Champions League Round of 16 Set: Matchups to Be Determined Friday
The field is set for the UEFA Champions League Round of 16, with the final teams securing their spots after Wednesday, February 25, 2026, playoff matches. The tournament, one of the most prestigious in global club soccer, is now poised for a thrilling knockout stage.
Galatasaray advanced with a 7-5 victory over Juventus in extra time, while Real Madrid defeated Benfica 3-1. PSG edged Monaco 5-4 in a tightly contested tie, and Atalanta overcame Borussia Dortmund 4-3. These teams join Atlético Madrid, Newcastle, Bayer Leverkusen, Bodø/Glimt, Arsenal, Bayern Munich, Liverpool, Tottenham, Barcelona, Chelsea, Sporting CP, and Manchester City in the Round of 16.
Atlético Madrid, Newcastle, Bayer Leverkusen, and Bodø/Glimt all previously advanced by winning their two-legged ties. The complete list of qualified teams includes those who finished top eight in the league phase and the playoff winners.
The draw to determine the Round of 16 matchups will take place on Friday, February 27, 2026, at 6 a.m. ET in Switzerland. The Round of 16 kicks off on March 10. Here’s a look at the confirmed matchups so far:
- PSG vs. Barcelona or Chelsea
- Galatasaray vs. Liverpool or Tottenham
- Real Madrid vs….
Here’s a recap of the final aggregate scores from the knockout playoffs:
- Galatasaray 7, Juventus 5 (after extra time)
- Real Madrid 3, Benfica 1
- PSG 5, Monaco 4
- Atalanta 4, Borussia Dortmund 3
- Atlético Madrid 7, Club Brugge 4
- Newcastle 9, Qarabag 3
- Bodø/Glimt 5, Inter 2
- Bayer Leverkusen 2, Olympiacos 0
Fans can follow all the latest UEFA Champions League information, including stats and history, on UEFA.com. Live scores and lineups will be available on Sofascore.
