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      Is Diogo Dalot eligible to play for AC Milan vs Man Utd?

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      MANCHESTER UNITED face a tricky Europa League last-16 clash against Italian giants AC Milan.
      The Red Devils welcome the Serie A high-fliers to Old Trafford on Thursday, buoyant from a derby day win over Man City.

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      Dalot netted a wonder goal against Verona – his second for AC MilanCredit: AFP or licensors
      Is Diogo Dalot eligible to play for AC Milan vs Man Utd?
      Diogo Dalot has been on loan at the Milan club this season after falling out of favour at United.
      The full-back was brought to the Theatre of Dreams in 2018 from Porto but has since failed to nail down a starting berth.
      Much is expected of the right-back, who is still only 21 and could yet have a bright future with the club.

      Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was happy for him to leave on a temporary basis earlier this campaign, joining Milan last October on a season-long loan.
      Dalot has appeared 20 times for AC so far in 2020/21, netting twice and also chipping in with two assists.

      The full back has gained valuable experience on loanCredit: AP:Associated Press
      And there is NO clause in his loan deal stopping him playing against his former club.
      As such, Dalot could line-up against United in either of the two legs of their Europa League showdown.

      Speaking ahead of the tie, boss Ole said: “[Milan] are on the up and have done really well this season.
      “I’ve been so impressed by [Zlatan], and Diogo we know. He went there to get some experience at a big club and he’s learned a lot.
      “He’s played a lot more games this season, kept fit and, hopefully, we can give him some bother!”

      When is AC Milan vs Man Utd and how can I watch on TV?
      Man Utd face AC Milan on Thursday, March 11.
      Kick-off is set for 5.55pm GMT.
      You can catch all of the action live on BT Sport 1. More

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      PSG vs Barcelona FREE: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Champions League showdown

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are in full control of their Champions League tie against Barcelona as they welcome the Catalan giants for the second leg.
      The French champions cruised to a stunning 4-1 win in Spain, as Kylian Mbappe put Barca to the sword.

      Mbappe was in sparkling form as PSG won 4-1 in Barcelona

      Barca will have to conjure another magical comeback if they’re to go into the hat for the quarter-final draw on March 19.
      When is PSG vs Barcelona?
      The second leg of this last-16 tie is set for Wednesday, March 10.
      Kick-off is at 8pm GMT.
      Barca were last here in 2017, when they were thumped 4-0 thanks to a brace from Angel Di Maria.
      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      You can catch this game live on BT Sport 3.
      To stream, download the BT Sport app on your mobile, tablet, games console or PC.
      How can I watch for free?
      EE customers can get BT Sport INCLUDED to their plan at no extra cost if they are on a plan with Smart Benefits – simply log in to EE and choose BT Sport app.
      And then get it on the big screen by texting SPORT to 150 to get a FREE three-month trial of Large Screen so you can cast all the action on your TV.
      At the end of the three months you will automatically roll onto the £5 per month BT Sport Large Screen subscription unless cancelled.

      What is the team news?
      Neymar is back in training for PSG but Mauricio Pochettino may choose to hold back the Brazilian due to a niggling groin issue.

      Alessandro Florenzi is back in the fold, so PSG’s only confirmed absentees are Moise Kean and Juan Bernat.
      Gerard Pique, Sergi Roberto and Ronald Araujo are all doubts for the visitors, while Philippe Coutinho and Ansu Fati will definitely miss out.
      Antoine Griezmann and Lionel Messi are set to start upfront, with Ousmane Dembele pushing for a place in the XI.
      Match odds
      PSG victory – 11/10
      Draw – 3/1
      Barcelona victory – 15/8
      Barca to qualify – 16/1
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      Dortmund 2 Sevilla 2 LIVE REACTION: Haaland double sends Dortmund to Champions League quarter-final – latest updates

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      ERLING HAALAND’S brilliant brace was enough for Borussia Dortmund to draw 2-2 with Sevilla in Germany and go through to the Champions League quarter-finals.
      RESULT: Dortmund 2 Sevilla 2
      Dortmund XI: Hitz, Schulz, Hummels, Can, Morey, Delaney, Dahoud, Bellingham, Hazard, Reus, Haaland
      Sevilla XI: Bono, Navas, Jounde, Carlos, Acuna, Fernando, Jordan, Oscar, Suso, Ocampos, En-Nesyri
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      THAT’S ALL FOR TONIGHT!
      Borussia Dortmund are through to the Champions League quarter finals after drawing 2-2 with Sevilla but winning the tie 5-4 on aggregate.
      Dortmund raced into a 2-0 lead thanks to two goals from Erling Haaland either side of half time.
      Sevilla fought back with two goals from Yousseff En-Nesyri, the second of which was deep injury time to force a grandstand finish, but Dortmund held on to seal their place in the last eight.
      Join us for more live blogs on SunSport as the Champions League action continues tomorrow night.
      Goodnight!

