The UEFA Champions League draw for the 2024/25 season’s Round of 16 has set the stage for several high-profile clashes. The draw, conducted on Friday, February 21, 2025, at UEFA’s headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland, has resulted in the following matchups:
Round of 16 Fixtures:
- Liverpool vs. Paris Saint-Germain (PSG): Liverpool, despite topping their group, faces a formidable PSG side, promising an intense battle. citeturn0news17
- Arsenal vs. PSV Eindhoven: Arsenal is set to encounter PSV Eindhoven, marking their third consecutive European contest against the Dutch team. citeturn0news18
- Aston Villa vs. Club Brugge: Aston Villa will face Club Brugge, who notably eliminated Atalanta in the previous round. citeturn0news18
- Real Madrid vs. Atlético Madrid: A thrilling Madrid derby awaits as Real Madrid takes on city rivals Atlético Madrid. citeturn0news19
- Benfica vs. Barcelona: Barcelona is set to face Benfica, with coach Hansi Flick acknowledging the challenge posed by the Portuguese side. citeturn0news21
- Borussia Dortmund vs. Lille: Borussia Dortmund will compete against Lille in what promises to be a competitive tie.
- Bayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen: An all-German encounter sees Bayern Munich facing Bayer Leverkusen.
- Feyenoord vs. Inter Milan: Feyenoord is set to clash with Italian giants Inter Milan.
The first legs of these fixtures are scheduled for early March 2025. Notably, the draw has positioned all three English clubs—Liverpool, Arsenal, and Aston Villa—on the same side of the bracket, increasing the potential for all-English encounters in the quarterfinals and semifinals. citeturn0news17
Fans have expressed mixed reactions to the draw, with some alleging it was “rigged” due to the intriguing matchups and potential derbies. citeturn0news19
As the competition progresses, these fixtures promise exciting football action, with top European clubs vying for the prestigious Champions League title.
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