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Manchester City Advances: Haaland Hits 50 Champions League Goals

2/23/2026

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Manchester City Football Club finished eighth in the Champions League league phase, securing a knockout-stage berth.
They rebounded from a 3-1 loss to Bodo/Glimt with a win over Galatasaray.
They secured five victories, including Real Madrid.
Erling Haaland became the fastest player to reach 50 Champions League goals during the league phase.
The last-16 draw is set for February 27, 2026, with first-leg matches on March 10 and 11.

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Manchester City Football Club finished eighth in the Champions League league phase, securing a knockout-stage berth.
They rebounded from a 3-1 loss to Bodo/Glimt with a win over Galatasaray.
They secured five victories, including Real Madrid.
Erling Haaland became the fastest player to reach 50 Champions League goals during the league phase.
The last-16 draw is set for February 27, 2026, with first-leg matches on March 10 and 11.