Champions League: Koundé double boosts Barcelona, Greenwood lifts Marseille

Liverpool secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Inter Milan in the Champions League, despite the absence of star forward Mohamed Salah, who has been embroiled in controversy regarding his future at the club. Chelsea faced a setback, losing to Atalanta, while Barcelona managed to defeat Eintracht Frankfurt, marking a mixed night for European football's elite.

Chelsea's hopes of securing a top-eight finish in the Champions League were severely impacted by a late defeat to Atalanta, where Charles De Ketelaere scored a decisive goal. This loss highlighted Chelsea's ongoing struggle with consistency and resilience, particularly in high-stakes matches.

Everton ended Chelsea's remarkable unbeaten streak in the Women's Super League with a 1-0 victory, marking Chelsea's first league loss since May 2024. This defeat also represents Sonia Bompastor's first loss as Chelsea's manager after an impressive tenure of 18 months.

Celta Vigo secured a surprising 2-0 victory against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu, with Williot Swedberg scoring both goals. This defeat leaves Real Madrid four points behind La Liga leaders Barcelona, marking a significant setback in their title aspirations.

Spanish authorities are investigating an outbreak of African swine fever in Catalonia, which has resulted in the death of wild boars near Barcelona. Officials are considering the possibility that the virus may have leaked from one of five nearby research laboratories known to handle this strain of the virus. Thirteen cases have been confirmed since November 28, raising concerns about the potential impact on the pork export industry.