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      Champions League top scorers 2022/23: Who is leading the race?

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      THERE’S only one thing forwards dream about other than securing a Champions League medal for their club – and that’s to be top goal scorer.Well, Karim Benzema did both last season as the Frenchman’s 15 goals secured the golden boot as well as contributing to Real Madrid’s 14th triumph in club football’s top-tier competition.
      Karim Benzema helped Real Madrid to secure their 14th Champions League triumphCredit: The Times
      However, Benzema is already facing stiff competition from some familiar faces this time round.
      And it’s no surprise to see Manchester City goal scoring machine Erling Haaland high up in the charts as he is breaking all types of records this season.
      Who are the favourites to become the 2022/23 Champions League top scorer?
      Karim Benzema is surprisingly yet to register a goal in this season’s competition, but the Real Madrid sharp shooter will no doubt be a favourite.
      It’s also hard not to include Robert Lewandowski as a top candidate due his fantastic start to life at Barcelona.
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      But there will be a lot of chips placed on Erling Haaland who is in phenomenal form for Manchester City – scoring THREE hattricks in his last three home games.
      Dark horses for the top scorer awards are the likes of Bayern Munich’s Sadio Mane, sought-after Shakhtar Donetsk attacker, Mykhaylo Mudryk and a certain Argentinian magician, Lionel Messi.
      Champions League top scorers 2022/23
      As of Tuesday, October 4

      Erling Haaland – Man City – 3
      Robert Lewandowski – Barcelona – 3
      Kylian Mbappe – PSG – 3
      Mykhaylo Mudryk – Shakhtar Donetsk – 3
      Piotr Zielinski – Napoli – 2
      Leroy Sane – Bayern Munich – 2
      Mohammed Kudus – Ajax – 2
      Marian Shved – Shakhtar Donetsk – 2
      Alexis Saelemaekers – AC Milan – 2
      Mislav Orsic – Dinamo Zagbreb – 2
      Noah Okafor – RB Salzburg – 2
      Jude Bellingham – Borussia Dortmund – 2
      Richarlison – Tottenham – 2

      Who scored in the Champions League last time out?
      Bayern Munich vs Barcelona was the standout fixture on matchday two where the Bavarians comfortably won 2-0.
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      Leroy Sane’s goal sealed the points for Bayern Munich and temporarily closed the gap on Haaland.
      However, Haaland’s sensational winner against his former team Borussia Dortmund, saw the Manchester City goal machine stretch his lead at the top of the charts.
      Meanwhile, the tremendous Paris Saint-German trio of Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Neymar all netted against Israeli champions Maccabi Haifa.
      Liverpool’s Mo Salah and Chelsea’s Raheem Sterling also got in on the action.
      Upcoming fixtures
      Tuesday, October 4
      Group A

      Group B

      Club Brugge vs Atletico Madrid
      FC Porto vs Bayer Leverkusen

      Group C

      Group D

      Marseille vs Sporting CP
      Eintracht Frankfurt vs Tottenham Hotspur

      Wednesday, October 5
      Group E

      FC Salzburg vs Dinamo Zagreb
      Chelsea vs AC Milan

      Group F

      RB Leipzig vs Celtic
      Real Madrid vs Shakhtar Donetsk

      Group G

      Who has previously won the Champions League top scorer award?
      Cristiano Ronaldo leads the way for the amount of top scorer awards won having clinched it SEVEN times, while Lionel Messi is close behind with six.
      Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have 13 top scorer awards between themCredit: AFP or licensors

