- The Champions League quarter-final fixtures were officially confirmed
- Top clubs prepared for high-stakes clashes across Europe
- Fans anticipated intense and dramatic encounters in the next round
The quarter-final line-up for the UEFA Champions League has been confirmed, setting the stage for a series of high-profile encounters following the conclusion of the Round of 16 on Wednesday.
Among the standout fixtures is a heavyweight clash between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, renewing one of European football’s most storied rivalries. The two giants have met numerous times in the competition, often producing dramatic and memorable contests.
Spain will be strongly represented in the last eight, with Barcelona and Atlético Madrid joining Real Madrid in progressing to the quarter-finals. Notably, Barcelona and Atlético Madrid will face each other, guaranteeing at least one Spanish side in the semi-finals.
In another eye-catching tie, Paris Saint-Germain will take on Liverpool, a fixture that promises attacking football between two of Europe’s elite clubs.
Elsewhere, Arsenal will go head-to-head with Sporting CP, as the Premier League side looks to continue its strong European campaign.
Quarter-final fixtures
First legs (7–8 April 2026):
- Sporting CP vs Arsenal – Estádio José Alvalade, Lisbon
- Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich – Santiago Bernabéu, Madrid
- Barcelona vs Atlético Madrid – Spotify Camp Nou, Barcelona
- Paris Saint-Germain vs Liverpool – Parc des Princes, Paris
Second legs (14–15 April 2026):
- Atlético Madrid vs Barcelona – Cívitas Metropolitano, Madrid
- Liverpool vs Paris Saint-Germain – Anfield, Liverpool
- Arsenal vs Sporting CP – Emirates Stadium, London
- Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid – Allianz Arena, Munich
All matches are scheduled to kick off at 21:00 CET.
The winners of the ties will progress to the semi-finals, which are set to take place across 28–29 April and 5–6 May. The competition will culminate in the final on 30 May 2026 at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest.
With several European heavyweights still in contention, this year’s Champions League quarter-finals are widely anticipated to deliver high-quality football and intense drama.