The UEFA Champions League Round of 16 continues, with exciting matchups and vital statistics shaping the race for the quarter-finals. Key fixtures took place on March 17 and 18, featuring notable teams seeking advancement.
Match Previews and Key Statistics
Sporting CP vs Bodø/Glimt
- Kick-off: March 17, 18:45 CET
- Sporting CP has a history of two Round of 16 eliminations, in 2008/09 and 2021/22.
- They reached the quarter-finals once, in the 1982/83 European Cup.
- Bodø/Glimt aims to be the first Norwegian team in the quarter-finals since 1997.
- Kasper Høgh has netted five goals in his last five Champions League games.
Arsenal vs Bayer Leverkusen
- Arsenal hopes to break a trend of losing five straight ties against German clubs.
- Leverkusen has struggled in the Round of 16, with six consecutive eliminations.
- Arsenal has an impressive home record, having lost only one of their last 22 UEFA matches at home.
Chelsea vs Paris Saint-Germain
- These clubs have faced off nine times in UEFA tournaments, with Paris holding a slight advantage.
- Chelsea has recorded 13 victories in their last 16 two-legged ties.
- Paris has excelled, winning their last three knockout ties against Premier League teams.
Manchester City vs Real Madrid
- The teams have met annually in the knockout phase since the 2019/20 season.
- Real Madrid has historically won 13 of their last 15 Round of 16 encounters.
- Manchester City’s Erling Haaland has a remarkable goal-scoring record of 56 goals in 57 appearances.
Barcelona vs Newcastle
- Barcelona seeks to continue their strong performance against English teams, winning 10 of 15 two-legged ties.
- The club is unbeaten in their last 14 home games against English opposition.
- Newcastle has struggled against Spanish teams, managing one win in five previous away encounters.
Bayern Munich vs Atalanta
- Bayern has only lost two of their last 17 matches against Italian teams.
- They have won 13 of their last 14 Round of 16 ties, showcasing their dominance at this stage.
- Atalanta experienced an unprecedented six-goal deficit in their first leg against Bayern.
Liverpool vs Galatasaray
- Liverpool has advanced to the Round of 16 in eight of the last nine seasons but suffered defeats in their last two ties.
- Galatasaray aims for their first quarter-final appearance since the 2012/13 season.
- Liverpool has an impressive recording at Anfield, winning 15 of their last 19 UEFA matches.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Atlético Madrid
- Atlético Madrid has performed well against English clubs, winning ten of 14 two-legged ties.
- Tottenham has yet to secure a victory in their four matchups against Spanish opposition.
- Spurs remain unbeaten in their last 24 UEFA home matches and have an impressive start this season.
Upcoming Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Quarter-finals | April 7/8 & April 14/15, 2026 |
| Semi-finals | April 28/29 & May 5/6, 2026 |
| Final | May 30, 2026 (Budapest) |
The Champions League Round of 16 showcases thrilling matches and pivotal statistics as clubs strive to advance towards the quarter-finals. This season has already revealed impressive performances and intense rivalries that keep fans on the edge of their seats.
