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      Borussia Dortmund 2 Sevilla 2 (agg: 5-4): Watch Haaland become fastest to 20 Champions League goals as Gemans go through

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      ERLING HAALAND blitzed more goal records as Dortmund defied Sevilla’s storming comeback to sneak into the Champions League quarter-finals.
      The Manchester United and Man City target became the fastest player to 20 score times in the competition in just his 14th game – and the first to hit doubles in four successive ties.

      “Marco Reus sets it up and you know who does the rest!”Erling Haaland strikes again for Dortmund in the #UCL, putting his side 1-0 up vs. Sevilla! ⚽He can’t be stopped! 🔥 pic.twitter.com/YJoPz1aYO9
      — Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) March 9, 2021

      TWENTY goals in the Champions League already for Erling Haaland! 🔥He’s now the quickest player in #UCL history to hit the 20-goal mark – beating Harry Kane who did it in 24 appearances!Haaland has taken just 14 games… 🤯 pic.twitter.com/c2ahn9lMlZ
      — Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) March 9, 2021

      Borussia Dortmund superstar Erling Haaland celebrates his latest night of history-makingCredit: AP:Associated Press

      And the Norway striker absolutely shattered the previous-quickest mark to 20 strikes… the 24 matches Harry Kane needed.
      Haaland slotted home from a Dortmund breakaway with his first touch in the Sevilla box to ruin the Spaniards’ superiority of the opening 35 minutes.
      Then he tucked home a retaken penalty amid ugly scenes to seemingly leave the Germain giants cruising through.
      But Youssef En-Nesyri replied with a thumping spot-kick of his own and levelled on the night six minutes into stoppage time.

      So, remarkably, meant Dortmund had to survive a nervous finale to triumph 5-4 on aggregate – after basking for so long in Haaland’s brilliance.
      Sevilla had also been undone by Haaland in Dortmund’s 3-2 first-leg victory.
      United, City and Chelsea appear the frontrunners, should Dortmund cash in on the 20-year-old in the summer.
      And he showed once again there might be no better poacher in the world.

      Norwegian goal machine Erling Haaland followed up his first leg double with another spreeCredit: AP:Associated Press

      Dortmund striker Erling Haaland nets from virtually his first real chanceCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Erling Haaland celebrates his simple opener for Dortmund on 35 minutesCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Youssef En-Nesyri gave Sevilla late hope with a double but Dortmund held onCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Having tucked home a pull-back from Marco Reus, he doubled Dortmund’s lead with a 54th-minute penalty of amazing drama.
      Referee Cuneyt Cakir ruled out a Haaland finish from a tight angle for a foul, having been persuaded to consult VAR.
      But on seeing the replays Cakir awarded a spot-kick for Haaland being pulled in the build-up.
      Yassine Bounou saved Haaland’s kick – and celebrated in the frontman’s face.
      But as Sevilla dashed upfield the game, was called back for the keeper having been off his line for the penalty.
      Haaland knocked it home this time – and copied Bounou’s over-the-top gloating.
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      That prompted several Sevilla players to pursue him up the pitch.
      Dortmund themselves were also given a chasing – as En-Nesyri struck twice.
      But in the end Haaland’s history-making was not to be overshadowed.

      20 – Borussia Dortmund’s Erling Haaland has now scored 20 goals in 14 UEFA Champions League appearances; the quickest a player has ever reached 20 goals in the competition, and in 10 fewer appearances than the previous record holder (Harry Kane, 24). Astonishing. pic.twitter.com/jaUCwVmIks
      — OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) March 9, 2021

      Man Utd target Erling Haaland bags his and Dortmund’s second goal from the penalty spotCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Juventus 3 Porto 2 LIVE REACTION: Juve KNOCKED OUT of Champions League thanks to Porto extra-time heroics – updates

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      JUVENTUS have been knocked out of the Champions League on away goals despite beating Porto 3-2 this evening in Turin.
      RESULT: Juventus 3 Porto 2
      Juventus XI: Szczesny, Cuadrado, Bonucci, Demiral, Sandro, Chiesa, Arthur, Rabiot, Ramsey, Morata, Ronaldo
      Porto XI: Marchesin, Manafa, Mbemba, Pepe, Zaidu, Sergio Oliveira, Uribe, Otavio, Tecatito, Taremi, Marega
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      THAT’S ALL FROM TURIN
      Ten-man Porto beat the odds against Juventus and went through to the Champions League quarter-finals after a dramatic encounter that went to extra time.
      The visitors opened the scoring with Sergio Oliveira’s penalty after 19 minutes and went back to the dressing room with an important 3-1 lead on aggregate.
      However, Juve came back stronger and equalised with Federico Chiesa’s beautiful curling shot from a tight angle down the left flank on 49 minutes.
      Porto tried to react but lost Mehdi Taremi to a second yellow card just five minutes later after the striker booted the ball away in anger.
      The visitors were unable to produce after Taremi’s dismissal and so Chiesa gave Juventus the lead after 63 minutes thanks to a beautiful header.
      The match went to extra-time and the Bianconeri continued to hammer the depleted Dragons.
      However, Oliveira got a second goal on 115 minutes following a clever free-kick from 20-odd yards that he delivered under Juventus’ awful wall and buried behind Wojciech Szczesny’s bottom right corner.
      Adrien Rabiot responded with a header that went past Agustin Marchesin just two minutes later but Porto held on to a 4-4 aggregate that saw them going through on away goals and eliminating Juventus as well as Cristiano Ronaldo.
      That’s all from us here at SunSport, have a lovely night!

