Tuesday, November 25, 2008

UEFA CL Group F: Lyon and Bayern Munich Seal Knockout Stage Berths

Tuesday action in Group F:

At Munich, Germany:

Miroslav Klose scored twice in the second half (57', 71', he's seen here celebrating one of his goals) as Bayern Munich busted open a deadlocked contest and overpowered v
isiting Steaua Bucharest 3-0. The win locked up a knockout stage berth for the defending Bundesliga champs.

At Florence, Italy:

Karim Benzema scored the game winner at 77 minutes (he's seen here celebrating) as Lyon locked up a place in the round of 16 with a 2-1 road win over Fiorentina.

GROUP F STANDINGS:

1. Lyon** (GP: 5; GD: +5; PTS: 11)
2. Bayern Munich** (GP: 5; GD: +7; PTS: 11)
3. Fiorentina (GP: 5; GD: -4; PTS: 3)
4. Steaua Bucharest (GP: 5; GD: -8; PTS: 1)

**Clinched UEFA Champions League knockout stage berth

Both Photos © Getty Images


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