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Barcelona leads the UEFA Champions League with 28 goals, showcasing standout performances as the knockout phase approaches.

Barcelona has showcased an impressive performance in the UEFA Champions League league phase, emerging as the highest scorers with 28 goals, far exceeding their Expected Goals (xG) tally of 15.27. This remarkable scoring ability has positioned them among the top contenders as the tournament heads into the knockout phase. Liverpool leads the standings with 21 points, closely followed by Barcelona and Arsenal, both sitting at 19 points.

Notable performances have marked the league phase, with Vinícius Júnior`s stunning goal for Real Madrid against Salzburg being voted the fans` 2024/25 UEFA Champions League Goal of the League Phase. Other standout moments include Erling Haaland`s contributions for Manchester City and Zeno Debast`s impressive goal for Sporting CP. The league phase has seen a record average of 3.26 goals per game, totaling 470 goals across 144 matches, with a significant 23% of goals scored in the final 15 minutes of play.

Set-piece strategies have also played a crucial role, with Barcelona and PSV Eindhoven among the top teams in this category. PSV leads with seven goals from set plays, showcasing their tactical prowess. As the knockout phase approaches, exciting matchups are on the horizon, including Manchester City facing Real Madrid and Juventus taking on PSV Eindhoven on February 11 and 12.

In terms of team form, Arsenal remains unbeaten in their last five matches, while Aston Villa has shown strength at home but struggles on the road. Manchester City is currently unbeaten in their last six Premier League games, although their Champions League performance has been mixed. Paris Saint-Germain continues to dominate in Ligue 1, remaining unbeaten in their 19 fixtures this season. For more details on the tournament, visit UEFA Champions League and Playmaker Stats.

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