In an electrifying draw for the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, Arsenal finds themselves pitted against Bayern Munich, while Manchester City gears up for a showdown against Real Madrid. The draw, held earlier today, sets the stage for high-stakes clashes between some of Europe’s footballing giants.
At Emirates Stadium, Arsenal will host German powerhouse Bayern Munich in the first leg, marking a significant challenge for the Gunners. Bayern, boasting the talents of England captain Harry Kane, promises a formidable opponent for the London side.
For Manchester City, it’s a familiar foe as they prepare to face Real Madrid for the third consecutive season in the knockout stages. Last year’s champions, City, will aim to replicate their past successes against the Spanish giants.
The quarter-final fixtures are scheduled for 9-10 April for the first legs, followed by the second legs on 16-17 April. Should Arsenal and City emerge victorious from their ties, a tantalizing all-Premier League semi-final awaits.
In other quarter-final matchups, Barcelona, five-time winners, will lock horns with French champions Paris St-Germain, while Atletico Madrid welcomes Borussia Dortmund, setting the stage for thrilling encounters across Europe.
The semi-finals, slated for 30 April and 1 May, will witness the culmination of intense battles, with the return legs scheduled for 7-8 May. The pinnacle of European club football, the final, is set to grace Wembley Stadium on Saturday, 1 June.
Arsenal’s journey to the quarter-finals saw them secure a hard-fought victory over Porto, marking their first appearance in this stage since 2010. Bayern Munich’s acquisition of Harry Kane adds an extra layer of intrigue to an already gripping tie.
Meanwhile, Manchester City’s dominance in the last eight remains unchallenged, as they dispatched Danish champions Copenhagen with ease in the previous round. Pep Guardiola’s side will look to continue their recent successes against Real Madrid, having overcome them convincingly in last year’s semi-finals.