Real Madrid and Manchester City are set to face off in the quarterfinals of the Champions League next month after the draw on Friday. The two teams, both unbeaten, have a history of intense matchups in recent years, with Madrid winning in 2022 and City claiming victory last year.
Madrid will host the first leg on April 9, with City hosting the return leg eight days later. The clash between these two powerhouse teams promises to be a thrilling encounter.
Paris Saint-Germain, led by Kylian Mbappé, will take on Barcelona in their quarterfinal matchup. PSG will host the first leg on April 10, setting the stage for an exciting battle between the two European giants.
Arsenal will face Bayern Munich in the quarterfinals, with the first leg set to take place on April 9. Bayern's star striker Harry Kane will return to London to face his former rivals in what is expected to be a closely contested tie.
Atletico Madrid will square off against Borussia Dortmund in the remaining quarterfinal matchup, with Dortmund having the advantage of hosting the second leg on April 16. Atletico, known for their strong performances in knockout games, will be looking to continue their impressive run.
The draw for the semifinals ensured that Mbappé and PSG cannot meet Real Madrid until the final, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the competition. The Champions League final is scheduled to take place on June 1 at Wembley Stadium in London, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting conclusion to the tournament.
With several powerhouse teams in the mix, including past champions and finalists, the stage is set for a thrilling conclusion to this season's Champions League. Fans can look forward to intense matchups and memorable moments as the competition progresses towards the final.
