But Bayern Munich and FC Barcelona remain locked in Champions League orbit. Theirs is a celestial drama that has never burned brighter. As Bayern travels to Barça this week, the stage is set for a showdown of cosmic proportions.

Five goals and two comebacks. Another brace for the top scorer and three goals for the midfielders. Substitutions and rest for the three forwards. Minutes for Fermín. A shining performance by Pablo Torre.

Bayern Munich took on Stuttgart in a convincing 4-0 win on Saturday, but one man only lasted 8 minutes on the pitch, and will seemingly miss the upcoming clash against Barcelona in the Champions

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The third matchday of the UEFA Champions League’s new league phase is around the corner, with 13 sides going into this round in search of their first win. Weeks one and two produced some blowouts, as well as some dramatic moments.