      MORE FROM HAALAND
      The Dortmund striker told beIn: “A crazy game and a crazy, amazing win.  A very nice win to go through.”

      GREAT NIGHT FOR DORTMUND

      REACTION FROM ACUNA
      The full back told Sevilla TV:
      “We came looking for a different result and we fought until the end.
      “We knew it would be a difficult game and we had to give our best. The important thing was we never let up. The home defeat is the thing I’d like to change about this.”

      REACTION FROM EN-NESYRI
      “We’re not happy with the result. We played really well. Truth is, we didn’t have any luck – they had one chance and they scored. We wanted to stay in the competition.
      “We weren’t lucky but I’m happy with the effort of the team. We fought until the last minute.”

      REACTION FROM HAALAND
      “It was a hard game – I’m tired now, but to be in the next round feels very big.
      “We knew that they were going to come at us very hard, but when we scored they needed three – to be 1-0 up at half-time was very good and it was a nice goal.
      “I missed the first penalty, but if he’d stood on the line I’d have scored – like I did with the second.
      “I was a little bit nervous on the second penalty, but I knew it would be nice to score a second goal.”

      SEVILLA HEAT MAP

      DORTMUND HEAT MAP

      AVERAGE POSITION OF BOTH SIDES

      BIG NIGHT FOR BELLINGHAM

      HAALAND ENJOYED THAT ONE!

      HAALAND STAT-ATTACK

      DORTMUND STAT-ATTACK

      A HISTORIC NIGHT FOR HAALAND

      DORTMUND ARE THROUGH!!!!!

      PEEEEEEEP!!!!!!!!
      FULL TIME
      DORTMUND 2-2 SEVILLA

      DORTMUND 2-2 SEVILLA
      94. En-Nesyri heads in after a cross from Rakitic!!!!!!
      Game on!!!!!!!!

      GOAL!!!!!!!! SEVILLA!!!!!!!!!!!

      DORTMUND 2-1 SEVILLA
      93. Sevilla still coming forward but don’t look like scoring.
      Looks like Dortmund will see this one out.

      DORTMUND 2-1 SEVILLA
      90. There will be six minutes of added time.

      DORTMUND 2-1 SEVILLA
      87. Sevilla desperately seeking an equaliser but Dortmund looking comfortable in their defensive shape.
      The home side are content to run down the clock.

      DORTMUND 2-1 SEVILLA
      84. Chance! A flowing move by Dortmund, Haaldand picks out Dahoud in the box, he shoots but his is blocked!
      Great football from Dortmund, the move deserved a goal.

      DORTMUND 2-1 SEVILLA
      81. Dortmund pushing Sevilla back, the away side are running out of time.
      End to end feel about the game, Sevilla will fancy their chances of getting another.

      DORTMUND 2-1 SEVILLA
      75. Sevilla continuing to dominate play, Dortmund are happy to sit back and protect their lead.
      However they do look dangerous on the break with Reus in particular pulling the strings.

      DORTMUND 2-1 SEVILLA
      72. Sevilla really going for it, if they can find another then it really is game on.
      A far from convincing display from Dortmund tonight.

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

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      LIVERPOOL welcome RB Leipzig to Anfield with a two-goal cushion in their Champions League tie.
      The Reds cruised to victory in Germany during the first leg, but will be wary of the Bundesliga side after crashing to a sixth-straight home defeat at the weekend.

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      Liverpool are hoping for success in Europe after a poor defence of their Premier League titleCredit: AFP
      When is Liverpool vs RB Leipzig?
      This Champions League last-16 second leg will be held on Wednesday, March 10.
      Kick-off at Anfield is set for 8pm GMT.
      It will be the first ever meeting between the sides on Merseyside.
      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      You can catch all of the action live on BT Sport here in the UK.
      The match is being broadcast on BT Sport 2 and BT Sport Ultimate.
      Download the official app on your mobile, tablet, PC or games console to stream.

      How can I watch for free?
      EE customers can get BT Sport INCLUDED to their plan at no extra cost if they are on a plan with Smart Benefits – simply log in to EE and choose BT Sport app.
      And then get it on the big screen by texting SPORT to 150 to get a FREE three-month trial of Large Screen so you can cast all the action on your TV.
      At the end of the three months you will automatically roll onto the £5 per month BT Sport Large Screen subscription unless cancelled.

