The top eight from the league phase of the competition will face the eight winners of the knockout play-off ties in the last 16. The draw for the last 16 will take place on Friday February 21, 2025. On paper at least, the higher you finish in the league phase, the easier your last-16 tie should be.

The Champions League knockout stage is set, and several top clubs face crucial second-leg challenges. Here’s what each team needs to secure a spot in the last 16.

Paris Saint-Germain and Borussia Dortmund are on the verge of qualifying for the UEFA Champions League Round of 16. Both teams recorded 3-0 victories in the first legs of their play-off ties on Tuesday night.

Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsi has signed a contract extension with the club through to 2029. Cubarsi’s previous contract had been due to expire in 2027, having last signed an extension in May. This was the longest contract a player under the age of 18 could sign,

Barcelona have confirmed that teenage defensive starlet Pau Cubarsi has signed a new contract with the club, which will keep him there until at least 2029. The 18-year-old will still just be 22 years