      2021/22: Karim Benzema (Real Madrid) – 15
      2020/21: Erling Haaland (Dortmund) – 10
      2019/20: Robert Lewandowski (Bayern) – 152018/19: Lionel Messi (Barcelona) – 12
      2017/18: Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid) – 15
      2016/17: Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid) – 12
      2015/16: Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid) – 16
      2014/15: Lionel Messi (Barcelona), Neymar (Barcelona), Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid) – 10
      2013/14: Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid) – 17
      2012/13: Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid) – 12
      2011/12: Lionel Messi (Barcelona) – 14
      2010/11: Lionel Messi (Barcelona) – 12
      2009/10: Lionel Messi (Barcelona) – 8
      2008/09: Lionel Messi (Barcelona) – 9
      2007/08: Cristiano Ronaldo (Manchester United) – 8
      2006/07: Kaká (AC Milan) – 10
      2005/06: Andriy Shevchenko (AC Milan) – 9
      2004/05: Ruud van Nistelrooy (Manchester United) – 8
      2003/04: Fernando Morientes (Monaco) – 9
      2002/03: Ruud van Nistelrooy (Manchester United) – 12
      2001/02: Ruud van Nistelrooy (Manchester United) – 10
      2000/01: Raúl González (Real Madrid) – 7
      1999/2000: Mário Jardel (Porto), Rivaldo (Barcelona), Raúl González (Real Madrid) – 10
      1998/99: Andriy Shevchenko (Dynamo Kyiv), Dwight Yorke (Manchester United) – 8
      1997/98: Alessandro Del Piero (Juventus) – 10
      1996/97: Milinko Pantić (Atlético Madrid) – 5
      1995/96: Jari Litmanen (Ajax) – 9
      1994/95: George Weah (Paris Saint-Germain) – 71993/94: Hristo Stoichkov (Barcelona) – 5
      1992/93: Franck Sauzée (Marseille) – 5

      What did Karim Benzema win for being Champions League top goal scorer?
      French forward Karim Benzema’s 15 goals contributed to Real Madrid winning the Champions League last season.
      Benzema won UEFA Men’s Player of the Year while Ancelotti secured best coachCredit: EPA
      And it also was a big factor in him being named the UEFA Men’s Player of the Year award.
      After collecting his award, Benzema said: I’m really happy,
      “It’s the first time I’ve won this trophy but for me the most important thing is to win trophies with the team.
      “Mr Ancelotti is the best coach in the world; he gets it right with every player, he gives us confidence and he tells you what to do before every match.” More

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      How Chelsea could line up against AC Milan with Pulisic earning starting spot for must-win Champions League clash

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      CHELSEA will continue the Graham Potter era when they host AC Milan in the Champions League on Wednesday night.The Blues are winless in Europe so far and desperately need to lift themselves off the bottom of the group.
      Here’s how Chelsea could line up on Wednesday night in their crucial clash with AC Milan
      New boss Potter nabbed his first win away at Palace on Saturday and the Blues desperately need anotherCredit: Alamy
      Potter, 47, was announced as the new Blues boss last month – the No1 target was signed a matter of hours after Thomas Tuchel was sacked.
      The former Brighton gaffer has only handled two games in charge so far.
      It was a 1-1 debut draw with RB Salzburg and a last minute Prem win against Crystal Palace on Saturday.
      Marc Cucurella missed the weeked’s game through an illness and Potter used a 4-2-2-2 formation.
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      Cucurella was back in training on Tuesday morning but presuming he isn’t fit enough to start, Ben Chilwell should continue to fill in at left-back.
      Reece James will play the on the opposite flank at right-back, with Thiago Silva and summer signing Wesley Fofana in the centre of defence.
      Italian stalwart Jorginho and Mateo Kovacic will hold the midfield.
      N’Golo Kante is back in training and may see some action off the bench.
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      In attack, Christian Pulisic has his confidence back after falling out with the departing Tuchel.
      Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored with a super turning volley against Palace at the weekend so expect him to remain up top with Raheem Sterling.
      Star Sterling revealed his new boots yesterday, which come with a special tribute to his sister and the hardship they endured.
      The bus-seat patterns are inspired by memories of taking three different buses as a child to make it to training.
      Sterling said: “3 buses to get to training. 18, 182 and 140. I’ll never forget those numbers.”
      Alternatively, Potter could launch Kante into the mix in this crucial European clash.
      If Cucurella returns, Potter could switch back to the 5-3-2 formation used against Salzburg with Sterling and James as attacking wing-backs.
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      Mendy, Kante and Cucurella are all back in training so Mendy could come in to replace Kepa Arrizabalaga.
      Kai Havertz may keep his place with Pulisic remaining on the bench. More

