It is shaping up to be a dramatic second half across the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League playoff second legs. AS Monaco FC have scored away against Paris Saint-Germain, bringing the aggregate score to 3–3 and completely shifting the momentum of the tie. The pressure is now firmly on PSG as Monaco look confident and composed.
Meanwhile, Juventus, are leading Galatasaray S.K. 1–0 on the night. That reduces the aggregate deficit to 5–3 after Galatasaray’s dominant 5–2 first-leg victory. Juventus still have work to do, but the comeback attempt is alive.
Softfootball is closely monitoring the clash between Real Madrid and SL Benfica, which stands at 1–1 at halftime. After Benfica opened the scoring, Madrid responded with visible intensity and aggression. The pressure mounted by Madrid has been relentless, marking one of the most energetic first-half displays under manager Álvaro Arbeloa.
Attention is also on potential Round of 16 matchups. FC Barcelona could face PSG, Monaco or Newcastle United depending on final outcomes. Newcastle have already secured qualification after defeating Qarabağ FK 3–2 in the second leg, following a commanding 6–1 first-leg win.
