The UEFA Champions League heats up in April with the quarter-finals kicking off! Here’s a breakdown of the matches to mark on your calendar:
The First Leg (April 9th & 10th): Knockout stage
Arsenal vs Bayern Munich (April 9th): A youthful Arsenal side, surprise contenders this season, take on the mighty Bayern Munich. Can the Gunners cause an upset at home, or will Bayern’s experience see them through?
Prediction: This is a tough one to call. Arsenal’s home advantage and attacking style could see them cause problems for Bayern. However, Bayern’s experience and overall quality might be too much to overcome.
Real Madrid vs Manchester City (April 9th): This is a highly anticipated rematch of last year’s semi-final competition for these top-ranked teams! Both teams are considered among the best in Europe, and this promises to be a tight and exciting battle.
Reigning champions Manchester City travel to the Santiago Bernabéu to face the ever-dangerous Real Madrid. This promises to be a tactical battle between two of Europe’s best managers, Pep Guardiola and Carlo Ancelotti.
Atlético Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund (April 10th): This is a close match up with both teams having their strengths. Atlético Madrid’s experience and home advantage could be crucial, but Dortmund’s attacking firepower shouldn’t be underestimated. An exciting and close match is on the cards!
Paris Saint-Germain vs Barcelona (April 10th): PSG will be looking to avenge their defeat to Barcelona in the 2017 Champions League knockout stages, a dramatic tie that saw Barcelona overturn a 4-0 first leg deficit. Barcelona’s recent form, however, is looking positive and will be looking to confidently perform consistently for the title.
The Second Leg (April 16th & 17th)
The return legs offer another chance for these European giants to battle it out. The aggregate score after both legs will determine who progresses to the semi-finals.
Barcelona vs Paris Saint-Germain (April 16th): Can Barcelona maintain their recent top performance or will PSG be able to win both the first and second leg?
Borussia Dortmund vs Atlético Madrid (April 16th): Will Dortmund’s attacking flair be enough to overcome Atlético’s resolute defence at home?
Manchester City vs Real Madrid (April 17th): With the score to settle after the first leg, this match promises another high-octane encounter.
Bayern Munich vs Arsenal (April 17th): Can Arsenal hold onto any advantage they gain in the first leg, or will Bayern’s experience see them through at home?
A look at the schedule in summary: First Leg
9 April 2024: Arsenal vs Bayern Munich & Real Madrid vs Manchester City
10 April 2024: Atletico Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund & Paris Saint-Germain vs Barcelona
Second Leg schedule:
16 April 2024: Barcelona vs Paris Saint-Germain & Borussia Dortmund vs Atletico Madrid
17 April 2024: Manchester City vs Real Madrid & Bayern Munich vs Arsenal
Quarter finals: 30 April 2024
- Quarter final 1 winner vs Quarter final 3 winner
- Quarter final 2 winner vs Quarter final 4 winner
Second Leg of quarter finals: 7 May 2024
- Quarter final 3 winner vs Quarter final 1 winner
- Quarter final 4 winner vs Quarter final 2 winner
Semi Final: 1 June 2024:
Semi Final 1 winner vs Semi final 2 winner
Important to note:
Specific kick-off times are yet to be confirmed. These are typically confirmed a few days before each match. You can find them on the official UEFA Champions League website or through broadcasters in your region closer to the dates.
Where to watch the UEFA Champions League
These matches will be broadcast by various channels depending on your region. Check your local listings or the official UEFA Champions League website for details.
Why You Should Watch
The Champions League quarter-finals offer some of the most exciting club football in the world. Witness world-class players, tactical battles between the best managers, and the drama of high-stakes knockout football. This is a month not to be missed for any football fan!
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