VAR Controversies and Title Races Dominate European Soccer Weekend

Premier League and La Liga title battles intensify as VAR decisions stir debate, while Champions League narratives unfold with key injuries and matchups.

• Manchester City and Liverpool both secured 2-1 wins, keeping the Premier League title race tight, with City's victory marked by a contentious VAR decision.
• Barcelona extended their lead in La Liga with a commanding 5-1 victory over Sevilla, maintaining a three-point advantage over Real Madrid.
• Arsenal faces Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League with injury concerns for key players Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard, impacting their squad depth.
• Liverpool prepares for a Champions League clash against RB Leipzig, aiming to maintain their perfect record in the competition this season.
• Manchester United's Erik ten Hag looks forward to a Europa League encounter with Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce, highlighting a managerial showdown.

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