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Manchester City and Real Madrid clash in the UEFA Champions League knockout phase, promising thrilling matchups and intense competition.

The UEFA Champions League knockout phase play-offs are set to ignite excitement as the draw was confirmed on January 31, 2025. The first matches will take place on February 11 and 12, featuring a thrilling lineup of teams vying for a coveted spot in the round of 16. The top eight teams from the group stage have automatically advanced, while those ranked ninth to 24th will battle it out in the play-offs.

One of the standout fixtures is the clash between English Premier League champions Manchester City and the defending Champions League winners Real Madrid. This marks the fourth consecutive year these two football giants meet, with each previous encounter resulting in the winning team going on to lift the trophy. The stakes are high as both clubs aim to assert their dominance on the European stage.

Another intriguing matchup features Celtic taking on Bayern Munich, with the victor set to face either Real Madrid or Manchester City in the next round. The full pairings for the knockout play-offs include Club Brugge vs Atalanta, Sporting CP vs Borussia Dortmund, Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven, Feyenoord vs AC Milan, Brest vs Paris Saint-Germain, and AS Monaco vs Benfica.

Recent form adds another layer of intrigue to these matchups. Manchester City remains unbeaten in their last six Premier League games, although they struggled in the Champions League prior to their victory over Club Brugge. Real Madrid, on the other hand, has lost just one of their last 14 matches, showcasing their resilience. Juventus has faced challenges with numerous draws, while PSV Eindhoven boasts an impressive home record, remaining undefeated since November 2022.

As the knockout phase approaches, fans eagerly await the drama and intensity that only the Champions League can deliver.

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