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      LO MOMENT
      Juventus manager Andrea Pirlo admits it’s going to take a while until his team can erase tonight’s shock.
      Pirlo told Sky Sport Italia: “When you make four big errors over two legs in the Champions League Round of 16, you can get eliminated.
      “We didn’t get it wrong when Porto were down to 10, as all we could do was try to spread them out by moving the ball side to side and packing the penalty area with bodies. That is how the goals arrived.
      “It will take a few days to cancel this game from our minds, but then we must face every game with the right attitude, realise we’re still only in March and have time to climb the Serie A table.”

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      OL MY GOD
      Porto hero Sergio Oliveira, who scored both of the visitors’ goals in Turin, is ecstatic after the team’s qualification and insists they never gave up, even after Mehdi Taremi’s dismissal.
      Oliveira said: “It is a unique feeling to score two goals here and I am very happy for the qualification.
      “It is a source of pride for the club, which already deserved it, and for the country.
      “We had to suffer. We played with the lines down, but we always wanted to score.
      “The goal finally came and we are immensely happy. We must be proud of what we have done. I want to dedicate this victory to our fans.”

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      IM-PORT-ANT MILESTONE
      Porto have qualified for the Champions League quarter-finals, and they did it in style!
      The defending Portuguese champions have eliminated not only Juventus, but also Cristiano Ronaldo.
      And that was no fluke, as they won the first leg in dominant fashion.
      If you think about it, Porto might be a major reason why we may see the rest of the Champions League without Ronaldo AND Lionel Messi!

      2003-04 – FC Porto have progressed in a Champions League knockout tie after winning the first leg for the first time since the 2003-04 quarter-final vs Lyon. Survival.
      — OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) March 9, 2021

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      SERG-ING THROUGH
      Here is how Sergio Oliveira sent Porto through to the Champions League quarter-finals.
      Oliveira delivered a low shot through Juventus’ awful wall and buried the ball down Wojciech Szczesny’s bottom right corner.
      Szczesny got a touch but couldn’t stop this beautiful shot.
      Enjoy:

      THIS IS TRULY INCREDIBLE!!!!Sérgio Oliveira scores for 10-man Porto and the visitors are on the brink of going through!WHAT. A. GAME! pic.twitter.com/PkUAlrfxd5
      — Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) March 9, 2021

      STATS
      Juventus suffered a shock elimination from the Champions League even though Porto played with 10 men for over 66 minutes after Mehdi Taremi’s dismissal.
      Juve also dominated a whopping 68.4 per cent of possession throughout the encounter.
      The defending Italian champions got 31 shots in, 13 of which were on target, compared to the visitors’ 14, seven of which were on target.
      The dramatic encounter saw a whopping seven yellow cards coming out, four of which went to Juventus

      FT: JUVENTUS 3-2 PORTO
      Ten-man Porto have gone through to the Champions League quarter-finals after a dramatic match that went to extra time.
      The visitors opened the scoring after 19 minutes with Sergio Oliveira’s penalty.
      Juve equalised in the second half on 49 minutes with Federico Chiesa’s scintillating curling shot from a tight angle down the left flank.
      Porto tried to respond but lost Mehdi Taremi to a second yellow card after he kicked the ball away in frustration in the 54th minute.
      Juventus turned things around after 63 minutes with Chiesa’s header.
      The game went to extra-time where Porto beat the odds and netted a second away goal with Oliveira’s brilliant free-kick after 115 minutes.
      Adrien Rabiot got one back in two minutes later with a header but Juventus didn’t have another late shocker in store

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      PEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP!
      AND THAT’S THE END! PORTO ARE THROUGH!!!!!!

      JUVENTUS 3-2 PORTO
      120+4 WHAT A CHANCE!
      Cuadrado whips in a free-kick and Marchesin saves after flick toards his goal!

      JUVENTUS 3-2 PORTO
      120+2 YELLOW CARD
      Mbemba gets in the books, probably for dissent…
      So much happening!

