2025/26 UEFA Champions League Knockout Stage Draw Details
Information has been released regarding the upcoming draw for the knockout stages of the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League, detailing what teams need to know.
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Information has been released regarding the upcoming draw for the knockout stages of the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League, detailing what teams need to know.
Benfica has filed a complaint with UEFA's Disciplinary Committee against Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde, citing aggression amid the racism case involving Vinícius Júnior.
Álvaro Arbeloa calls on UEFA to seize a 'perfect opportunity' to take a strong stand against racism following alleged racist abuse targeting Vini Jr.
Manchester United defeated Atletico Madrid 2-0 to reach their first UEFA Women’s Champions League quarter-finals.
Liverpool is awaiting the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 draw details as the field of potential opponents sharpens.
Real Madrid coach Álvaro Arbeloa commented on Vinicius Jr., stating that UEFA has a perfect opportunity regarding the player, ahead of Real Madrid's match against Osasuna.
Benfica is reportedly targeting another Real Madrid player, following their interest in Vinicius Jr., opening a new front in UEFA Champions League transfer speculation.
Gianluca Prestianni, accused of racist insults against Vinicius Jr., wants to play in Madrid, while the Brazil Football Confederation has asked FIFA and UEFA for stringent action in the Vinicius-Prestianni case.
Debutants Manchester United have progressed in the UEFA Women’s Champions League, knocking out Atletico Madrid to set up a quarter-final clash with FC Bayern Munich.
Manchester United has continued its season of firsts by securing an emphatic victory in the UEFA Women’s Champions League Playoff round, advancing to the quarterfinals.
VfL Wolfsburg's women's team has reached the UWCL quarterfinals after a narrow 2-0 victory over Juventus in Turin, following a 2-2 draw in the first leg.
Eintracht Frankfurt, the inaugural winners of the UEFA Women’s Champions League, have advanced to the semi-finals of the UEFA Women’s Europa Cup and will face Häcken.
Real Madrid has provided UEFA with all available evidence regarding an alleged racist insult directed at Vinícius Júnior during their Champions League match against Benfica.
Celtic and VfB Stuttgart are set to face off at Celtic Park in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League knockout round play-off.

Inter Milan, last season's runners-up, were surprisingly defeated 3-1 by Norway's Bodo/Glimt in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League knockout-phase match, while Newcastle secured a dominant win against Qarabag.

Benfica claims there is a 'defamation campaign' against Gianluca Prestianni as UEFA investigates allegations that he racially abused Real Madrid players.

Bodo / Glimt scored two goals in three minutes to secure a famous 3-1 home win against Inter Milan in the first leg of their Champions League match.

Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior has reported alleged racist abuse from Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni during a Champions League match.
Newcastle United faced off against Qarabag in the UEFA Champions League earlier this evening as they looked to secure a win on the road. The Magpies made a quick start to the game and got their noses
Liverpool is reportedly on the verge of losing a key player who is recognized as the fourth-fastest in his position in the UEFA Champions League.
VfB Stuttgart is gearing up for a crucial UEFA Europa League knockout play-off tie, with tickets now available for their upcoming match.

UEFA will not block FIFA's proposal for an expanded 48-team Club World Cup, signaling improved relations between the two football governing bodies.

Russia is showing renewed interest in the Olympic Games, with a strong possibility of their athletes competing under their own flag at the LA Games in two years.
Celtic has earned an additional €300,000 in UEFA prize money after advancing to the Europa League knockout play-off stage, with VfB Stuttgart posing as their next opponent.
A day after the Champions League match between Benfica and Real Madrid, heated debate continues as the Benfica chief reportedly tried to storm Real's dressing room, prompting security intervention.
Inter Milan is set to face Bodo/Glimt in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League knockout playoff tie at Aspmyra Stadion.

