in the 90th minute. Inter, who had not conceded in the competition until this match, were undone as Mukiele fired home after Florian Wirtz’s effort was parried by Yann Sommer.
The win lifted Leverkusen above Inter in the standings and maintained their perfect home record, leaving them in a strong position heading into the final matchdays.
Player of the Match: Nordi Mukiele (Leverkusen)
Next Fixtures (Matchday 7):
- 21/01: Atlético de Madrid vs Leverkusen
- 22/01: Sparta Praha vs Inter
Celtic and Dinamo Share Spoils in Zagreb Stalemate
Result: GNK Dinamo 0-0 Celtic
Celtic and Dinamo Zagreb played out a rare goalless draw in a tense encounter. Celtic’s Kasper Schmeichel produced a crucial save to deny Marko Pjaca’s header, while Sandro Kulenović wasted two chances for Dinamo in the first half.
Celtic remain a point above Dinamo in the standings, keeping their hopes of advancing alive with one group match remaining.
Player of the Match: Cameron Carter-Vickers (Celtic)
Next Fixtures (Matchday 7):
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- 22/01: Arsenal vs GNK Dinamo
- 22/01: Celtic vs Young Boys
