Champions League Matchday 3: Game-by-Game Preview

Explore the exciting lineup of matches set to unfold tonight, with eight thrilling showdowns hosted across various venues.

Feyenoord vs. Lazio (18:45)

Matteo Guendouzi, the Lazio midfielder, praised the team's strong mentality following their back-to-back late wins in the Champions League, particularly their dramatic 2-1 victory against Celtic. Lazio faces another challenging encounter as they visit Stadion Feijenoord 'De Kuip' to take on Feyenoord, who won their opener against Celtic but fell short against Atlético de Madrid on Matchday 2.

Fun Fact: Pedro Rodríguez, at 36 years and 68 days, became Lazio's oldest scorer in the Champions League with a last-gasp winner against Celtic.

Barcelona vs. Shakhtar Donetsk (18:45)

Barcelona secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Porto on Matchday 2, with João Cancelo emphasizing the importance of not conceding goals. They face Shakhtar Donetsk, a team known for patience, who recently pulled off a comeback win against Antwerp.

Fun Fact: Shakhtar has won only two of their last 15 Champions League group stage matches, both victories occurring away from home.

Celtic vs. Atlético de Madrid (21:00)

After a topsy-turvy contest with Feyenoord, Atlético de Madrid has been hailed as the "lord of chaos." Celtic, on the other hand, seeks redemption after recent losses and hopes to prove their worth at this level.

Fun Fact: Celtic has won only one of their last 23 Champions League group stage matches.

Paris vs. Milan (21:00)

Milan's Davide Calabria acknowledged the need for better possession and taking opportunities after a goalless draw with Dortmund. Paris, having conceded four goals in their last match, aims to regain their footing in this challenging group.

Fun Fact: Milan has not conceded a goal in their last four Champions League group stage matches.

Newcastle vs. Dortmund (21:00)

Newcastle's Kieran Trippier expressed confidence after a notable win against Paris, while Dortmund is eager to break their goal drought and make a statement at St James' Park.

Fun Fact: Newcastle has lost only one of their last 29 Uefa club competition matches at home.

Leipzig vs. Crvena zvezda (21:00)

Despite a defeat against Manchester City on Matchday 2, Leipzig remains hopeful and aims to improve their performance against Crvena zvezda, who secured a draw in their previous match.

Fun Fact: Leipzig has scored two or more goals in 12 of their last 16 Champions League group stage matches.

Young Boys vs. Man City (21:00)

Manchester City, despite injury challenges, has seen standout performances, including Julián Álvarez, who is a joint-top scorer in the competition. They face Young Boys in a double-header, seeking to extend their success.

Fun Fact: Young Boys defeated Manchester United in their last Champions League group stage campaign in 2021/22.

Antwerp vs. Porto (21:00)

Porto remains determined to progress despite their defeat to Barcelona, while Antwerp aims to bounce back after a disappointing loss to Shakhtar.

Fun Fact: Antwerp has kept four clean sheets in their last six Uefa club competition home matches.