Mónaco vs. Barcelona: Live Champions League Action Today!







The UEFA Champions League action heated up on Thursday as Matchday 1 wrapped up with thrilling encounters. Monaco triumphed over a ten-man Barcelona, while Leverkusen struck four first-half goals against Feyenoord. Atlético Madrid secured a dramatic late winner at home against Leipzig. Additionally, Benfica and newcomers Brest celebrated victories, and David Raya's penalty save helped Arsenal earn a crucial draw away at Atalanta.

Thursday Night's Champions League Action

Monaco 2-1 Barcelona

Monaco marked their return to the Champions League with a hard-fought victory over ten-man Barcelona, who suffered a setback early with Eric García’s red card in the 11th minute. Monaco took the lead when Maghnes Akliouche cut in from the right and struck a powerful shot from the edge of the box. Barcelona responded with an equalizer before the half-hour mark, as Lamine Yamal scored to level the match.

The decisive moment came 19 minutes from the end when substitute George Ilenikhena sprinted onto a long ball from Vanderson and finished confidently past Marc-André ter Stegen, securing the win for Monaco.

Player of the Match: George Ilenikhena (Monaco)