Only Sevilla tarnished the group stage for the Spaniards in the Champions League. The big three, Real Madrid, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are already in the round of 16, and Real Sociedad has taken a new step to sneak into the European aristocracy. Their draw against Salzburg allows them to face the last European matchday with a chance of reaching first place and avoiding the Coconuts in the first round of the top competition. They will play Inter.

They did not take advantage of the fact that the Italians could not do their homework against Benfica, but a draw would be enough for them to finish top of Group D. The Donostians drew with a tough Austrian side while the Italians did the same despite early goals from Portuguese Joao Mario. The Portuguese scored a hat trick in just half an hour. The Eagles woke up late in the competition, but wanted to keep their chances of qualifying for the Europa League alive.

Copenhagen's comeback on the last European matchday forced Manchester United to go to Turkey to kill or be killed. Galatasaray was the last train for the Red Devils not to disengage from the Champions League, but the tickets were only for tourists and they could not go beyond the draw. The inspiration of Garnacho and Bruno Fernandes was met by Onana's blunders.

In the last season, the almighty Bayern Munich awaits the English and the German machine, at this point in the year, is already greased. The Germans drew against the Danes and left Group A tight until the end, although United do not depend on themselves.

Minimum Hope

Sevilla owe Arsenal their option not to leave Europe at the first sign of change. The English team's resounding victory over Lens by six goals to nil opens the door for the Spaniards to try to win against the French on the last matchday. Arsenal will go through as first and will be the judge against the last place in the round of 16 in Group B.

In Real Madrid's game, Union Berlin and Braga were playing for the Europa League spot. The draw between the two leaves that position in Group C for the last matchday. However, they face the Whites in that match while the Portuguese will face Napoli.

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