Crisis averted then for Manchester City. Or perhaps that should read crisis postponed? The champions of England escaped the league phase and through a certain prism, there is a case to be made that Pep Guardiola's side are well into the post-nadir period of their season.

Manchester City avoided Champions League humiliation. Now back to the job of salvaging the Premier League season.

There is a long history of clubs winning the Champions League when their hopes of landing their domestic title have long fallen by the wayside. In 2005, Rafa Benitez's famous Liverpool team's victory came after they finished fifth in the Premier League.

Man City will hope to dent Arsenal's title hopes in the Premier League; after sealing their UCL knockout spot.

The Gunners work to stay in the title race in what could be a season-defining match against Manchester City on Sunday, Feb. 2.

Women's Super League side Arsenal signed Chloe Kelly on a loan deal until the end of the season on Thursday, a day after the English forward demanded a move away from Manchester City.

Manchester United have made an offer to sign England forward Chloe Kelly from rivals Manchester City. It is unclear whether United's offer is just regarding a loan move, with reports suggesting they may be seeking a permanent deal.

Manchester City forward Chloe Kelly has released an emotional statement asking to be granted her wish to leave the club in search of first-team football.