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      RB Leipzig vs Celtic: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for Champions League clash

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      CELTIC face a tough test as they travel to Germany for a Champions League clash with RB Leipzig. The Bhoys drew their last clash in Europe with Shakhtar Donetsk 1-1, after losing 3-0 to Real Madrid in their opener.
      RB Leipzig are still looking for their first Champions League win this seasonCredit: AFP
      Celtic drew with Shakhtar Donetsk 1-1 in their last Champions League clashCredit: Reuters
      RB Leipzig, on the other hand, are yet to pick up a single point.
      They were thrashed by Shakthar 4-1 and comfortably beaten by Los Blancos in several weeks ago.
      So Celtic will be confident they can pick up their first win against an out of sorts Leipzig side.

      What time does Leipzig vs Celtic kick off?

      Leipzig’s clash with Celtic will take place on Wednesday, October 5.
      The game will get going from 5.45pm UK time.
      Leipzig vs Celtic will be held at the Red Bull Arena in Germany.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Leipzig vs Celtic will be shown live on BT Sport 4 in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the BT Sport app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

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      Team news
      Dani Olmo is sidelined for Leipzig as he has a ligament problem.
      Both Lukas Klostermann and Konrad Laimer have been ruled out of the game with ankle injuries.
      Ex-Chelsea striker Timo Werner and Blues target Christopher Nkunku will start alongside each other up front.
      James McCarthy is a doubt for Celtic through illness while Cameron Carter-Vickers has a knock.
      Jota and Daizen Maeda are set to play up top for the Bhoys.
      Odds

      Leipzig – 11/20
      Draw – 7/2
      Celtic – 9/2

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      Arsenal and Chelsea handed tough Champions Leagues group stage duels against Lyon and Real Madrid

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      ARSENAL and Chelsea are set for tricky Champions League group phase clashes against some of Europe’s most formidable sides.The rivals have been drawn in what some fans have dubbed groups of death with the Blues facing Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain and the Gunners taking on Lyon and Juventus.
      Juventus and Lyon are among the teams Arsenal will battle for a place knockout stage of this season’s Champions LeagueCredit: Getty
      Chelsea will be vying with Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid for top spot in Group ACredit: PA
      Caroline Weir and her Real Madrid team-mates are currently third in Spain’s top tierCredit: Getty
      Chelsea, who are in Group A, are set for ties against French giants PSG and a Madrid side that includes former Manchester City forward Caroline Weir.
      This will be the second time in the space of three months that Madrid have come up against one of England’s top sides following their defeat of Manchester City.
      That August clash saw Weir net the winner that sealed City’s exit from the contest at the qualifying stage for a second successive season.
      The Blues, who reached the finals in 2021, will also take on PSG who finished the runners-up in France’s top-flight last term.
      The last Champions League clash between the sides was back in the quarter-final stage of the contest in March 2019.

      And Emma Hayes’s aces emerged the victors of that tie (with a 3-2 aggregate score line) knocking their rivals out to reach the semis phase.
      They will also face Albanian side KS Vllaznia, who reached the group stage for the first time in their history this season.
      Meanwhile, Arsenal are set for a reunion with former boss Joe Montemurro with the WSL leaders drawn into the same group as Juventus.
      It will also see Gunners’ summer signing Lina Hurtig go up against the Italian side she helped to reach the last eight of the contest last term.
      And Jonas Eidevall’s stars, who will play their Group C home fixtures at the Emirates, will also face a stern test home and away against Lyon.
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      The French giants currently hold the record for the highest number of Champions League trophy wins having won the tournament eight times.
      Meanwhile, Barcelona and Bayern Munich have been drawn in Group D alongside Swedish side Rosengard and Portuguese club Benfica.
      Duels between the Catalan giants and the runners-up to last year’s Bundesliga title could see Keira Walsh and Lucy Bronze go up against their former Man City team-mate Georgia Stanway.
      Former Arsenal chief Joe Montemurro is set for a Champions League reunion with the GunnersCredit: GettyWomen’s Champions League – Group Stage Teams