Benfica manager José Mourinho has been strongly criticized by Kick It Out for his reaction to Vinícius Júnior's allegations of racism, with UEFA also investigating Real Madrid's claims.
Celtic has scored eight goals from set pieces in the UEFA Europa League this season, a statistic highlighted ahead of their match against Stuttgart.
Borussia Dortmund made history by becoming the second German club to reach 100 victories in the UEFA Champions League and its predecessor.
Real Madrid defender Trent Alexander-Arnold has slammed the alleged racial abuse aimed at teammate Vinicius Junior during Tuesday’s Champions League play-off first leg against Benfica.The ugly incid..
A recent European matchday left a bittersweet taste as on-field brilliance was overshadowed by intolerable behaviors and controversies.
Wolfsburg's women's team will face Juventus away from home in the second-leg of their Champions League playoff tie, following a 2-2 draw in the first leg.
Julian Ryerson continues his strong performance, contributing an assist in Borussia Dortmund's UEFA Champions League victory over Atalanta, following a four-assist game against Mainz.
Newcastle United is set to face Qarabag in the UEFA Champions League, aiming for a victory on the road with a predicted 4-3-3 lineup.

Galatasaray secured a decisive 5-2 victory over Juventus in the UEFA Champions League round of 16 playoff, overwhelming the Italian side with a strong performance.

A preview of the UEFA Europa League match between PAOK and Celta de Vigo, including team news, lineups, and predictions.

Previews for upcoming UEFA Europa League matches include Fenerbahçe vs Nottingham Forest and Brann vs Bologna, detailing team news, lineups, and predictions.
Atalanta Bergamo's manager, Palladino, emphasizes the team's identity as they prepare to face Dortmund in the UEFA Champions League play-offs.
A preview of the UEFA Women’s Champions League knockout phase play-off match between Manchester United Women and Atletico Madrid.
Liverpool will be unable to add a replacement for the injured midfielder Wataru Endo to their Champions League squad due to a UEFA rule.
UEFA has fined Barcelona €30,500 and issued a warning to coach Hansi Flick following incidents involving flares and a late restart during their match against Slavia Prague.
Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni has reportedly told UEFA that he called Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr a homophobic slur, not a racist insult, as UEFA investigates the allegations.
Bayern coach Vincent Kompany condemned Jose Mourinho's comments, calling them a 'huge mistake' in leadership, and defended Vinicius Jr. against historical arguments.
Napoli is reportedly scouting young talents from Bayer Leverkusen and Olympiacos during the UEFA Champions League for potential summer transfers.
Following a disappointing draw in the UEFA Champions League, Atlético Madrid is set to face Espanyol at home in a LaLiga match.
Brazil is demanding that FIFA and UEFA issue 'rigorous' punishments following alleged racist abuse against Vinicius Jr. during a Real Madrid match.
Celtic experienced a significant 4-1 defeat against VfB Stuttgart in the UEFA Europa League, leading to strong reactions from fans.
Benfica has submitted a complaint to UEFA regarding the conduct of Real Madrid star Federico Valverde following their Champions League match.
Benfica has reported a Real Madrid star to UEFA following an alleged 'punch' incident during their Champions League clash, prompting an investigation.
Martin O’Neill has named Bernardo in Celtic's starting lineup for their UEFA Europa League playoff round match against Stuttgart in Glasgow.
The confirmed lineups for the UEFA Women’s Champions League playoff return leg between Juventus and Wolfsburg have been released, following their 2-2 draw in the first leg.
A teammate of Lionel Messi has controversially stated that winning Major League Soccer is more challenging than winning the UEFA Champions League.
Real Madrid has submitted evidence to UEFA regarding racist incidents targeting Vinicius Jr. during a recent match at the Estadio da Luz.
A matchday guide for the UEFA Europa League knockout stage game between Celtic and Bundesliga side VfB Stuttgart at Paradise.

The focus has shifted to UEFA's racism protocol and its effectiveness, particularly after an incident involving Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr against Benfica, raising questions about player welfare.
The 1-1 draw between AC Milan and Como 1907 at San Siro left a bittersweet taste on the chilly Milanese night.The "Rossoneri," led by Massimiliano Allegri, arrived with the urgency to close the gap wi
Ahram Online presents match facts for the UEFA Champions League game between Bodø/Glimt and Inter.
Olympiacos is set to host Bayer Leverkusen in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League knockout phase play-off tie in Piraeus.
Prestianni faces a 10-match ban under UEFA's guidelines if he's found guilty of racial abuse.

