Marseille aim to keep Champions League qualification hopes alive against Newcastle

Olympique de Marseille secured a crucial 2–1 victory against Newcastle United, reviving their Champions League qualification hopes with a second-half brace from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang at the Stade Vélodrome. This win halted Newcastle's winning streak and marked a significant turnaround for the French side in the group stage.

Chelsea secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Barcelona in the Champions League, showcasing their strength as FIFA Club World Cup champions. The match was marked by a standout performance from Estêvão Willian, who scored a remarkable goal, while Barcelona played with ten men after a red card. This win reinforces Chelsea's position in European football.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang led Marseille to a crucial victory over Newcastle in the Champions League, showcasing his enduring talent at 36 years old. Despite warnings from Newcastle's manager Eddie Howe about Aubameyang's capabilities, the visitors struggled to contain him, resulting in a significant setback for their Champions League ambitions.

Pep Guardiola expressed embarrassment and shame following a confrontation with a camera operator during Manchester City's 2-1 defeat to Newcastle at St James' Park. The incident occurred after the match, where Guardiola was visibly upset and engaged in heated discussions with the referee and Newcastle's Bruno Guimarães.

Nottingham Forest achieved a historic 3-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield, marking their largest win at the venue and lifting them out of the relegation zone. This match highlighted the tactical effectiveness of Sean Dyche's gameplan, which focused on long passes to counter Liverpool's pressing style. The defeat adds to Liverpool's struggles, marking their sixth loss in seven Premier League matches under manager Arne Slot.

Eight men have been arrested in Newcastle in connection with the attempted murder of a couple in their 60s, as confirmed by local police. The incident has raised significant concerns regarding public safety and the increasing violence in the area.