      Group A
      Chelsea
      Paris Saint-Germain
      Real Madrid
      KS Vllaznia
      Group B
      Wolfsburg
      Slavia Praha
      SKN St. Polten
      Roma
      Group C
      Wolfsburg
      Slavia Praha
      SKN St. Polten
      Roma
      Group D
      Barcelona
      Bayern Munich
      Rosengard
      Benfica More

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      Chelsea vs AC Milan: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for massive Champions League match

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      CHELSEA take on AC Milan in their third Champions League clash… and they desperately need a win. The Blues are winless in European competition so far this term, having lost their opener with Dinamo Zagreb 1-0.
      Raheem Sterling scored the first goal of the Graham Potter era last monthCredit: Getty
      Chelsea have been linked with AC Milan forward Raphael LeaoCredit: AFP
      That was ex-boss Thomas Tuchel’s last game in charge before Graham Potter was hired from Brighton.
      But the English manager’s first game in charge of the Blues, against RB Salzburg, finished in a tame 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge.
      Chelsea find themselves bottom of their group and will be eager to get a big win for Potter, who won his first game as manager against Crystal Palace at the weekend.
      But Serie A champs Milan will be out to pick up a big result in London.

      What time does Chelsea vs AC Milan kick off?

      Chelsea’s clash with AC Milan will take place on Wednesday, October 5.
      The game will get going from 8pm UK time.
      Chelsea vs AC Milan will be held at Stamford Bridge in London.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Chelsea vs AC Milan will be shown live on BT Sport 2 in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the BT Sport app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

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      Team news
      Chelsea will be without Edouard Mendy and N’Golo Kante, who are both still injured with knee and thigh problems respectively.
      Marc Cucurella has an illness so is still out of action for the Blues.
      Conor Gallagher could start the game after his heroics against former club Crystal Palace last weekend.
      Olivier Giroud and Fikayo Tomori will both be in Milan’s XI as they make their returns to Chelsea.
      Odds

      Chelsea – 7/10
      Draw – 29/10
      AC Milan – 4/1

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      Man City vs Copenhagen: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for Champions League clash

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      IMAGINE having to come up against Erling Haaland – that’s exactly what Copenhagen have to do.Manchester City sit top of group G after a 4-0 win over Sevilla in the opening match before beating Borussia Dortmund 2-1 last month, with the winner from former Dortmund star Haaland.
      Erling Haaland celebrating his winner against former club Borussia Dortmund in the Champions LeagueCredit: Rex
      Copenhagen in action against Sevilla in a 0-0 draw in the Champions LeagueCredit: Reuters
      Copenhagen sit behind both Borussia Dortmund and Man City in third place, with their only point of the group stage so far coming at home to Sevilla.
      After losing 3-0 in Germany in their opening match of the group, the Danish side have it all to do when they travel to the Etihad on Wednesday, facing Pep Guardiola’s inform side.
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      What time does Man City vs Copenhagen kick off?

      Man City face Copenhagen on Wednesday, October 5.
      The game will start from 8pm UK time.
      Man City vs Copenhagen will be held at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Man City vs Copenhagen will be shown live on BT Sport 3 in the UK.
      You can live stream the action at the Etihad from the BT Sport app. This can be downloaded on your mobile or tablet device.

