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Khabor Wala Desk
Published: 19th March 2026, 10:11 AM
The UEFA Champions League has reached a pivotal stage as all Round of 16 matches concluded last night, confirming the eight teams that will contest the quarter-finals. The draw has now determined the exact match-ups and laid out the potential pathway to the final, setting the stage for an exciting few weeks of European football.
The eight teams that have advanced to the quarter-finals are:
| Team | Country |
|---|---|
| Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) | France |
| Liverpool | England |
| Real Madrid | Spain |
| Bayern Munich | Germany |
| Barcelona | Spain |
| Atlético Madrid | Spain |
| Arsenal | England |
| Sporting Lisbon | Portugal |
The draw has paired the teams as follows:
| Quarter-Final | Team 1 | Team 2 |
|---|---|---|
| QF1 | PSG | Liverpool |
| QF2 | Real Madrid | Bayern Munich |
| QF3 | Barcelona | Atlético Madrid |
| QF4 | Sporting Lisbon | Arsenal |
Quarter-Final Schedule:
First Leg: 7–8 April
Second Leg: 14–15 April
The winners of the quarter-finals will meet in the semi-finals as outlined below:
| Semi-Final | Match-Up |
|---|---|
| SF1 | Winner of QF1 vs Winner of QF2 |
| SF2 | Winner of QF3 vs Winner of QF4 |
Semi-Final Schedule:
First Leg: 28–29 April
Second Leg: 5–6 May
The Champions League final will be held on 30 May in Budapest, Hungary. The victorious club will be crowned Europe’s top team, completing a journey of intense competition, high drama, and exceptional footballing skill.
With blockbuster fixtures such as PSG vs Liverpool and Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich, football enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating some of the most thrilling encounters of the season. The combination of traditional European powerhouses and rising contenders ensures that the knockout stages will provide unpredictability, tactical battles, and memorable moments leading to the grand finale in Budapest.
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