As the group stage of the UEFA Champions League comes to a close, football fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the exciting matches that are set to take place. In this article, we will provide predictions and analysis for some of the key fixtures on Wednesday’s schedule.
RB Leipzig vs. Young Boys
RB Leipzig will welcome Young Boys to the Red Bull Arena in Germany for their final Group G fixture. The two teams previously met on matchday one in September, with RB Leipzig securing a 3-1 victory in Switzerland.
Both teams are playing for pride in this fixture, but Young Boys will be seeking revenge.
- Our prediction: RB Leipzig 3-1 Young Boys
Red Star vs. Man City
Champions League holders Manchester City will travel to Serbia to face Red Star Belgrade at the Rajko Mitic Stadium.
The two teams previously met on matchday one, with Manchester City coming from behind to secure a 3-1 victory at the Etihad Stadium.
Red Star will hope to end the group stage on a high, but Man City will be determined to build on their recent win over Luton.
- Our prediction: Red Star Belgrade 1-3 Manchester City
Atletico vs. Lazio
A battle for top spot in Group E takes place at the Wanda Metropolitano as Atletico Madrid play host to Lazio.
These two teams have already qualified for the last 16, with Atletico sitting marginally ahead of Lazio. We expect a closely-fought contest, but Atletico’s solid home form gives them the edge.
- Our prediction: Atletico Madrid 2-1 Lazio
Celtic vs. Feyenoord
Celtic will host Feyenoord at Parkhead in their final Group E fixture. Celtic will be seeking revenge after suffering a 2-0 defeat in the reverse fixture.
The Hoops impressed on home soil against Lazio and Atletico Madrid and will be eager to claim their first Champions League home win in a decade.
However, Feyenoord’s good record against Scottish teams in the competition gives them an advantage.
- Our prediction: Celtic 1-2 Feyenoord
Dortmund vs. PSG
An already-qualified Borussia Dortmund will welcome Paris Saint-Germain in a mouthwatering Group F finale.
While Dortmund only require a point to confirm first place, PSG will need a victory to keep their qualification hopes alive.
PSG’s lack of clean sheets away from home in the Champions League could be their downfall, but we expect them to come out on top a victory.
- Our prediction: Borussia Dortmund 1-2 Paris Saint-Germain
Newcastle vs. AC Milan
Newcastle United and AC Milan will go head-to-head at St James’ Park in a crucial match for both teams.
Neck-and-neck in the Group F standings, both sides need results elsewhere to go their way to advance to the knockout rounds.
Newcastle’s home advantage and Milan’s defensive struggles give the Magpies the edge.
- Our prediction: Newcastle United 3-2 AC Milan
Porto vs. Shakhtar
A winner-takes-all showdown awaits as Porto host Shakhtar Donetsk in Group H. Both teams are tied on nine points, but Porto’s matchday one victory gives them the upper hand.
Shakhtar may abandon their defensive principles in search of their first-ever win against Porto, which could leave them vulnerable to counter-attacks.
- Our prediction: Porto 2-1 Shakhtar Donetsk
Antwerp vs. Barcelona
Group H leaders Barcelona travel to Royal Antwerp’s Bosuilstadion needing to avoid defeat to secure their place in the last 16 as group winners.
Antwerp has failed to pick up a single point in their European campaign so far. Barcelona should have no trouble sealing a comfortable victory.
- Our prediction: Royal Antwerp 0-3 Barcelona
Wednesday’s Champions League matches promise to be thrilling encounters with high stakes. Each team will be fighting to secure their place in the knockout rounds, and our predictions provide insight into how these matches may unfold. Stay tuned for an exciting evening of football action.
