Champions League Last-16 Draw: Real Madrid Faces Manchester City Again

The draw for the UEFA Champions League last 16 took place on Friday, February 27, 2026, setting the stage for compelling matchups in the knockout phase. Several Premier League teams will face tough challenges, while other ties promise exciting contests.

Key Matchups Revealed

Manchester City will once again face Real Madrid in the last 16, marking the fifth consecutive season the two powerhouses have been drawn together in the Champions League knockouts Sky Sports. Chelsea will take on the holders, Paris Saint-Germain, in another high-profile clash. Newcastle United will face Barcelona, while Arsenal has been drawn against Bayer Leverkusen.

Premier League Involvement

The Premier League will be well-represented in the last 16, with Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, Tottenham, and Newcastle all competing. Liverpool will play Galatasaray, and Tottenham will face Atletico Madrid. Arsenal, who topped their Champions League group with a perfect record, will aim to continue their strong form against Bayer Leverkusen Sky Sports.

Other Notable Ties

Newcastle United’s tie against Barcelona presents a significant challenge for Eddie Howe’s side Sky Sports. Bodo/Glimt will compete against Sporting CP for a place in the quarter-finals Sporting News.

Schedule

The first legs of the last-16 ties will take place on March 10 and 11, with the second legs scheduled for March 17 and 18 Sky Sports. The full schedule is expected to be released Friday night.

Potential Quarter-Final Paths

Should Manchester City progress past Real Madrid, they could face either Bayern Munich or Atalanta in the quarter-finals. Chelsea and Liverpool could meet in the last eight if they overcome PSG and Galatasaray, respectively Sky Sports. Arsenal’s potential opponents in the quarter-finals, if they defeat Leverkusen, are Bodo/Glimt or Sporting. Reaching the semi-finals could notice Arsenal face Newcastle, Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, or Tottenham.