Champions League: PSG to Face Bayer Leverkusen, Man City Meets Villarreal

Paris, Oct 21 (AP) — Defending champion Paris Saint-Germain is set to face Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League on Tuesday. The French powerhouse has made an impeccable start to the competition this season, boasting a 100% record so far. In a boost for PSG, Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembélé is available again following his recovery from injury.

PSG coach Luis Enrique expressed optimism, stating, "I think that a lot of our young players have grown in confidence and have shown that they've got quality."

Also taking to the pitch on Tuesday is a revitalized Manchester City, driven by the scintillating form of Erling Haaland. The Norwegian striker has been in sensational form, netting 23 goals in just 13 appearances for both club and country this season, including three goals in two Champions League matches.

Manchester City’s manager, Pep Guardiola, emphasized Haaland's importance, noting, "Erling lives for it … Erling is our key man right now." The reigning 2023 champions, City, are set to take on Villarreal.

In other matches, Barcelona will travel to Olympiakos for one of the early kickoffs, while Premier League leader Arsenal is set to host Atletico Madrid.

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