Champions League Draw: Real Madrid vs. Benfica, Newcastle vs. Qarabag

The UEFA Champions League draws are creating excitement among fans, highlighting significant matchups such as Real Madrid facing Benfica and Newcastle set to battle Qarabag. This competition, renowned for showcasing Europe’s elite clubs, is once again set to enthrall football lovers as it progresses to the knockout stages.

Champions League Knockout Phase Format

Following the play-off rounds, the top eight teams advance to the last 16, where they will compete against the best eight finishers from the league phase. This stage adopts a knockout format, with each tie decided over two legs, except for the final.

Seeding and Home Advantage

• The final placement in the league phase impacts seeding in the knockout rounds.
• Seeded teams, having finished in the top eight of the league, gain the advantage of hosting the second leg.

This season marks a significant change. Now, a team’s placement will also affect their seeding in the quarter-finals and semi-finals. Those finishing in the top four at the end of the league phase will be seeded in the quarter-finals, receiving home advantage for their second leg matches.

Quarter-Final and Semi-Final Seeding

• The top two teams from the league phase will be seeded in the semi-finals.
• Should they progress, these teams will also host the second leg of their semi-final ties.

If a seeded team is eliminated from either the quarter- or semi-finals, their seeding position will transfer to the team that defeated them. This format ensures that the competition remains thrilling and unpredictable, maintaining the integrity and excitement of the UEFA Champions League.

As the matches approach, fans eagerly await the drama that will unfold in fixtures like Real Madrid vs. Benfica and Newcastle vs. Qarabag. Stay tuned to Filmogaz.com for the latest updates and analyses on these pivotal encounters.