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Dortmund`s win over PSG impacts Chelsea`s European hopes as Champions League group stage intensifies with key matches ahead.

The UEFA Champions League is heating up as the group stage progresses, with key matches scheduled for January 21 and 22. On January 21, fans can look forward to exciting clashes, including Atalanta vs. SK Sturm Graz, Monaco vs. Aston Villa, Atlético de Madrid vs. Bayer 04 Leverkusen, and Benfica vs. Barcelona. The following day features significant fixtures such as Shakhtar vs. Brest, RB Leipzig vs. Sporting, Celtic vs. Young Boys, Paris St-Germain vs. Manchester City, Milan vs. Girona, Real Madrid vs. RB Salzburg, Sparta Prague vs. Inter, and Arsenal vs. Dinamo Zagreb.

In the recent semi-final matches, Borussia Dortmund secured a crucial victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg, which has major implications for Chelsea`s chances of European competition next season. Dortmund`s win not only boosts their confidence but also reshapes the league standings, intensifying the race for European participation.

Current standings in the Champions League groups reveal fierce competition. Bayern Munich leads Group A with 16 points, while FC Copenhagen trails with 8 points. Arsenal tops Group B with 13 points, followed by PSV with 9 points. Real Madrid is dominating Group C with 18 points, and Real Sociedad leads Group D with 12 points.

Top scorers this season include Kylian Mbappe from Paris Saint-Germain and Harry Kane from Bayern Munich, both with 8 goals, while Erling Haaland from Manchester City follows closely with 6 goals. The intensity of the Champions League continues to rise as teams battle for supremacy and a coveted spot in the knockout stages. For more details on the matches and standings, visit Champions League and results.

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