All the table toppers in Europe's top five leagues secured impressive wins during the weekend, while their closest competitors also picked up decisive wins to stay in the race for the league title.
Set-piece has become a real asset in today's football as teams try as much as they can to maximize every goalscoring opportunity, and several teams, especially in the Premier League have found a way to crack it to their advantage. Is
Arsenal have become the first team to secure their place in Wembley ahead of the Carabao Cup final in March after securing a 1-0 win at the Emirates on Tuesday night to complete a semi-final double over Chelsea.
Not too many surprises in top European leagues as far as results are concerned during the weekend, but there are a few of them that had huge impact in title races, continental qualifications, and relegation battles.
Amid the plentiful options of games across Europe's top five leagues this weekend, Betrekatips has selected 10 interesting battles, featuring the heavyweights as they lock horns with their respective bogey teams.
The league phase of the Champions League season was brought to a close on Wednesday night as games kicked off simultaneously in 18 stadia across Europe, with a lot to salvage for several teams, while a few were only playing for the culture.
Patrick Dorgu and Youri Tielemans have been confirmed as the latest injury casualties, adding to a growing list of concerns for Premier League clubs, particularly those with continental commitments.
The top five leagues of Europe delivered a host of different narratives as some leaders hold on to their advantage, some extended it while others allowed chasers to close the gap after disappointing displays.