Champions League upsets: Real Madrid, Bayern Munich fall to surprise defeats

On a dramatic Wednesday night in the Champions League, heavyweights Real Madrid and Bayern Munich were both handed shock defeats.

Reigning LaLiga champions and holders of the trophy, Real Madrid, were stunned 1-0 by Lille. Jonathan David scored the decisive goal from the penalty spot, sealing a memorable victory for the French side.

Meanwhile, Bayern Munich, led by Vincent Kompany, fell 1-0 to Aston Villa, with John Duran netting a remarkable lob to secure the win for the Premier League outfit.

Elsewhere, Liverpool maintained their strong form with a 2-0 victory over Bologna at Anfield, courtesy of goals from Alexis MacAllister and Mohamed Salah.

Atalanta also enjoyed a dominant performance, crushing Shakhtar Donetsk 3-0, with Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman adding his name to the scoresheet.

In other matches, Feyenoord edged Girona 3-2 in a thrilling encounter, while Benfica delivered a stunning 4-0 thrashing of Atletico Madrid, rounding off a night of surprises in the Champions League.

(DailyPost)