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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.
