Champions League Round of 16 Draw Analysis

- A detailed analysis of the matchups in the Champions League round of 16 draw and predictions for the quarterfinalists.

Champions League Round of 16 Draw Analysis

The path to the 2025 Champions League final is now mapped out following Friday's draw for the round of 16. Defending champions Real Madrid, Premier League leaders Liverpool, Paris Saint-Germain, and Arsenal are set for challenging matchups.

Silver Path

• Club Brugge vs. Aston Villa: Brugge's surprise form faces Villa's experience. Villa are favorites to advance.
• Paris Saint-Germain vs. Liverpool: PSG's resurgence poses a threat to Liverpool, but the Reds are expected to prevail.
• PSV Eindhoven vs. Arsenal: Arsenal's quality should see them through against a tough PSV side.
• Real Madrid vs. Atlético Madrid: A Madrid derby with Real Madrid having the edge to progress.

Blue Path

• Bayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen: Leverkusen might surprise Bayern in this clash of German giants.
• Benfica vs. Barcelona: Barcelona's attacking prowess makes them favorites against Benfica.
• Borussia Dortmund vs. Lille: Dortmund's experience could see them through against a resilient Lille side.
• Feyenoord Rotterdam vs. Inter Milan: Inter's strength and experience should overcome Feyenoord's challenge.