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      Team news
      Guardiola will be without up to four of his first-team stars when Copenhagen travel to Manchester.
      Summer signing Kalvin Phillips remains sidelined after undergoing surgery.
      The midfielder has been joined by Spaniard Rodri, with the 26-year-old absent for Man City’s 6-3 victory over rivals Manchester United on Sunday.
      John Stones picked up a devastating injury on international duty with England while his national and club teammate Kyle Walker was taken off in the Manchester derby on Sunday through injury.
      For the visitors, Akinkunmi Amoo has been ruled out for the season with a serious knee injury.
      Mamadou Karamako is set to miss Wednesday’s clash and is not expected to return to action this month.
      Odds
      Man City – 1/16
      Draw – 13/1
      Copenhagen – 40/1
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      Inter Milan vs Barcelona: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for big Champions League clash

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      BARCELONA take on Inter Milan in a battle of European giants in the Champions League. Barca got their campaign off to a good start, beating Viktoria Plzen, but they were beaten comfortably by Bayern Munich a week later.
      Robert Lewandowski couldn’t help Barca beat his former side last monthCredit: Getty
      Bayern Munich also beat Inter Milan 2-0 in the Champions LeagueCredit: Getty
      Inter suffered the same fate at the hands of Bayern losing 2-0 at home last month.
      And now Xavi’s men will be hoping to pick up a big win against a solid Inter side who are also looking to take that second spot behind likely group winners Bayern.

      What time does Inter vs Barcelona kick off?

      Barcelona’s clash with Inter Milan will take place on Tuesday, October 4.
      The game will get underway from 8pm UK time.
      Inter Milan vs Barcelona will be held at the San Siro in Milan.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Inter Milan vs Barcelona will be shown live on BT Sport 4 in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the BT Sport app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

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      Team news
      Marcelo Brozovic is still missing for Inter, who suffered a thigh injury while in international duty with Croatia.
      Romelu Lukaku is also still injured, giving Joaquin Correa or Edin Dzeko the chance to partner Lautaro Martinez up front.
      Frankie De Jong and Jules Kounde are injured for Barcelona and Ronaldo Araujo remains a long-term absentee.
      Raphinha should come back into the XI for Xavi’s side after sitting on the bench at the weekend.
      Odds

      Inter – 10/3
      Draw – 29/10
      Barcelona – 4/5

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      Frankfurt vs Tottenham: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for Champions League game

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      TOTTENHAM are up against tricky German side Frankfurt in their next Champions League match-up. Spurs got their European campaign off to the perfect start with a 2-0 win over Marseille at the beginning of last month.
      Tottenham overcame Marseille 2-0 in their first Champions League clashCredit: Reuters
      Frankfurt are top of their Champions League groupCredit: Getty
      But they were undone in their second clash, losing 2-0 to Sporting Lisbon in Portugal’s capital.
      Europa League winners Frankfurt, meanwhile, won their two opening games and are yet to concede a goal in the competition.
      Tottenham will be reeling from their 3-1 defeat to North London rivals Arsenal at the weekend.
      And Frankfurt will be licking their lips at the thought of inflicting more damage on Antonio Conte’s men.

      What time does Frankfurt vs Tottenham kick off?

      Tottenham’s clash with Frankfurt will take place on Tuesday, October 4.
      The game will get underway from 8pm UK time.
      Frankfurt vs Tottenham will be held at Deutsche Bank Park.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Tottenham’s visit to Frankfurt will be shown live on BT Sport 3 in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the BT Sport app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

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      Team news
      Tottenham are still likely to be without Dejan Kulusevaki, who also missed the loss to Arsenal.
      Lucas Moura is also on the sidelines with a calf injury, with Ben Davies’ fitness a doubt to contend with too.
      Ryan Sessegnon looks set to start and Yves Bissouma could also play in midfield from the off.
      Midfielder Kristijan Jakic will be ascent after picking up a knock on international duty with Croatia.
      Odds

      Frankfurt – 12/5
      Draw – 5/2
      Tottenham – 11/10

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