The UEFA Champions League returns from its winter break this week, earlier than usual ahead of a consequential round of fixtures to close out the competition's first edition of the league phase. Several continental heavyweights will take part in must-win games on Matchday 7 after struggling over the course of the season,

Liverpool just need a draw at home to Lille to secure a spot in the Champions League knockout stages. Arne Slot’s side are yet to drop points in the competition so far this season and duly sit top of the new-look Champions League table.

The UEFA Champions League returns from its winter break this week, earlier than usual ahead of a consequential round of fixtures to close out the competition's first edition of the league phase. Several continental heavyweights will take part in must-win games on Matchday 7 after struggling over the course of the season,

The Champions League has returned to our screens as Liverpool look to continue their impressive form in the competition – and you can follow their match against Lille with our live blog below. The 36 teams in the Champions League have just two games left of this season’s revamped eight-game league-stage format.

Liverpool play Lille in a bid to hold their place at the top of the UEFA Champions League table. Barcelona sit three points behind the Reds with a greater goal difference; the Catalan club play Benfica at the same time.

Barcelona resume their impressive UEFA Champions League campaign on Tuesday at Benfica, where Hansi Flick's team could potentially book a spot in the round of 16 if things go in their favor. Heading into Matchday 7,