PSG VS LIVERPOOL
Hands down one of the most exciting match ups of the Round of 16s. Two big clubs, looking to make history. On one hand, Liverpool is chasing their 7th Champions league title. Their last run came on 2019, where they beat Tottenham 2-0 to win their first champions league title after 14 years. On the other hand you have PSG, a team that have had super-stars after super-stars, but no luck in getting their hands on this prestigious title. They are still chasing their very first Champions League title.
1st Leg
PSG showed their strength. Outshooting Liverpool 27 shots (10 on goal) to 2 shots (1 on goal), also by controlling possession 70% to 30%. PSG also took the corner kicks, 14 to 2. On paper, PSG would have come out on top on this first leg, specially since this took place in the Parc des Princes, however, Liverpool took only one shot on goal to make it count where it matters most - on the scoreboard. Liverpool took the first leg 1-0.
2nd Leg
At Anfield, it was a different story. Liverpool showed why they are 6-time champs. It looks like Liverpool would take the game, however, Ousmane Dembele, tied this match at the 12 minute. No team was able to score taking this match to PKs where Desire Doue, broke Liverpool fans hearts. Sending PSG to the Quarter-Finals.
club brugge vs aston villa
Both of these teams searching glory in the Champions League for the first time. Club Brugge being the only Belgium team in history to EVER play in a Champions League final back in 1978, and Aston Villa having won the Champions League in 1982 (known then as the European Cup).
1st Leg
It took Villa only 3 minutes to find the back of the net, thanks to Leon Bailey. Club Brugge had most of possession in the game and also outshooting Aston villa 11 shots (3 on goal) to 7 shots (4 on goal). The Lions took the first leg 3-1 at the Jan Breydelstadion.
2nd Leg
A little different story (same result) at Villa Park. Unfortunately, for Brugge at the 12 minute - Right back Kyriani Sabbe gets sent off leaving Brugge with on less man for the rest of the game. Aston Villa will go and add 3 more goals to the aggregate score, sending them to the Quarter-Finals with an aggregate score of 6-1.
real madrid vs atletico madrid
El Derby de Madrid, Madrid Derby. One of the most anticipated match in Spain. This tie has the heavyweights, current Europe champions - Real Madrid. Atletico Madrid still chasing their very first championship, meanwhile, Real Madrid is chasing their 16th championship.
1st Leg
It took the current champs 4 minutes to find the back of the net thanks to a goal by Rodrygo. 28 minutes later Julian Alvares, responds giving Atletico the tie. Unfortunately, for los Colchoneros, this wasn't enough. Brahim Diaz sunk the Atletico fans by giving Real the first leg 2-1.
2nd Leg
Atletico took no time and scored in the very first minute. Sending the Metropolitano to an extreme high and excitement. However, to my opinion, they should have won this match in regulation. They could not finish the job. Taking the match to PKs, Antonio Rudiger would put the final nail in the coffin sending los colchoneros back home and to try again next year to get their first ever champions league title.
arsenal vs psv
Arsenal is chasing their first-ever Champions League title, while PSV is chasing their second (their first coming way back in the 1987/88 season).
1st Leg
Arsenal made a statement on the first leg outscoring PSV (7-1). Showing that they are hungry and that they want their first title.
2nd Leg
Having a big cushion lead from the first leg, Arsenal could afford laying of the gas a little, to sit back and just make sure the game does not get away from them. The second leg ended in 2-2 with Arsenal taking this tie with an aggregate score of 9-3 sending them to the Quarter-Finals.
benfica vs barcelona
Barcelona chasing their 6th Champions League title - their last one being in the 2014/2015 season. Benfica looking to get their hands on their third title - last one coming on the 1961/1962 season.
1st Leg
It was a strange match in Lisbon, Barcelona Center back, Pau Cubarsi, gets sent off at the 22 minute. Leaving Barcelona one man down for the rest of the game. However, Raphinha will find the back of the net at the 61 minute. Securing the game for the Blaugrana.
2nd Leg
It is always tough to play against Barcelona IN Barcelona. Even though they are not playing in their original field (Camp Nou) Los Culers, will always show support for their heroes. Barcelona will show a masterclass beating Benfica 3-1.
Barcelona taking this tie 4-1 going to the Quarter-Finals.
borussia dortmund vs lille
Dortmund looking to capture their second European title, while Lille is looking to capture thier very first.
1st Leg
It was a pretty even match at the Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund. Karim Adeyemi finding the back of the net at the 22 minute and then Hakon Haraldsson scoring at the 68 minute to tie the first leg.
2nd Leg
It would only take 5 minutes for Canadian-international, Jonathan David, to score and making Lille hold an important lead 2-1 against the German club. However, Can finding the back of the net from the PK spot and Beier scoring one last time at the 65 minute. Unfortunately, that would be the final for this match. Dortmund winning 3-2 on aggregate.
bayer leverkusen vs bayern munich
Leverkusen looking to win their first Champions League, meanwhile Munich looking for their 7th title - first one since the 2019/2020 season.
1st Leg
At the Allianz Arena, Munich showing their dominance. Outshooting Leverkusen - 17 shots (6 on goal) to 3 shots (1 on goal). Controlling possession at 65%. They will end up beating Leverkusen 3-0.
2nd Leg
At the BayArena, scoreline was no different. Although Leverkusen will show more fight this time. outshooting Munich - 17 shots (3 on goal) to 12 shots (5 on goal). Leverkusen will also have slightly more possession at 53%. However, Munich will also take this match 2-0.
Munich will advance to the Quarter-Finals with an aggregate score of 5-0
inter milan vs feyenoord
Inter looking for their 4th title - last one coming on the 2009/2010 season. Meanwhile Feyenoord looking for their second one - the last one coming all the way back to the 1969/1970 season.
1st Leg
In Rotterdam, Inter showed their dominance by beating Feyenoord 2-0. Goals from Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martinez.
2nd Leg
In Milano, the story remained the same where Inter found the back of the new twice sending them straight to the Quarter-Finals .
Inter will take this match with an aggregate score of 4-1.
results
Quarter Final Matches:
- PSG vs. Aston Villa
- Real Madrid vs. Arsenal
- Barcelona vs. Borussia Dortmund
- Bayern Munich vs. Inter Milan
Any surprises that you think happened on the Round of 16s? What matches are you most excited to see? Can you pick the finalists from this group?
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