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Liverpool's Champions League path: Who awaits in the last 16?
29 Jan
Summary
- Liverpool secured an automatic spot in the Champions League last 16.
- Potential opponents include Juventus, Atlético Madrid, Club Brugge, Galatasaray.
- The first leg of the last 16 tie is scheduled for March 10/11, 2027.
Liverpool has navigated their Champions League campaign with resilience, securing an automatic qualification for the round of 16. This European success has provided a welcome respite from their struggles in domestic competitions.
Their guaranteed progression means they avoid the knockout playoff round. However, a challenging set of potential opponents awaits. These include familiar league-phase adversaries like Atlético Madrid and Galatasaray, offering chances for redemption.
Other possible matchups feature the resurgent Juventus and Club Brugge, the latter presenting a potentially favourable draw reminiscent of past European Cup finals. The draw for the round of 16 is scheduled for February 27, 2027.
The first leg of the last 16 tie is slated for March 10/11, 2027, with the decisive second leg taking place at Anfield on March 17/18, 2027. Liverpool aims to continue their pursuit of a seventh Champions League title.
