The doubts about Paris Saint-Germain's ability to remain a force in the Champions League following the departure of Kylian Mbappe have faded amid a stunning run of form which sets the French club up perfectly for their mouthwatering last-16 showdown with Liverpool.

Vissel Kobe took control of their Asian Champions League last 16 clash with Gwangju on Wednesday but Japanese compatriots Kawasaki Frontale fell to a first-leg defeat to Shanghai Shenhua.

Manchester United's preparations for their Europa League last-16 tie against Real Sociedad have been dealt a significant blow with the news that Harry Maguire and Manuel Ugarte will miss the first leg due to injuries sustained in their FA Cup defeat to Fulham.

Women's World Cup winner Yuki Nagasato, who made history with a brief spell playing for a men's team, said she had given "every last drop" as the Japanese striker announced her retirement from football.

Since the 92-93 season, when the old European Cup was renamed the Champions League and adopted a more modern format with group stages, these are the teams that have managed to score the most goals. The classic clubs battle it out match by match to see who takes the top positions.

Arne Slot says Liverpool have nothing to fear at the Parc des Princes as he prepares his Premier League title favourites for a blockbuster Champions League clash against runaway Ligue 1 leaders Paris Saint-Germain.

Newcastle striker Alexander Isak's home was raided by a "professional group of travelling burglars" who stole his car and jewellery worth £68,000 ($87,000), a court heard on Wednesday.

Mikel Arteta has lavished praise on his Arsenal side following their record-breaking 7-1 victory over PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League, highlighting the team's ability to rise to the occasion and play with initiative.

Liverpool midfielder Wataru Endo has expressed his commitment to the team's success, stating that his simple yet effective approach is to "always help the team", despite facing challenges with limited playing time under manager Arne Slot.

Borussia Dortmund captain Emre Can said his side failed to "push past the pain barrier" in Tuesday's 1-1 home draw with Lille in their Champions League last-16 first leg.

Jurrien Timber has expressed his delight following Arsenal's record-breaking 7-1 victory over PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League, highlighting the team's creativity and energy as key factors in their success.

Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Joao Neves said that the French team is better than Liverpool “as a team” although he highlighted the individual quality of Arne Slot's side.

Real Madrid is the most successful team in the history of the Champions League. Players such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Toni Kroos, Dani Carvajal and Karim Benzema, among others, have added lustre to the recent history of the club. And these are the 10 players who have played the most games in the history of the tournament.

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has revealed that while the Europa League remains a significant target, his focus extends beyond immediate cup success, emphasizing the club's broader ambitions for long-term growth and development.