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Wednesday morning Soccer roundup

Wednesday morning Soccer roundup

Manchester United are back in the Champions League knock out stages for the first time in four years.

The Red Devils came from behind to beat C-S-K-A Moscow 2-1 at Old Trafford last night and top Group A.

Former Everton striker Romelu Lukaku sent United on their way to victory with just his second goal in 13 games.

 

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Chelsea face the prospect of a last 16 tie with Barcelona or Paris Saint Germain, having being held to a 1 all draw by Athletico Madrid at Stamford Bridge.

The result means the Premier League champions finish runners up to Roma in Group C.

Blues boss Antonio Conte says few sides will want to be paired with his team in Monday's draw.

 

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Celtic can look forward to Europa League football in the New Year.

They drop into the last-32 of that competition after a 1-nil loss to Anderlecht at Parkhead.

 

Liverpool can claim top spot in Group E tonight if they beat Spartak Moscow at Anfield.

Jurgen Klopp's side will be assured of a place in the last-16 if they draw.

If Liverpool lose they are out unless Sevilla are also defeated by Maribor.

 

Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur have already won their groups.

City are away to Shakhtar while Spurs host APOEL  Nicosia at Wembley.

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