Champions League draws reveal exciting matchups for last-16
- The draw for the Champions League last-16 took place on February 21, 2025.
- Teams such as Aston Villa, Arsenal, and Liverpool learned their opponents in the knockout stages.
- The knockout matches are highly anticipated, with teams aiming for success in March.
In Switzerland, the draw for the last-16 of the Champions League was held at 11am GMT on Friday, 21 February 2025. This draw was a highly anticipated event as it determined the matchups for the knockout stages of Europe's premier club competition. The eight teams that finished in the top positions of the league phase had already qualified for this round, directly advancing to the knockout phase. Among the teams revealed was Aston Villa, who are set to play either Borussia Dortmund or Club Brugge, following a thrilling final group match to secure their place. Arsenal has also advanced, and they will face either PSV Eindhoven or Feyenoord after formidable performances in their group. Liverpool, another strong contender, is looking forward to facing Paris Saint-Germain or Benfica, after dominating the league phase with solid wins over high-caliber teams. The knockout matches will be held in March, with the first legs taking place on the 4th and 5th, and the return legs scheduled for the 11th and 12th of the same month. This stage marks a significant turning point in the tournament where teams strive to showcase their best performance in hopes of progressing toward the final in June.