Champions League Draw: Madrid Derby and Liverpool vs PSG Headline Round of 16
The UEFA Champions League round of 16 draw has produced several mouthwatering fixtures, including a heated Madrid derby and an enticing clash between Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain.
Defending champions Real Madrid, fresh from eliminating Manchester City, will face city rivals Atletico Madrid in what promises to be an explosive tie. The matchup revives memories of their previous Champions League final encounters in 2014 and 2016, both won by Real Madrid.
In Germany, an intriguing battle awaits as Bundesliga leaders Bayer Leverkusen take on defending champions Bayern Munich. The fixture gains additional intrigue considering Leverkusen’s coach Xabi Alonso remains undefeated against Bayern in six matches, including three this season.
Key Round of 16 Matchups:
• Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid
• Bayern Munich vs Bayer Leverkusen
• Liverpool vs Paris Saint-Germain
• Barcelona vs Benfica
• Arsenal vs PSV Eindhoven
• Inter Milan vs Feyenoord
• Club Brugge vs Aston Villa
• Borussia Dortmund vs Lille
The Liverpool-PSG clash stands out as a particularly fascinating fixture. Despite their status as European heavyweights, these teams have never met in knockout competition, with their only previous encounters coming in the 2018-19 group stage.
In the Europa League, Manchester United drew Real Sociedad, while Roma faces Athletic Bilbao in another standout fixture. The first leg matches are scheduled for March 4-5, with return fixtures the following week.
Notable Europa League Fixtures:
• Manchester United vs Real Sociedad
• Roma vs Athletic Bilbao
• Fenerbahce vs Rangers
• Tottenham vs AZ Alkmaar
The new tournament format has enabled domestic matchups in the early knockout rounds, creating the possibility for intense local rivalries to play out on the European stage.
Don’t miss these exciting European nights! Mark your calendars for March 4-5 for the first leg matches and follow your favorite team’s journey toward glory.
For the latest updates and ticket information, visit the official UEFA Champions League website.
