
The UEFA Champions League Round of 16 has set up some great matchups as 16 teams battle for the Champions league trophy. Two standout domestic clashes headline the action: Real Madrid will face Atletico Madrid for the classic Madrid derby, while Bayern Munich will play Bayer Leverkusen, the best that Germany has to offer. The first leg of the Real Madrid-Atletico match will be held at the Bernabeu, and the return leg at the Metropolitano.
Paris Saint-Germain will meet Liverpool in an exciting match between two attacking powerhouses. Both teams are known for their offensive strength, promising an entertaining matchup, and they are also both leading in their own leagues. Club Brugge will host Aston Villa in Belgium, where Unai Emery’s Villa side face a challenge away from home.
Dutch champions PSV Eindhoven will face Arsenal, setting the stage for a familiar confrontation from the table games. Feyenoord, under new head coach Robin van Persie, will take on Inter Milan in what will be an intense test for the former striker in his new role as manager. Borussia Dortmund will play Lille, with the Bundesliga side looking to progress past a determined French team.
The final two matchups see Benfica taking on Barcelona in a historic European clash, while both teams aim to secure their spot in the next round. With these exciting games, the Round of 16 is looking to deliver plenty of thrill and high-level competition. Games can be seen on Paramount+ within the first 2 weeks of march.