UEFA has released its Champions League Team of the Week, featuring top performers from the latest round of matches played across Europe. Among the standout names on the list are Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappé and Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard, who both impressed in their respective fixtures.
Mbappé, who joined Real Madrid in the summer, was in superb form as he scored a hat-trick in Madrid’s dominant 5-0 win over Kairat. His performance helped cement his position as one of Europe’s most dangerous forwards and earned him a well-deserved spot in the week’s best XI.
On the other hand, Ødegaard pulled the strings in midfield for Arsenal, guiding them to a comfortable 2-0 victory over Olympiacos. The Norwegian playmaker was praised for his creativity, vision, and leadership on the pitch.
The full UEFA Champions League Team of the Week includes:
Goalkeeper: Uğurcan Çakır
Defenders: Denzel Dumfries, Federico Gatti, Eric Dier, Nuno Mendes
Midfielders: Nicolas Pépé, Martin Ødegaard, Marcel Sabitzer, Jens Petter Hauge
Forwards: Kylian Mbappé, Rasmus Højlund
The team highlights a mix of seasoned players and rising stars, selected based on their impact during this week’s matches.
This recognition comes following the conclusion of the Champions League matchday on Wednesday, with teams now preparing for the next round of games scheduled for later this month.
Football fans across Nigeria and the world continue to follow the Champions League closely, as clubs battle for Europe’s most prestigious football title.
UEFA’s weekly team selection not only celebrates individual brilliance but also adds excitement and talking points to each round of the competition.
