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Catch up on all the drama from a thrilling night of Champions League action! We break down the massive results that decided the final automatic spots for the last 16.

🔵 Chelsea's Dramatic Escape in Naples
Needing a win to avoid the play-off round, Chelsea faced a tough test at the Stadio Diego Maradona. Despite taking an early lead through an Enzo Fernández penalty, they found themselves 2-1 down at halftime after goals from Napoli's Antonio Vergara and Rasmus Højlund. The Blues completed a stunning second-half comeback, with João Pedro scoring twice, including a spectacular long-range strike and an 82nd-minute winner on the counter-attack, to secure a 3-2 victory and automatic qualification.

🔴 Liverpool Bounce Back in Style
At Anfield, Liverpool put their domestic struggles behind them with a commanding 6-0 victory over Qarabag. The rout featured a record-breaking hat-trick of assists from captain Virgil van Dijk, who became the first centre-back to achieve this in a Champions League match. Mohamed Salah scored his first goal since November, while Alexis Mac Allister scored twice and Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitiké, and Federico Chiesa also found the net. The win sealed their place in the top 8.

⚪ Arsenal Complete Flawless Run
Already qualified as group winners, Arsenal made it 8 wins from 8 in the Champions League this season with a 3-2 win over Kairat Almaty. The victory, secured with goals from Viktor Gyökeres, Kai Havertz, and Gabriel Martinelli, sealed a perfect group stage. Manager Mikel Arteta used the match to rotate his squad, with the returning Kai Havertz particularly impressive, contributing a goal and an assist. A late consolation goal from Kairat made the scoreline closer than the match often felt.

What's Next?
With the league phase complete, the draw for the Champions League last 16 is set! Who are the favorites? Which teams will be most feared in the knockout rounds? Let us know your predictions in the comments below!

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