UEFA Champions League Round of 16: Key Fixtures and Dates

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The anticipation for the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 draws reached its peak on Monday as the teams discovered their fate in Nyon, Switzerland. The draw produced some thrilling matchups that are sure to captivate football fans around the globe.

Manchester City Faces Copenhagen, PSG Takes on Real Sociedad

Title holders Manchester City are set to embark on their Round of 16 journey against FC Copenhagen. This clash promises to be an exciting encounter as Manchester City aims to defend their Champions League crown.

Meanwhile, Paris Saint-Germain, a perennial contender in the competition, is pitted against Real Sociedad. The French giants will be keen to showcase their prowess against a formidable opponent in the knockout stages.

Other Notable Pairings

The draw also revealed other enticing matchups, adding to the drama of the knockout stage. Barcelona will lock horns with Napoli, and Inter Milan is set to face Atletico Madrid. Borussia Dortmund and PSV Eindhoven will engage in a battle of skill and tactics, while Bayern Munich takes on Lazio in what promises to be a clash of titans.

Fixture Details

The Round of 16 will unfold in two legs, with the first set of matches scheduled for February 13-14 and February 20-21. The remaining half of the Round of 16 stage will keep fans on the edge of their seats on March 5-6 and March 12-13.

Full Round of 16 Draw

Porto vs Arsenal
Napoli vs Barcelona
Paris Saint-Germain vs Real Sociedad
Inter vs Atletico Madrid
PSV vs Borussia Dortmund
Lazio vs Bayern Munich
FC Copenhagen vs Manchester City
RB Leipzig vs Real Madrid

Manchester City once again got lucky in Round 16 as they will go up against FC Copenhagen, considered the weakest team in Round 16. However, the toughest challenge will be for Barcelona, who is struggling in the league, and now they are against Napoli.