The UEFA Champions League quarterfinal matchups are set, featuring some of the biggest clubs in Europe. The remaining eight teams secured their spots after dominant performances in the Round of 16. Here’s a look at the highly anticipated fixtures:
Quarterfinal Fixtures
First Legs:
- April 8
- Arsenal vs. Real Madrid
- Bayern Munich vs. Inter Milan
- April 9
- Paris Saint-Germain vs. Aston Villa
- Barcelona vs. Borussia Dortmund
Second Legs:
- April 15
- Aston Villa vs. Paris Saint-Germain
- Borussia Dortmund vs. Barcelona
- April 16
- Real Madrid vs. Arsenal
- Inter Milan vs. Bayern Munich
Teams and Quarterfinal Format
The quarterfinals consist of four matchups played over two legs. The team with the higher aggregate score after both legs advances to the semifinals. If the aggregate score is tied after the second leg, extra time and, if necessary, a penalty shootout will determine the winner.
Key Highlights from Round of 16
- Bayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen:
- Bayern advanced with a 5-0 aggregate victory.
- Harry Kane scored his 10th goal in a single European Cup season, a record for an English player.
- Barcelona vs. Benfica:
- Barcelona dominated with a 4-1 aggregate win.
- 17-year-old Lamine Yamal played a crucial role with an assist and a spectacular solo goal.
- PSG vs. Liverpool:
- Paris Saint-Germain advanced after a penalty shootout following a 1-1 aggregate draw.
- Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid:
- Real Madrid knocked out their city rivals on penalties, marking the fifth time in 11 years they eliminated Atletico from the competition.
Road to the Final
The winners of the quarterfinals will advance to the semifinals, scheduled for April 29-30 (first legs) and May 6-7 (second legs). The final will take place at Munich Football Arena on May 31.
Stay tuned for more Champions League action as Europe’s elite clubs battle for a place in the final!
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