Champions League matchday 5: Barcelona lose 3-0 to Chelsea, Man City fall to Leverkusen — updated table & Wednesday fixtures

Champions League matchday 5: Barcelona lose 3-0 to Chelsea, Man City fall to Leverkusen — updated table & Wednesday fixtures

This season marks the second edition of the competition under the new 36 team Swiss format where every club plays eight league phase matches and qualification for the knockout rounds depends on single consolidated table.

Barcelona produced one of their worst European displays this season losing 3-0 to ruthless Chelsea side. The defeat leaves the Catalans stuck mid table with work to do if they want to secure play off place.

Manchester City were stunned at home falling 2-0 to efficient Leverkusen. The loss leaves City on 10 point, now in danger of slipping out of the top eight as Wednesday’s fixtures approach.

A massive night awaits, with several giants still to play:

These matches will heavily reshape the standings by the end of matchday 5.

Top 8 (Direct Round of 16 Spots as it stands)

Play off Zone (9th–24th)

Elimination Zone (25th–36th)