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The UEFA Champions League and Europa League quarterfinal matchups have officially been revealed as a result of Friday’s draw. Typically, when big competitions get down to just eight teams, there are some mouthwatering matchups. Friday’s draw in the two tournaments was no exception.
In undoubtedly the most anticipated contest in the top European competition, Manchester City will face Real Madrid. The two teams entered the quarterfinal stage as perhaps the co-favorites to collect the trophy. Although some fans may have preferred a potential matchup in the final come May, the duo will have to play earlier than expected.
City is the reigning winner of the Champions League after beating Inter Milan a year ago. Despite becoming mainstays in the latter stages of the tournament, it was the club’s first-ever triumph in the competition. Pep Guardiola’s side is arguably just as good now as they were in the previous season.
Real, on the other hand, has won the top European tournament more than any other club in the continent. The Spanish giants collected the trophy a year prior to City’s triumph, which was their 14th success in the competition’s history.
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Another massive fixture in the tournament will be when Arsenal faces off against perennial powerhouse Bayern Munich. The Gunners recently qualified for the Champions League quarterfinal for the first time in 14 years. Nevertheless, Mikel Arteta’s team is widely considered as one of the most exciting clubs in all of Europe.
Despite Bayern’s impressive history in the competition, Arsenal may just have a slight advantage due to a recent ruling by UEFA. The governing body has banned German fans from attending the away fixture of the quarterfinals because they previously threw flares on the pitch against Lazio. This means that the Gunners can fill the Emirates Stadium with all of their supporters for the first game of the…
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Author : Chris Moore
Publish date : 2024-03-15 14:53:07
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