UEFA Champions League Round of 16 Draw: Man City vs Real Madrid, Chelsea Face PSG, Arsenal and Liverpool Get Their Opponents

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Nyon, Switzerland – February 27, 2026 – The draw for the UEFA Champions League round of 16 has delivered blockbuster ties, with Manchester City drawn against Real Madrid in a rematch of recent knockout classics, while Chelsea will take on holders Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Arsenal and Liverpool also learned their fates in the knockout phase of the 2025/26 edition.

The ceremony, held in Nyon on Friday, February 27, 2026, set the full bracket for the round of 16, quarter-finals, and semi-finals. Seeded teams from the league phase were paired against unseeded qualifiers, including those advancing from the knockout play-offs.

Key Round of 16 Fixtures (First Legs: March 10/11, Second Legs: March 17/18, 2026):

Paris Saint-Germain vs Chelsea — A high-stakes clash pitting the reigning champions against a resurgent Chelsea side, renewing a rivalry that saw the Blues triumph in last summer's Club World Cup final.

Galatasaray vs Liverpool — Liverpool, strong performers in the league phase, face Turkish giants Galatasaray in what promises to be an intense battle.

Real Madrid vs Manchester City — The standout tie, marking the fifth consecutive year these two powerhouses meet in the Champions League knockouts, with City seeking to end Real's dominance in recent encounters.

Atalanta vs Bayern Munich — Bayern, seeded highly, take on Italian side Atalanta in a matchup blending attacking flair and defensive solidity.

Newcastle United vs Barcelona — Newcastle, enjoying a strong campaign, host Barcelona at St James' Park for a glamour tie.

Atlético Madrid vs Tottenham Hotspur — Tottenham face Spanish side Atlético in a contest of tactical discipline and counter-attacking threat.

Bodø/Glimt vs Sporting CP — A Scandinavian-Portuguese showdown between surprise packages Bodø/Glimt and Sporting.

Bayer Leverkusen vs Arsenal — Premier League leaders Arsenal are handed a challenging but winnable tie against German champions Bayer Leverkusen.

The draw also confirmed potential quarter-final paths, with winners advancing in a bracket that could see English clubs facing off later if they progress. For instance, Chelsea or PSG could meet Liverpool or Galatasaray in the quarters, while the Man City-Real Madrid winner might face Bayern or Atalanta.

This season's expanded format—following the league phase and play-offs—has led to these intriguing matchups, with six Premier League teams (Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Newcastle, and Tottenham) still in contention, showcasing English strength in Europe.

The round of 16 first legs kick off on March 10/11, with second legs on March 17/18. Quarter-finals follow on April 7/8 and 14/15, semi-finals on April 28/29 and May 5/6, and the final is set for May 30, 2026, in Budapest.

Fans and pundits have hailed the draw for its drama, particularly the recurring City-Madrid saga and the PSG-Chelsea rematch. As preparations intensify, all eyes will be on these ties to see who advances toward European glory.

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