Wednesday, December 11, 2019

UEFA Champions League, Group B: Bayern Too Much For Spurs; Legend Goes To Europa League At RSB's Expense

Two games were contested on Wednesday as action in Group B of the UEFA Champions League came to a close.

At Piraeus, Greece:

Youssef El Arabi converted his penalty kick (shown here) for the winning goal in the 87th minute as Olympiacos defeated visiting Red Star Belgrade 1-0 to punch their tickets for the Europa League's knockout stage.

Getty Images photo via UEFA website

At Munich, Germany:

Thomas Muller scored the winning goal in the 45th minute as Bayern Munich defeated visiting Tottenham Hotspur 3-1 to complete a perfect group-stage appearance.

Here are some happy Bayern players (including Philippe Coutinho and Alphonso Davies) celebrating.

AFP-Getty Images photo by Christof Stache

Final Group B Standings:

1. Bayern Munich (GP: 6; GD: +19; PTS: 18)
2. Tottenham Hotspur (GP: 6; GD: +4; PTS: 10)
3. Olympiacos (GP: 6; GD: -6; PTS: 4)
4. Red Star Belgrade (GP: 6; GD: -17; PTS: 3)

Bayern Munich and Tottenham Hotspur advanced to the Champions League's knockout stage; Olympiacos qualified for the knockout stage of the Europa League.


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