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On Tuesday, November 25, 2025, the UEFA Champions League’s league phase delivered dramatic twists, with English clubs Chelsea and Newcastle United suffering contrasting fates, while Victor Osimhen solidified his lead in the race for the competition’s top scorer.
Chelsea Thrash Barcelona
In one of the day’s most impressive results, Chelsea secured a resounding 3-0 victory over Barcelona at a vibrant Stamford Bridge. The hosts took the lead in the 27th minute after a shot from Pedro Neto forced Barcelona defender Jules Koundé into a costly own goal. Barcelona’s situation deteriorated just before half-time when their defender, Ronald Araujo, received a second booking and was sent off. Chelsea dominated the 10-man opposition after the break, with youngster Estevao scoring a magnificent goal from a very tight angle in the 55th minute. Liam Delap then completed the rout with a tap-in in the 73rd minute, cementing a perfect night for the Blues.
Newcastle Fall At The Hands Of Marseille
In another surprising result, Newcastle United fell 2-1 to Marseille in France. Despite taking an early lead through Harvey Barnes, Newcastle could not hold on. Marseille’s veteran striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang turned the game around after half-time, scoring two quick goals in the 46th and 50th minutes to seal the win for his team.
Manchester City Lose To Inconsistent Leverkusen
Meanwhile, Manchester City suffered a 2-0 home defeat to Bayer Leverkusen at the Etihad Stadium. Leverkusen’s Alejandro Grimaldo opened the scoring in the first half, and Patrick Schick headed in a second-half goal to secure a valuable three points for the German side. In Amsterdam, José Mourinho secured his first Champions League win as Benfica manager after five attempts, guiding his team to a 2-0 victory over an Ajax side that remains bottom of the table without a point. Samuel Dahl scored early and Leandro Barreiro added a second in the 90th minute to seal the win.
Union SG Edge Out Galatasaray
Galatasaray also lost to Union SG 0-1 on home ground after Promise David gave them the lead in the 58th minute. Galatasaray played the match without their talisman, Victor Osimhen, who was injured on International duty.
Napoli Put Two Past Qarabag
Scott McTominay was the hero of the night as Napoli edged out Qarabag in a thrilling 2-0 victory for the home side. McTominay scored the first in the 65th minute before a 72nd minute own-goal from Jankovic sealed Qarabag’s fate in Naples.
Borussia Dortmund Dismantle Villarreal
Borussia Dortmund lashed Villarreal 4-0 in what was a one sided match. Guirassy opened the scoring with one goal in the 47th minute before half time and then added another in the 54th minute. Adeyemi who ran riot against the Villarreal backline added another goal while Svensson wrapped up the goals with a stoppage time exclamation goal.
Juventus Secure Late Minute Winner Against Bodo/Glimt
Juventus claimed a dramatic 3-2 victory over Bodo/Glimt on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. The hosts took a first-half lead through Ole Didrik Blomberg, but Juventus stormed back after the break. Loïs Openda leveled the score and Weston McKennie quickly headed the Italian side in front. A late penalty from Sondre Brunstad Fet looked to have secured a draw for Bodo/Glimt, but substitute Jonathan David scored a stoppage-time winner to seal a crucial first European win of the season for Juventus.
Champions League Golden Boot Race
In the race for the Golden Boot, Galatasaray’s Victor Osimhen now leads the pack. His recent hat-trick against Ajax took his tally to six goals, moving him ahead of other elite strikers. He now sits above a trio of superstars, Erling Haaland (Manchester City), Harry Kane (Bayern Munich), and Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid), who are all tied on five goals each.
These results have significant implications for the league table. Chelsea’s win boosts their position in the top 10, while Barcelona’s defeat places them in a more precarious position in their quest for automatic knockout-stage qualification. With several matches remaining in the league phase, the battle for a top-24 spot continues to intensify.
