The Champions League round of 16 draw on Friday produced some blockbuster ties.
Real Madrid, having edged past Benfica in the playoffs, will face Manchester City in a two-legged clash, ensuring that one pre-tournament favorite will exit early in the latest chapter of this growing rivalry.
Reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain have the chance for revenge against Chelsea after the Blues’ dominant showing in the Club World Cup final over the summer, while Barcelona travel to St James’ Park to take on Newcastle United.
Elsewhere, Liverpool will be up against Galatasaray, and Arsenal, drawn on a relatively easier path, must get past Bayer Leverkusen to keep their quadruple ambitions alive. The Gunners, who topped the group stage with a perfect record, will be confident of reaching the quarterfinals.
Bayern Munich, finishing second behind Arsenal and considered one of the favorites on paper, face a tricky test against Atalanta, who advanced to the round of 16 thanks to a last-minute penalty against Borussia Dortmund.
The draw also features the Conor Gallagher derby between Atlético Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur, while underdogs Bodø/Glimt take on Sporting CP in their next challenge.
Champions League Round of 16 Fixtures in Full
- Real Madrid vs. Manchester City
- Bodø/Glimt vs. Sporting CP
- PSG vs. Chelsea
- Newcastle vs. Barcelona
- Galatasaray vs. Liverpool
- Atlético Madrid vs. Tottenham Hotspur
- Atalanta vs. Bayern Munich
- Bayer Leverkusen vs. Arsenal