Rather than player welfare, the focus was about racism protocol and process. Did this fail Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr against Benfica?

Benfica midfielder Gianluca Prestianni denies racially abusing Vinicius Jr. after a Real Madrid match was halted, while UEFA launches an investigation into the claims amidst Benfica's assertion of a 'defamation campaign.'
Crystal Palace is set to face Zrinjski Mostar in their UEFA Conference League knockout play-off first leg on Thursday evening, following a recent draw.
Massimiliano Canzi and his team are preparing for their most important match since he joined, facing Wolfsburg in the second leg of the UEFA Women's Champions League play-offs on February 19.
UEFA has launched an investigation into an alleged racist incident involving Vinicius Junior and Gianluca Prestianni.
UEFA has announced an investigation into allegations of discriminatory behavior after Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior accused Benfica's Gian of racist abuse.
A live score update is provided for the UEFA Champions League match between Bodø/Glimt and Inter.
A former Spanish referee has reignited controversy by analyzing an uncalled sending-off during the Real Madrid versus Benfica match.
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has provided an update on Ousmane Dembélé's fitness ahead of their UEFA Champions League play-off against AS Monaco.
A Barcelona legend has publicly sided with Vinicius Jr. following a racism episode during a match against Benfica, highlighting the serious nature of the incident.
A Real Madrid media representative reportedly clashed with the Benfica president in the tunnel after a contentious game.
Eintracht Frankfurt Frauen are preparing to secure a UEFA Women's Europa Cup semi-final berth by aiming for an aggregate win against Nordsjælland.

A Champions League match between Real Madrid and Benfica was temporarily stopped after Vinicius Jr reported being the victim of a racist remark.

Previews for several UEFA Europa League and Europa Conference League matches are available, including team news, lineups, and predictions for Celtic vs Stuttgart, Ludogorets Razgrad vs Ferencváros, Omonia vs HNK Rijeka, and Jagiellonia Bialystok vs Fiorentina.
UEFA has abolished the away goals rule for the Champions League knockout rounds starting in 2025, meaning teams tied on aggregate goals after the second leg will no longer use it as a tiebreaker.
Live coverage of the UEFA Champions League match between Benfica and Real Madrid.

Dinamo Zagreb and Genk are set to face off in the UEFA Europa League, with Dinamo Zagreb coming off a dominant 4-0 victory in their last outing.
Teenage defender Joan Martinez is among four Castilla starlets included in Real Madrid's first-team squad for their UEFA Champions League match against SL, making a strong case for more playing time.
UEFA has announced adjustments to Champions League refereeing rules, aiming for fewer VAR interventions, greater flow, and enhanced player protection.
Inter Milan expresses frustration with UEFA, attributing Lautaro Martinez's calf injury to Bodo/Glimt's artificial pitch and freezing temperatures.
Juventus prepares for a must-win Serie A clash against Como, looking to rebound from a disappointing performance in the UEFA Champions League.
UEFA has fined Barcelona and Slavia Prague a total of €70,500 following a disciplinary case opened after their match.
Manchester United Women's manager Marc Skinner confirmed that Old Trafford will host the UEFA Women’s Champions League Quarterfinal match against Bayern Munich.
Inter Milan will be without captain and leading scorer Lautaro Martinez for a crucial period of the season due to a calf injury sustained in the UEFA Champions League.
UEFA's disciplinary body is reviewing official reports from Celtic's Europa League game against Stuttgart after tennis balls were thrown onto the pitch, to decide on any disciplinary action.

Samsunspor secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Shkendija in the first leg of their UEFA Conference League knockout match, taking a significant step towards the last 16.
Martin O'Neill acknowledges Celtic's difficult position after a heavy home loss to VfB Stuttgart in the UEFA Europa League play-off first leg.
Lille OSC's chances of advancing to the UEFA Europa League Round of 16 were diminished after a 1-0 first-leg defeat to Crvena zvezda.
Real Madrid is set to face Osasuna in La Liga, with a predicted lineup featuring Garcia to start and Vinicius Jr. on the bench.
Two Brazilian players stood out in the first leg of the UEFA Europa League round of 16 playoffs between Fenerbahçe and Nottingham Forest.

