Europe’s elite clubs turned on the style on a dramatic night of UEFA Champions League football, serving up goals, chaos, and statement victories across the continent. From Paris Saint-Germain’s astonishing 7–2 demolition of Bayer Leverkusen to Arsenal’s commanding 4–0 rout of Atlético Madrid, Matchday 3 delivered one of the most explosive rounds of the 2025–26 campaign so far.

Barcelona dazzled with a six-goal masterclass, and Manchester City and Inter Milan flexed their control, while Borussia Dortmund, Newcastle United, and PSV Eindhoven all produced convincing wins.

It was a night defined by attacking brilliance, individual heroics, and the unmistakable roar of Europe’s grandest stage — reminding fans why the Champions League remains football’s ultimate theatre.

Champions League Full-Time Scores for October 21, 2025.

1. Paris Saint‑Germain vs Bayer Leverkusen (7-2)

A wild opening-period kick-off saw two red cards, two penalties and nine goals in total. PSG took an early lead through Pacho, Leverkusen missed a penalty, and then home captain Andrich and Zabarnyi saw red. Garcia pulled one back from the spot, but PSG answered with goals from Doué (2), Kvaratskhelia, Mendes, Dembélé and Vitinha to dominate the rest of the match. Leverkusen’s xG actually led (1.65 to 1.46), but the scoreline told a very different story.

2. Arsenal vs Atlético Madrid (4-0)

Arsenal asserted control early, almost scoring via a looping Eze strike and a Rice volley. After a goal disallowed and a crossbar hit, the Gunners struck through Magalhães from Rice’s free kick (57′), Martinelli (64′), and then a double from Gyökeres (72′, 75′) — Gyökeres netting his first Champions League goals. Atlético were limited and looked fatigued as Arsenal poured on the pressure.

3. FC Barcelona vs Olympiacos FC (6-1)

Barcelona were dominant from start to finish. Fermín López made history with a hat-trick, aided by Yamal and Rashford goals. Olympiacos briefly resisted but ultimately couldn’t cope after the red card reduced them. Barcelona’s statement win signals they’re back in formidable shape.

4. Borussia Dortmund vs FC Copenhagen (4-2)

Dortmund built the lead through Nmecha's brace (20′ and later in the second half). Copenhagen struck back via an own goal and then a penalty converted, but Dortmund regained control, and Silva added further insurance. Despite the two conceded, the away side delivered when it mattered.

5. Newcastle United vs SL Benfica (3-0)

Newcastle earned a convincing home win — Anthony Gordon opened the scoring, and Harvey Barnes secured a brace (one goal was assisted by the keeper, Nick Pope). Benfica are under increasing pressure in the group after this defeat.

6. Manchester City vs Villarreal CF (2-0)

City handled their business efficiently: Haaland found the net again, and Bernardo Silva added a second. Villarreal pressed but lacked the cutting edge to turn chances into goals.

7. PSV Eindhoven vs SSC Napoli (6-2)

A high-scoring affair favouring PSV, who exploded offensively. Napoli couldn’t keep pace (mentioned in the summary of results).

8. Inter Milan vs Royale Union Saint‑Gilloise (4-0)

Inter showcased efficient dominance, blanking Union Saint-Gilloise and controlling the game throughout.

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