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Champions League Draw: Who faces whom?
24 Feb
Summary
- Draw on Friday at 11:00 GMT determines knockout opponents.
- Budapest to host the 2025-26 final on May 30.
- January signings are eligible to play in knockout stages.
The draw for the Champions League knockout stage, featuring 16 teams, will take place on Friday at 11:00 GMT. This draw will not only determine the last 16 pairings but also outline potential opponents through to the final. The first legs of the last 16 are scheduled for March 10-11, with return fixtures on March 17-18.
The Puskas Arena in Budapest, Hungary, has been designated as the venue for the 2025-26 final, which is set for May 30.
Seeding for the last 16 will be based on league phase rankings, with top-placed teams having the advantage of playing the second leg at home. This season introduces seeding for quarter-final and semi-final ties, benefiting teams that finish higher in the league phase, including home advantage in second legs for quarter-finals and semi-finals for the top four and top two teams, respectively.
Players registered during the January transfer window are now eligible to compete in the knockout phase, adding a new dynamic to team strategies.
