The quarterfinal matchups for the UEFA Champions League promise thrilling clashes between football giants, stirring excitement among fans worldwide. (Getty Images)
Anticipation is mounting as football fans worldwide eagerly await the UEFA Champions League draw, slated for Friday. With the draw scheduled to air at 6 a.m. ET on Paramount+, enthusiasts of the remaining eight teams are eager to discover their path to the final showdown at Wembley Stadium on June 1.
As the round of 16 wraps up, attention turns to the quarterfinal matchups, set to be unveiled on Friday. The first legs of these clashes are scheduled for April 9-10, followed by the second legs on April 16-17.
For those keen to tune in, the draw will take place at the House of European Football in Nyon, Switzerland, with coverage available on Paramount+ and CBS Sport Golazo Network.
The remaining teams in contention include Manchester City, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal, Barcelona, Dortmund, and Atletico Madrid.
Here's a rundown of the anticipated matchups:
- Manchester City vs. Paris Saint-Germain: This clash promises an exhilarating encounter between two football giants. Despite notable absentees like Messi and Neymar, the fixture boasts top talents like Mbappe and Haaland, managed by seasoned coaches Guardiola and Luis Enrique. The match is particularly significant as it marks Mbappe's final UCL appearance for PSG before his anticipated move to Real Madrid.
- Barcelona vs. Real Madrid: Dubbed the El Clasico of the Champions League, this matchup embodies football rivalry at its finest. Despite transitions within both teams, the fixture retains its historic significance, with expectations running high for an intense showdown.
- Atletico Madrid vs. Borussia Dortmund: Atletico enters this tie as favorites, boasting a strong track record in the competition. While Dortmund's potential cannot be discounted, they face an uphill battle against their experienced opponents.
- Arsenal vs. Bayern Munich: This fixture sees Arsenal, in a surprising turn of events, touted as a formidable contender. Despite Bayern's formidable reputation, Arsenal's recent form under Arteta has instilled renewed confidence in their prospects, making this clash one to watch.
As anticipation builds for the quarterfinals, football enthusiasts brace themselves for what promises to be a thrilling stage of the UEFA Champions League.
