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5️⃣ things we learned from Wednesday's Champions League action
The Champions League quarter-finals showcased Arsenal's impressive 3-1 victory over Real Madrid, where Declan Rice excelled in midfield, leading to a semi-final clash with PSG, while Madrid's struggles highlighted their defensive issues. Meanwhile, Inter Milan advanced after overcoming Bayern Munich, demonstrating versatility in their playstyle and setting up a semi-final against Barcelona. The matches underscored the contrasting fortunes of teams and players, particularly Kylian Mbappé, whose transfer to Real Madrid has not yielded the expected...
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