What Happened
Galatasaray secured their place in the UEFA Champions League (UCL) Round of 16 after defeating Juventus in a two-legged knockout play-off tie on Wednesday night. Atletico Madrid also advanced by overcoming Club Brugge on aggregate on Tuesday evening. Meanwhile, Newcastle United joined the ranks of Premier League teams in the last 16, following a 3-2 victory against Qarabag, which complemented their previous 6-1 win.
Why It Matters
The progression of these teams highlights the competitive nature of this year’s UCL, with a total of six Premier League teams now in the knockout stage. This includes Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester City, and Tottenham Hotspur, alongside Newcastle. The draw for the next round will take place on Friday, with Galatasaray and Atletico Madrid poised to face either Liverpool or Newcastle.
What’s Next
The first leg of the last-16 ties is scheduled for March 10/11, with the return fixtures at Anfield on March 17/18. Fans are eagerly anticipating the matchups, especially with the potential for high-stakes clashes between top clubs.
