PSG, Porto Champions League last 16, Newcastle exit

PSG and Porto advance to Champions League last 16, while Newcastle is eliminated after losing 2-1 at home to AC Milan.

Paris Saint-Germain and Porto secured their spots in the Champions League last 16 after Newcastle suffered a 2-1 loss at home to AC Milan, which resulted in their elimination from the competition. PSG managed to advance as runners-up in Group F after securing a 1-1 draw against Borussia Dortmund, while Milan's comeback victory over Newcastle was not enough to overtake PSG in the standings.

Newcastle, who needed to win and for PSG to drop points to keep their Champions League campaign alive, took the lead through a brilliant Joelinton strike in the first half. However, Christian Pulisic equalized for Milan, and substitute Samuel Chukwueze sealed the victory with an 84th-minute winner, ending Newcastle's European campaign.

Meanwhile, PSG, who were at risk of a first group stage exit since the Qatari takeover in 2011, fell behind when Karim Adeyemi scored early in the second half. However, Warren Zaire-Emery's goal secured a crucial point for PSG, allowing them to progress to the next round.

In Group H, Porto secured their place in the last 16 with a 5-3 win over Shakhtar Donetsk. The victory saw them advance alongside Barcelona, with an early goal from Galeno setting the stage for Porto's triumph.

The group stage also saw Manchester City achieve a historic feat, becoming just the second English club to win all six Champions League group stage games with a 3-2 victory at Red Star Belgrade. Atletico Madrid and Celtic also secured important wins, with Atletico sealing first place in Group E and Celtic ending a 15-game winless streak in the group stage.

Overall, the group stage of the Champions League witnessed several thrilling matches and significant achievements for the teams involved, setting the stage for an exciting knockout stage.

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