CL quarters: Man City vs. Real Madrid, Barcelona vs. PSG

The stage is set for the Champions League quarterfinals, where defending champions Manchester City will clash with the legendary Real Madrid, who have triumphed in the competition 14 times. Barcelona, with their rich history of success, will face off against Paris Saint Germain, the reigning champions of France’s Ligue 1. In a thrilling match-up, Arsenal is pitted against Bayern Munich, reviving their historic rivalry, while Atletico Madrid from La Liga is matched with Borussia Dortmund of the Bundesliga.

The draw took place at UEFA’s Swiss headquarters in Nyon on March 15, solidifying the lineup for the next phase of the Champions League.

Manchester City is set to revisit their recent rivalry with Real Madrid, with the first and second legs scheduled for April 9-10 and April 16-17, respectively. Their previous encounter in 2023 saw Manchester City triumph with a 5-1 aggregate victory in the semi-finals, eventually securing their first Champions League title by defeating Inter Milan.

Paris Saint Germain, aiming for their first Champions League win, will compete against FC Barcelona. With Barcelona in top form this season, PSG’s chances may hinge on Kylian Mbappe’s performance, as this season marks his final opportunity to claim the Champions League with PSG before his departure.

Arsenal and Bayern Munich are set for a rematch, with Arsenal looking to overcome their history of defeats against the German giants. This is Arsenal’s first quarterfinal appearance in 14 years, signaling their determination to make a significant impact.

Atletico Madrid and Dortmund’s upcoming battle is anticipated to be fiercely competitive, with both teams showing strong form leading up to this stage.

The iconic Wembley Stadium in London is poised to host the final on June 1, promising a climactic conclusion to the tournament.

Champions League Quarterfinal Matches:

– Quarterfinal 1: Arsenal vs. Bayern Munich
– Quarterfinal 2: Atletico Madrid vs. Borussia Dortmund
– Quarterfinal 3: Real Madrid vs. Manchester City
– Quarterfinal 4: Paris St Germain vs. Barcelona

Semi-final Pairings:

– Semi-final 1: Quarterfinal 2 winner vs. Quarterfinal 4 winner
– Semi-final 2: Quarterfinal 1 winner vs. Quarterfinal 3 winner

Key Dates:

– Quarter-final matches: April 9-10 and April 16-17
– Semi-final matches: April 30-May 1 and May 7-8
– Final: June 1 at Wembley Stadium