Disappointing start to Champions League round of 16 for Premier League teams
The first leg matches of the Champions League round of 16 were not what was expected from the Premier League teams, who, despite being the majority in the ties, none could win and up to three of them were thrashed.
TL;DR
- Premier League teams had a disappointing performance in the Champions League round of 16 first leg.
- Chelsea, Manchester City, and Tottenham suffered significant defeats.
- Arsenal and Newcastle drew their matches, while Liverpool lost.
- PSG, Real Madrid, and Bodo/Glimt secured comfortable wins, putting them in a strong position to advance.
- The return legs are scheduled for March 17th and 18th.