The league phase of the new Champions League format concluded in a thrilling manner on the night of Wednesday at 18 various stadiums.
All the matches commenced at the same time, as per UEFA's standard regulations, with the standings adjusting with each goal scored.
In the end, there were no significant casualties as Manchester City managed to escape without any major damage despite a first-half concern raised by Club Brugge.
Which teams have qualified for the Champions League round of 16?
Liverpool, Barcelona, Arsenal, Inter Milan, Atletico Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen, Lille, and Aston Villa have secured a direct entry into the round of sixteen. The next 16 teams will be paired up in a two-legged showdown to see which ones will join the previously qualified eight.
Who have made it to the Champions League knockout stages?
Various clubs, including Atlético Madrid, Borussia Dortmund, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, AC Milan, PSV Eindhoven, Paris Saint-Germain, Benfica, Monaco, Brest, Feyenoord, Juventus, Celtic, Manchester City, Sporting CP, and Club Brugge, will participate in the knockout stages of the competition next month.
Who could Manchester City face is unclear, but their next opponent is set to be determined in the semifinals.
Manchester City might have avoided elimination but have set up a compelling tie in the knockout stages. Pep Guardiola's side will face either Real Madrid or Bayern Munich.
"We've had a tough time, but ultimately we've qualified. The draw is the draw. We'll see what it brings. Playing against Bayern or Real Madrid will be extremely challenging. But that's two weeks away, and by then we'll have some players back and our new acquisitions available for selection. We're hopeful of playing two good games," he stated, as quoted by Managing Madrid.
If they defeat one of the top contenders, they will move on to face either Atletico Madrid or Bayer Leverkusen in the round of 16.
Which teams will Arsenal and Liverpool possibly face?
The Premier League front-runners have escaped the anxiety of facing another round and will have to wait until the knockout stages to find out their opponents.
Liverpool, whose 100% record was tarnished by PSV, will face one of Paris Saint Germain, Benfica, AS Monaco or Stade Brest.
Arsenal will be waiting for whoever emerges from the draw among AC Milan, PSV Eindhoven, Feyenoord, or Juventus.
More to follow.
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