Chelsea to Battle PSG in Champions League Last 16 Clash
Chelsea is set to face Paris Saint-Germain in an exciting encounter during the Champions League last 16. This match promises to be a significant challenge for Chelsea as they take on the reigning champions.
Champions League Last 16 Matchups
Alongside Chelsea’s match against PSG, the knockout stages feature several other high-profile clashes. Manchester City will confront Real Madrid, marking their fifth consecutive year of facing each other in this tournament.
- Manchester City vs. Real Madrid
- Arsenal vs. Bayer Leverkusen
- Newcastle United vs. Barcelona
- Liverpool vs. Galatasaray
- Tottenham Hotspur vs. Atletico Madrid
Match Schedule
The first legs of these fixtures are scheduled for March 10 and 11, while the second legs will be held on March 17 and 18. Notably, Newcastle will host Barcelona for their initial match.
Historical Context
This match between Chelsea and PSG is a rematch of last year’s FIFA Club World Cup final, where Chelsea secured a 3-0 victory in New Jersey. Chelsea’s director of football, David Barnard, acknowledged the difficulty of the upcoming match but expressed confidence in his team’s ability to compete.
Other Teams’ Insights
Manchester City have a strong history with Real Madrid, having met them frequently in recent years. City’s director of football, Hugo Viana, referred to the match as a critical showdown akin to a final. Liverpool’s ambassador, Ian Rush, highlighted the advantage of playing the second leg at Anfield, expecting the crowd’s atmosphere to play a crucial role.
Path to the Final
The tournament structure indicates that should Newcastle and Tottenham progress, they could face each other in the quarter-finals, along with a potential match between Chelsea and Liverpool. The final is set to take place at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, Hungary, on May 30.