      What is the team news?
      Both Roberto Firmino and Ozan Kabak are game-time decisions after missing the defeat to Fulham at the weekend through injury.
      Klopp made seven changes for that loss and Fabinho, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Thiago are expected to return to tehe XI.
      Jordan Henderson, Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez and Joel Matip are all still out.
      Marcel Sabitzer and Willi Orban are doubts for the visitors, who welcome back Emil Forsberg after he missed the first leg.

      Match odds
      Liverpool to win – 11/8
      Draw – 5/2
      Leipzig victory – 9/5
      *All odds from Paddy Power and correct at time of publication. More

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      How Chelsea or Liverpool could miss out on Champions League even if they finish fourth in Premier League

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      THIS year’s race to finish in the Premier League top four is starting to hot up.
      Manchester City might have pulled away at the top of the table, but there’s a real battle on below them to qualify for the Champions League.

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      Spurs are one of the favourites for this season’s Europa LeagueCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Could Chelsea or Liverpool miss out on Champions League if they finish fourth?
      Since 2018, any side that has finished in the Premier League top four qualifies automatically for the Champions League.
      So far, so simple.
      But this year a specific set of circumstances could see one unlucky side miss out on a place in the tournament, even if they end up in fourth position.

      Uefa rules state that a maximum of FIVE teams from one country can play in the Champions League.
      And if you win the tournament, you automatically qualify for the next to defend your crown.

      Liverpool could miss out on the Champions League next season – even if they finish fourthCredit: Reuters
      Whereas if you win the Europa League, you’re rewarded with a place in the Champions League for the following season.
      English teams are enjoying a fruitful season in both the EL and CL, meaning the possibility of two Premier League winners is still on.

      If two Prem sides do lift the trophies this season – and both finish OUTSIDE the top four in back home – they will take their place regardless in the Champions League 2021/22.
      In this albeit unlikely scenario, the side finishing fourth in the table would have to go into the Europa League, not the Champions League.
      For example, here’s how Chelsea could miss out on the CL if they finish fourth –
      Tottenham win the Europa League, but finish fifth in PL.
      Liverpool win the Champions League, only finish sixth in PL.
      Premier League top-three head into the Champions League, along with Spurs and Liverpool as European winners.
      Chelsea finish fourth in PL, but must now head into Europa League as five slots already filled.

      Champions League last-16 draw
      RB Leipzig vs Liverpool
      Barcelona vs PSG
      Porto vs Juventus
      Sevilla vs Dortmund
      Lazio vs Bayern Munich
      Atletico Madrid vs Chelsea
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      How Barcelona lined up with Messi, Ronaldinho and Eto’o last time they were knocked out of Champions League last 16

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      BARCELONA find themselves teetering on the brink of an early Champions League exit at the hands of Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday night.
      The LaLiga giants are at the mercy of Mauricio Pochettino’s side, having been battered 4-1 by Kylian Mbappe and Co in the first leg at home last month.

      How Barca lined up against Liverpool

      Liverpool celebrate overcoming the reigning championsCredit: PA:Press Association

      Ronaldinho, Messi and Eto’o had been gaining accolades as they terrorised defencesCredit: AFP – Getty

      And barring a miraculous comeback, Ronald Koeman’s side will be eliminated at the round of 16 stage for the first time since 2007.
      Frank Rijkaard’s men were reigning champions on that occasion, but fell to the previous winners Liverpool in a tightly contested affair.
      Rafa Benitez’s Reds had returned to Anfield with a priceless 2-1 victory in Spain, courtesy of goals by Craig Bellamy and John Arne Riise.
      Amazingly, the two scorers had just been involved in an infamous golf club bust-up, with Riise having accused Bellamy of attacking him with a golf club after he’d refused to join the Welshman on stage to sing a song earlier in the day.

      Both shrugged off the incident for their team, with Bellamy incredibly making light of it by swinging an imaginary golf club in celebration after scoring.
      The return leg was a tight affair, as Barca tried to edge their way back into the tie.
      Their team resembled a halfway house between Rijkaard’s 2006 Champions League winners and Pep Guardiola’s 2009 vintage.
      The likes of Lionel Messi, Xavi, Andres Iniesta, Carles Puyol and Victor Valdes were all starters.

