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UEFA Champions League Knockout Draw Set
21 Jan
Summary
- Draw date: January 30, two days after league phase final.
- Teams ranked 9-24 compete in playoffs for Round of 16 spots.
- Playoff legs: February 17/18 and February 24/25.
The draw for the UEFA Champions League knockout playoffs will occur on Friday, January 30, two days after the league phase concludes. This stage involves teams ranked 9th through 24th in the league standings vying for a spot in the Round of 16.
The 16 participating teams will be finalized after the last league matchday. Those finishing between 9th and 16th will be seeded and drawn against unseeded opponents from 17th to 24th place.
The playoff matches are scheduled for two legs. The first matches will take place on February 17 and 18, with the second legs held on February 24 and 25.
Following the playoffs, the Round of 16 commences in March, with quarterfinals in April, semifinals at the end of April and beginning of May, and the final on May 30, 2026.
