However, a Champions League group stage exit beckoned, which was further compounded by defeat to their bitter rivals Liverpool in the Last 16 of the Europa League. (footballticketpad.com)
After two consecutive defeats, Arsenal are staring down the barrel of their first group stage exit in 18 years. (justarsenal.com)
Both Bolivia and Peru were always likely candidates for Copa América group stage exits, yet two of South America's less - storied sides have both made it into the knockouts. (sbnation.com)