Champions League expert picks, predictions, best bets: Can Aston Villa stage an upset vs. Barcelona?
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By Wednesday night, the UEFA Champions League league phase will be halfway over, leaving four games for each team to aim to cement their spot in the knockout stages.
After a wild, goal-filled Matchday 3, Matchday 4 figures to bring even more excitement with numerous smaller clubs looking to punch above their weight against some of Europe's giants.
But how will each game play out? Every match streams live on Paramount+, your home for every Champions League game all season long, plus replays, highlights, and studio coverage breaking down the race for the top eight.
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- CBS Sports ↗
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- Aston Villa, Barcelona
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