CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

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Newcastle handed long trip as Mourinho set for Madrid reunion in Champions League play-offs

The Champions League knockout play-off draw has produced several high-profile clashes, with Newcastle United facing a demanding trip to Azerbaijan and Real Madrid set for a dramatic reunion with Jose Mourinho's Benfica.

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Thomas Frank salutes Tottenham's "incredible" Europe progress

Thomas Frank has described Tottenham's progress in Europe as "incredible" after Spurs sealed a top-eight finish in the Champions League with a composed 2-0 win away at Eintracht Frankfurt, booking a direct place in the last 16.

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Luis Enrique shrugs off Newcastle setback as PSG embrace Champions League play-offs

Luis Enrique has insisted Paris Saint-Germain were better prepared than anyone for the Champions League play-offs after the holders were forced to take the "long route" following a demanding league phase campaign.

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Mikel Arteta salutes Arsenal's perfect eight as Champions League history made

Mikel Arteta has said he was "very proud" of his Arsenal players after they ended the first phase of the Champions League with a flawless record, sealing a 3-2 win over Kairat Almaty and making competition history.

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Bayern Munich book Champions League playoff spot, Dortmund face difficult road

Bayern Munich's clinical edge secured their automatic progression while Borussia Dortmund's late stumble left them facing a difficult Champions League playoff path.

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Pep Guardiola grateful to Jose Mourinho as Man City clinch last-16 spot

Pep Guardiola has praised old rival Jose Mourinho and urged Manchester City to use their rare free midweeks wisely after a controlled 2-0 win over Galatasaray secured a place in the Champions League last 16.

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