Good afternoon! Here are the latest updates on the UEFA Champions League as of Wednesday, March 12, 2025:
Round of 16 Results
FC Barcelona vs. Benfica: Barcelona secured their spot in the quarter-finals with a 3-1 victory over Benfica in the second leg, resulting in a 4-1 aggregate win. Raphinha opened the scoring, and 17-year-old Lamine Yamal delivered a standout performance, scoring a remarkable goal and providing an assist.
Bayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen: Bayern Munich advanced with a 2-0 away win against Bayer Leverkusen, completing a 5-0 aggregate triumph. Harry Kane contributed a goal and an assist to Alphonso Davies, showcasing Bayern's tactical dominance under coach Vincent Kompany.
Paris Saint-Germain vs. Liverpool: Paris Saint-Germain eliminated Liverpool after a penalty shootout, following a 1-1 draw on aggregate.
Arsenal vs. PSV Eindhoven: Arsenal cruised into the quarter-finals with a commanding 7-1 aggregate victory over PSV Eindhoven.
Aston Villa vs. Club Brugge: Aston Villa holds a 3-1 advantage from the first leg against Club Brugge, positioning them favorably for advancement.
Upcoming Matches
Atlético Madrid vs. Real Madrid: The decisive second leg of this tie is scheduled for tonight, with both teams aiming to secure their place in the quarter-finals.
Quarter-Final Draw
The quarter-final matchups have been determined as follows:
Arsenal will face the winner of the Atlético Madrid vs. Real Madrid tie.
Aston Villa, should they progress, are set to encounter Paris Saint-Germain.
FC Barcelona is slated to play against the victor between Borussia Dortmund and Lille.
Bayern Munich is drawn to compete against Inter Milan.
This structured draw outlines the potential paths teams must navigate to reach the final, scheduled for May 31, 2025, at the Allianz Arena in Munich.
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