      JUVENTUS 3-2 PORTO
      90+2 CHANCE
      Rabiot wastes a chance in the closing moments with an awful shot at the edge of the box.
      The Juventus star had a lot of options

      JUVENTUS 3-2 PORTO
      120 Nothing fromt he corner kick.
      Three more minutes of stoppage time to go!!!

      JUVENTUS 3-2 PORTO
      120 But it’s just a corner!
      Can they score from that?

      JUVENTUS 3-2 PORTO
      120 PENALTY APPEAL!
      VAR are looking at a potential penalty for Juventus!
      De Ligt goes down after a challenge from Leite!

      JUVENTUS 3-2 PORTO
      118 SUBSTITUTION
      Porto make another switch as Loum replaces the visitors’ hero Oliveira

      JUVENTUS 3-2 PORTO
      117 What a game!
      Rabiot gets a header from a corner kick and beats Marchesin!
      Juventus need another goal as Porto have scored two away goals on their aggregate of 4-4

      GOOOOOOAAAAAAAAALLLLLLLLL!
      JUVENTUS SCORE WITH RABIOT!!!!!!!!!

      JUVENTUS 2-2 PORTO
      115 Unbelievable!
      Oliveira scores with an incredible free-kick from 20-odd yards!
      The wall is a shambles as the Porto star goes low and beats Szczesny down his bottom right corner.
      The ex-Arsenal keeper got a touch but it wasn’t enough!

      GOOOOOOAAAAAAAALLLLLLLLLLLL!
      PORTO SCORE WITH OLIVEIRA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

      JUVENTUS 2-1 PORTO
      114 YELLOW CARD
      Rabiot gets booked for a bad foul on Diaz

      JUVENTUS 2-1 PORTO
      113 CHANCE!
      Kulusevski runs the ball down the right flank with a lovely run and finds Morata in midfield.
      The Juventus star shoots but but the ball goes straight to Marchesin

      JUVENTUS 2-1 PORTO
      113 For your information…
      The replay shows Cuadrado’s arm didn’t come in contact with the ball inside the box

      JUVENTUS 2-1 PORTO
      111 CHANCE
      Diaz drives the ball down and dribbles past Cuadrado – interesting to see if the Juventus ace’s arm came in contact with the ball when he fell inside the box.
      The Porto ace passes to Grujic who hesitates and his shot is blocked

      JUVENTUS 2-1 PORTO
      110 CHANCE!
      Kulusevski breaks into the box from the left flank and tries a shot that is blocked by Mbemba!

      JUVENTUS 2-1 PORTO
      108 Both teams need a goal to go through to the quarter-finals.
      If Juventus score then Porto need another one.
      If Porto score then Juventus need two due to away goals rules

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      Watch Erling Haaland scream ‘UNLUCKY’ in Sevilla keeper’s face after penalty drama before Dortmund star is chased down

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      FROM history-making to histrionics – Erling Haaland spiced up his latest record-breaking spree with an amazing exchange over a retaken penalty.
      The Borussia Dortmund striker completed his fourth successive Champions League double in the most dramatic way possible as the Germans edged out Sevilla 5-4 on aggregate.

      Erling Haaland roars back at Sevilla keeper Bono after converting the retaken penalty during the 2-2 draw, Dortmund winning 5-4 on aggregateCredit: Reuters

      Miss and make-up – as Erling Haaland and Bono show there are no hard feelings after their penalty anticsCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Youssef En-Nesyri hit two goals of his own to level it up at 2-2 on the night before Dortmund clung on.
      Haaland was caught on camera taking his revenge on Bono by yelling “unlucky!” in the Sevilla keeper’s face when he tucked home his second spot-kick attempt.
      That strike made it 20 Champions League goals in record time, with the Norwegian taking 14 matches – ten games quicker than second-placed Harry Kane.
      With Dortmund 1-0 up through Haaland’s opener, the spot of drama began when referee Cuneyt Cakir ruled out a second effort by the Norway superstar for a foul.

      But Cakir spotted a push on Haaland in the build-up and so awarded a penalty.
      Bounou saved it and lapped up the moment by celebrating in the Manchester United target’s face.
      Sevilla continued play but Cakir called it back after deciding Bounou had stepped off his line for the spot-kick.
      This time Haaland netted his penalty – and stooped down to roar in the face of Bono as the crestfallen stopper climbed off the floor.

      That action split social media, some fans saying football needs “characters” like Haaland while others claimed it was bad sportsmanship.
      Haaland and Bono made it up at the end, swapping fist-bumps and smiles.
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      But Twitter was still divided, one fan calling Haaland’s antics “nonsense”.
      And the best response was music to Haaland’s ears, with a reference to two members of rock band U2.
      That came from this armchair pop: “He certainly got the Edge over Bono.”

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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
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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
      Borussia Monchengladbach vs Man City
      Atalanta vs Real Madrid More