PSV Eindhoven Stuns Napoli with 6-2 Victory; Arsenal, Manchester City, and Inter Also Dominate in Champions League Action
EINDHOVEN, netherlands – PSV Eindhoven delivered a stunning performance Tuesday, dismantling reigning Italian champions SSC Napoli 6-2 in Champions League group stage play. the result marks a notable upset and reshapes the dynamics of their group. Elsewhere in europe, Arsenal convincingly defeated Atlético Madrid 4-0, Manchester City secured a 2-0 win over Villarreal, and Inter Milan triumphed 4-0 against Union Saint-Gilloise.
These results, occurring on October 21, 2025, underscore the growing competitiveness of the Champions League and highlight the strength of several Premier League contenders. The victories for Arsenal and Inter maintain their perfect records in the competition, while Manchester City continues its unbeaten run. For Newcastle United, a 3-0 win over Benfica Lisbon came without a goal from German forward Nick Woltemade, suggesting the team’s success isn’t reliant on individual performances. These early group stage results are critical, setting the stage for qualification battles as the tournament progresses.
Arsenal’s dominant display against Atlético was fueled by goals from Gabriel (57th minute), Gabriel Martinelli (64th), and a brace from Viktor Gyökeres (67th/70th).The Spanish side struggled defensively, suffering their second defeat and falling further behind in the group standings. Inter Milan’s victory was equally decisive, with Denzel dumfries (41′), Lautaro Martinez (45’+1), Hakan Calhanoglu (53’/penalty), and Pio Esposito (76′) finding the net against Union Saint-Gilloise.
Manchester City’s win at Villarreal was secured by Erling Haaland (17th) and Bernardo Silva (40th). Newcastle United’s cozy 3-0 victory over Benfica featured goals from Anthony Gordon (32nd) and a double from Harvey Barnes (70th/83rd), despite Woltemade remaining scoreless.
Hansi Flick’s FC Barcelona also secured a resounding victory, defeating Olympiacos Piraeus 6-1, bolstering their confidence ahead of an upcoming Clásico match.
