Liverpool will take on Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in the last 16 of the Champions League, while Arsenal faces PSV Eindhoven, and Aston Villa meets Club Brugge.
The draw has set the stage for some exciting matchups, with Liverpool aiming to assert their dominance against the French champions. Their contest promises intrigue as both teams are eager to advance further in the tournament.
The announcement comes ahead of a crucial meeting of European football, with Liverpool looking to build on a strong finish while PSG seeks to overcome a rocky start. They will face off on March 5, with the return leg scheduled for March 11.
Match Details
Here’s a look at the full draw for the last 16:
- Club Brugge vs. Aston Villa
- First leg: March 4 (17:45 GMT)
- Second leg: March 12 (20:00 GMT)
- Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid
- First leg: March 4 (20:00 GMT)
- Second leg: March 12 (20:00 GMT)
- Borussia Dortmund vs. Lille
- First leg: March 4 (20:00 GMT)
- Second leg: March 12 (17:45 GMT)
- PSV Eindhoven vs. Arsenal
- First leg: March 4 (20:00 GMT)
- Second leg: March 12 (20:00 GMT)
- Feyenoord vs. Inter Milan
- First leg: March 5 (17:45 GMT)
- Second leg: March 11 (20:00 GMT)
- Paris Saint-Germain vs. Liverpool
- First leg: March 5 (20:00 GMT)
- Second leg: March 11 (20:00 GMT)
- Bayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen
- First leg: March 5 (20:00 GMT)
- Second leg: March 11 (20:00 GMT)
- Benfica vs. Barcelona
- First leg: March 5 (20:00 GMT)
- Second leg: March 11 (17:45 GMT)
Managerial Insights
Liverpool manager Arne Slot acknowledged the tough draw against PSG but remains confident. He stated, “At this stage, every opponent will present challenges. PSG is a team with genuine European pedigree.”
Aston Villa’s manager, Unai Emery, is eager to face Club Brugge, acknowledging the challenge but expressing optimism based on his European experience.
Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta recognizes the quality of PSV, stating, “We know what we are facing. Every team at this level is highly competitive.”
Analyst Views
Former Liverpool and Aston Villa defender Stephen Warnock noted that Liverpool might be slightly disappointed with the PSG draw, indicating they would have preferred Benfica. However, he emphasized that to win the Champions League, facing and overcoming formidable teams is essential.
As the competition heats up, all eyes will be on these thrilling matchups as teams compete for prestigious European glory.
Credit: BBC Sport
