Champions League Quarterfinal Draw Sets Stage for Thrilling Showdowns
The draw for the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals delivered a lineup of mouthwatering clashes that promise to keep football fans on the edge of their seats. Among the standout fixtures, Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona are set to reignite their historic rivalry, with Luis Enrique leading PSG against his former club, Barcelona.
The draw also sees defending champions Manchester City pitted against perennial powerhouse Real Madrid, marking their third consecutive meeting in the knockout stages. Meanwhile, Arsenal faces a formidable challenge in Bayern Munich, with former Tottenham striker Harry Kane leading the German side’s attack.
The quarterfinal ties are scheduled to take place on April 9th and 10th for the first legs, followed by the second legs on April 16th and 17th. With no seeding or country protection in place, the draw has paved the way for potentially unexpected outcomes and thrilling encounters.
Atletico Madrid will clash with Borussia Dortmund, while the winner of that tie will face either PSG or Barcelona in the semifinals. On the other side of the bracket, the victor between Arsenal and Bayern Munich will meet either Real Madrid or Manchester City for a chance to advance to the final.
Quarter-final draw
- Arsenal v Bayern Munich
- Atletico Madrid v Borussia Dortmund
- Real Madrid v Manchester City
- Paris Saint-Germain v Barcelona
Semi-final draw
- Atletico Madrid/Borussia Dortmund v Paris Saint-Germain/Barcelona
- Arsenal or Bayern vs. Real Madrid or Manchester City
Final draw
Atletico, Dortmund, PSG or Barca vs. Arsenal, Bayern, Real Madrid or Manchester City