      Craig Bellamy had produced his infamous golf swing celebration during the first leg in BarcelonaCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      The Reds defeated Ronaldinho and CoCredit: AFP
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      But they were joined by a host of other stars.
      With Gerard Pique still at Manchester United, Puyol was partnered in central defence by Mexican Rafa Marquez, while La Masia graduate Oleguer and French legend Lilian Thuram patrolled the flanks.
      Sergio Busquets was just 18 at this point, with Deco instead the third member of Xavi and Iniesta’s midfield triumvirate.
      As for Messi, he was joined in attack by two other legends of the game, in Samuel Eto’o and Ronaldinho.
      As the tie ebbed away, Rijkaard threw on Ludovic Giuly and former Chelsea star Eidur Gudjohnsen.
      And the Icelandic forward managed to get his side back into the game with 15 minutes to go, by converting Xavi’s pass after rounding Pepe Reina.
      The Reds held firm to send Barcelona packing, however, and would go on to reach the final themselves, only being thwarted by Carlo Ancelotti’s brilliant AC Milan team 2-1 in the final.

      Frank Rijkaard failed to conjure up a famous European comebackCredit: AP:Associated Press

      Riise and Bellamy buried the hatchet for their teamCredit: PA:Press Association
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      Juventus vs Porto FREE: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Champions League second leg

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      JUVENTUS have it all to do as they host Porto in the Champions League.
      Cristiano Ronaldo and Co are 2-1 behind in the tie after the first-leg, but Federico Chiesa’s late strike has given them hope.

      Ronaldo was rested at the weekend ahead of this huge gameCredit: AFP or licensors
      When is Juventus vs Porto?
      This Champions League clash is set for Tuesday, March 9.
      Kick-off is at 8pm GMT.
      The sides last met on this ground in 2017, when Juve won another Champions League knockout tie 1-0.
      Which TV channel is it on and can I live stream?

      You can catch all of the action live on BT Sport 2.
      Coverage begins at 7.30pm.
      If you want to stream, download the BT Sport app on your mobile, tablet or PC.
      Can I watch for free?
      EE customers can get BT Sport INCLUDED to their plan at no extra cost if they are on a plan with Smart Benefits – simply log in to EE and choose BT Sport app.
      And then get it on the big screen by texting SPORT to 150 to get a FREE three-month trial of Large Screen so you can cast all the action on your TV.
      At the end of the three months you will automatically roll onto the £5 per month BT Sport Large Screen subscription unless cancelled.

      What is the team news?
      Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to be back in the side after sitting out the win over Lazio.

      Paulo Dybala remains injured though, while Matthijs de Ligt isn’t quite ready to make his comeback.
      Danilo will also sit this game out through suspension.
      For Porto, Pepe and Jesus Corona are both doubts after picking up knocks at the weekend.
      Ivan Marcano is also a major doubt, giving the Portuguese side a dilemma at the back.

      Match odds
      Juventus to win – 2/5
      Draw – 7/2
      Porto victory – 6/1
      *All odds from Paddy Power and correct at time of publication. More

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      Dortmund vs Sevilla FREE: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time and team news for Champions League clash

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      DORTMUND welcome Sevilla to Germany for the second-leg of their Champions League knockout tie.
      BVB are in the driving seat after a pulsating 3-2 win in Spain last time out, with Erling Haaland hitting a brace.

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      Haaland struck twice in Spain and was at the double again vs BayernCredit: EPA
      Sevilla will not go quietly though and have won 12 of their last 16 away games in all competitions.

      When is Dortmund vs Sevilla?
      This Champions League clash is set for Tuesday, March 9.
      Kick-off in Dortmund is at 8pm GMT.
      The teams haven’t met at this ground since 2010. when Sevilla won a Europa League group stage match 1-0.
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      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      BT Sport hold the rights to show every Champions League match live in the UK.
      This game is being shown on BT Sport 3.

      If you want to stream as a BT customer, download the official app on your mobile, tablet, PC or games console.
      Can I watch for free?
      EE customers can get BT Sport INCLUDED to their plan at no extra cost if they are on a plan with Smart Benefits – simply log in to EE and choose BT Sport app.
      And then get it on the big screen by texting SPORT to 150 to get a FREE three-month trial of Large Screen so you can cast all the action on your TV.
      At the end of the three months you will automatically roll onto the £5 per month BT Sport Large Screen subscription unless cancelled.

      What is the team news?
      Dortmund are without England winner Jadon Sancho who could be sidelined for up to a month.
      Manuel Akanji is unlikely to be available due to a hamstring problem., while Axel Witsel and Marcel Schmelzer are also out.
      Aleix Vidal misses out for the visitors, who are hoping to welcome back Jules Kounde and Yassine Bounou who both missed the La Liga clash with Elche.

      Match odds
      Dortmund to win -23/20
      Draw – 5/2
      Sevilla to win – 21/10
      Dortmund to qualify – 1/7
      Sevilla to make it through – 9/2
      *All odds from Paddy Power and correct at time of publication. More