Real Madrid has sent all available evidence to UEFA regarding alleged racial abuse against Vinicius Jr by Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni.
New UEFA Champions League data has highlighted a significant issue for Liverpool that Richard Hughes needs to resolve urgently.
Mbappé, Gordon, and Kane are among the top scorers in the UEFA Champions League, with Osimhen notably scoring four goals against Qarabağ FK.

Anthony Gordon scored four goals in the first half, leading Newcastle to a dominant 6-1 victory over Qarabag in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 play-off tie.
Anthony Gordon achieved an incredible feat in the Champions League, scoring four goals in the first half against Qarabağ, a highlight discussed in the FC Breakfast Club.

Patrick Schick scores twice to give Bayer Leverkusen a 2-0 away win over Olympiakos in the first leg of their UEFA Champions knockout round play-off.
Manchester United head coach Marc Skinner emphasizes his team's full focus on defeating Atlético Madrid in the second leg of the UEFA Women’s Champions League.
Inter Milan manager Cristian Chivu spoke to the press ahead of their UEFA Champions League match against Bodo/Glimt, stating that the synthetic pitch should not be a concern.

A racism controversy involving Gianluca Prestianni and Vinícius Júnior at the Estádio da Luz has escalated, leading to a UEFA investigation.

Benfica alleges a 'defamation campaign' against Gianluca Prestianni as UEFA investigates claims he racially abused a Real Madrid player.
Caitlin Clark offered a humorous reaction to NBA legend LeBron James's dietary changes, which he attributes to his continued high-level performance.
Football legends Wayne Rooney and Clarence Seedorf have strongly criticized Jose Mourinho for his comments about Vinicius Jr. following a controversy against Benfica.
Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni has provided his version of events regarding the racism allegation made against him by Vinicius Junior, who informed the referee of the incident.
Serhou Guirassy has revealed the reason behind his celebration following the UEFA Champions League match between BVB and Atalanta.
Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton has dismissed McLaren's concerns regarding Formula 1's start procedure with the new 2026 power units, while Alex Albon believes the new regulations will suit Hamilton.

Kick It Out has criticized Jose Mourinho, accusing him of 'gaslighting' for suggesting Vinicius Jr. provoked racist abuse with his goal celebration.

Fenerbahçe will host Nottingham Forest in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League round of 16 playoff, aiming for a strong start in the competition.
Atletico Madrid and Club Brugge will face off in the UEFA Champions League knockout round play-offs, with a spot in the last 16 at stake.
Bodø/Glimt, the surprise team of the Champions League playoffs, prepares to face Inter Milan in a challenging away match.
Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr have accused Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni of racially abusing Vinicius Jr during a UEFA Champions League match, with Mbappe calling for Prestianni to be banned.
Midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai's agent has responded to speculation regarding a potential move to Real Madrid, sending a message about his future at a crucial stage of the season.
Bayer Leverkusen's predicted line-up for their match against Olympiacos as they aim to secure UEFA Champions League Round of 16 qualification.
Fenerbahce will face Nottingham Forest in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League knockout play-off at Sukru Saracoglu Stadium.

Live coverage and updates are provided for the first-leg matches of the Champions League, featuring games like Benfica against Real Madrid and Monaco versus PSG.
Arsenal head coach Renée Slegers is urging her team to maintain high standards in their UEFA Women's Champions League second leg against OH Leuven.
Inter Milan is gearing up to face Bodø/Glimt in the first leg of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League play-offs, with coach Chivu holding a press conference.
UEFA has issued a reminder to its referees and the broader football community regarding the correct use of video assistant referee (VAR), emphasizing its application only for clear and obvious errors.
This article previews the UEFA Champions League knockout playoff tie between Galatasaray and Juventus, including team news, lineups, and a prediction.