Atletico Madrid‘s opponent in the Round of 16 will be either Liverpool or Tottenham, depending on the results of the official UEFA draw scheduled for Friday, February 27.

Under the competition’s new format, clubs can now face opponents they already played during the league phase or teams from their own national association in the Round of 16—a departure from previous regulations.

If drawn against Liverpool, it would mark a rematch of their league-phase encounter, which the English side won 3-2 at Anfield. The Round of 16 fixtures are currently scheduled to take place across two legs on March 10-11 and March 17-18, 2026.

Who else has qualified for the Round of 16?

Atletico Madrid join the eight clubs that earned direct qualification by finishing in the top spots during the league phase. Those teams are: Arsenal, Bayern Munich, Liverpool, Tottenham, Barcelona, Chelsea, Sporting Lisbon, and Manchester City.

Following Atletico’s qualification on Tuesday, three more spots will be decided as the series between Inter Milan vs Bodo/Glimt, Bayer Leverkusen vs Olympiacos, and Newcastle vs Qarabag conclude.

The final four spots will be filled on Wednesday when Atalanta face Borussia Dortmund, Juventus meet Galatasaray, Real Madrid take on Benfica, and PSG play Monaco.

Diego Simeone’s side enters the match in strong form, coming off a 4-2 victory over Espanyol in LaLiga. Atletico have typically flourished at home this season—highlighted by a dominant 4-0 win over Barcelona in the Copa del Rey—but they have been inconsistent in European home fixtures. Surprising league-phase losses to PSV and Bodo/Glimt serve as a warning that they cannot afford to overlook their Belgian opponents.

Club Brugge also arrive with momentum, riding a three-game winning streak in their domestic league. While the visitors only managed one away win during the Champions League league phase—a 4-1 victory over Kairat Almaty—they travel to Madrid knowing that any victory tonight would secure a historic berth in the next round.

What happens if Atletico Madrid win vs Club Brugge?

If Atletico Madrid secure a victory at home, they will advance to the Round of 16. Because the first leg ended in a draw, the margin of victory does not matter; any win tonight guarantees the Spanish side a spot in the next stage.

What happens if Atletico Madrid and Club Brugge?

Should the score remain level at the end of regulation, the match will proceed to a 30-minute overtime period divided into two 15-minute halves. If the teams are still tied after extra time, the winner will be determined by a penalty shootout.

What happens if Atletico Madrid lose vs Club Brugge?

If Club Brugge pull off the upset and defeat Atletico Madrid in Spain, the Belgian side will advance to the Round of 16. In this scenario, Simeone’s squad would be eliminated from the competition on its home turf.

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Arsenal head into their next Champions League test looking to rebuild momentum after recent Premier League struggles, and they do so from a position of strength atop their group following a statement win over Bayern Munich—their fifth straight in the competition.

The Gunners aim to keep rolling against a resilient but pressured Club Brugge side that has battled through a tough slate without finding the results it needs; with elimination looming, the Belgian club enters this matchup desperate for at least a point to stay alive as the league stage winds down.

When will the Club Brugge vs Arsenal match be played?

Club Brugge will face Arsenal this Wednesday, December 9, in the league stage Matchday 6 of the UEFA Champions League. The game is set to kick off at 3:00 PM (ET).

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The Polish striker is available but has been placed on the bench to start the match. Lewandowski is recently recovered from a hamstring tear in his left leg sustained while on international duty with Poland. The striker saw some minutes in the last league match against Elche and is expected to be subbed into the game in the second half to continue building his match fitness.

The Brazilian winger remains out due to injury, having been sidelined for over a month after suffering a biceps femoris injury in his right thigh during a league match against Real Oviedo on September 25th.

Raphinha was originally expected to be out for only three weeks and possibly return for the Real Madrid match, but a recurrence of the injury prolonged his time away from the pitch. The forward is now in the final stages of his recovery and is anticipated to rejoin the full squad in the coming days.

Flick navigating roster injuries

The German coach is contending with a number of serious injuries across his roster this season. Barcelona are currently without several key contributors: Marc-Andre Ter Stegen, Joan Garcia, Gavi, and Raphinha. Additionally, Pedri was recently ruled out after suffering a ruptured biceps femoris, which will sideline him for approximately one month.

The positive news for Flick is the return of important players like Lewandowski and Dani Olmo to the bench, both of whom have been out for a long period due to injury.

“We have to play as a team and focus on the game plan. We took a step forward with the win against Elche, and we have got important players like Olmo and Lewandowski back. We have the quality to win against Club Brugge,” Flick said in his pre-match press conference.

The home side, enters this contest with three points, having been routed 4-0 by Bayern Munich in the last Champions League game. After securing a strong 4-1 victory over Monaco on Matchday 1, Club Brugge have failed to win any other league phase match and desperately need a victory tonight to stay in the running for qualification.

On the other side, Hansi Flick’s team arrives with six points, following a comfortable 6-1 thrashing of Olympiacos at home. The Spanish giants had also secured a 2-1 victory over Newcastle on Matchday 1 but suffered a loss to PSG on Matchday 2.

A victory for Barcelona would position them as challengers to current leaders Bayern Munich and Arsenal, who top the league with 12 points and are currently undefeated in the competition. Inter Milan also have a chance to join the top tier this afternoon if they defeat FC Kairat.

Club Brugge lineup

For this match, manager Nicky Hayen will be without Bjorn Meijer, Ludovit Reis, and Simon Mignolet, all sidelined due to injury. However, Raphael Onyedika is starting after recently returning from injury and playing minutes in Brugge’s last Belgian league victory against FCV Dender.

Club Brugge’s starting XI to face Barcelona: Nordin Jackers; Kyriani Sabbe, Joel Ordoñez, Brandon Mechele, Joaquin Seys; Raphael Onyedika, Aleksandar Stankovic; Carlos Forbs, Hans Vanaken, Christos Tzolis; Nicolo Tresoldi.

Barcelona lineup

Hansi Flick had hoped to have Andreas Christensen available for this match, but the Danish defender suffered a muscular setback during the pre-match training session. As a result, the German coach will be without Christensen, along with a host of other injured players: Marc-Andre Ter Stegen, Joan Garcia, Gavi, Raphinha, and Pedri. Moreover, Robert Lewandowski is starting on the bench.

Barcelona’s starting team to face Club Brugge: Wojciech Szczesny; Jules Kounde, Ronald Araujo, Eric Garcia, Alejandro Balde; Frenkie De Jong, Marc Casado; Lamine Yamal, Fermin Lopez, Marcus Rashford; Ferran Torres.

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Barcelona have kicked off the league stage with a solid showing, claiming two victories in three matches and sitting just outside the top eight with six points—right on track for their initial goal of advancing. To secure direct qualification for the Round of 16, the Spanish giants will need to maintain their winning form.

They will take on Club Brugge, who have struggled to just three points so far. Facing the threat of falling further behind, Brugge are expected to fight hard to grab a result against a side that, on paper, appears far superior.

When will the Club Brugge vs Barcelona match be played?

Club Brugge take on Barcelona this Wednesday, November 5, in the league stage Matchday 4 of the UEFA Champions League. The game is set to kick off at 3:00 PM (ET).

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The Round of 16 kicks off with an intriguing matchup between two teams unaccustomed to reaching the quarter-finals, offering a unique opportunity to advance without facing a tournament favorite.

Aston Villa have been inconsistent but has the quality to trouble any opponent, while Club Brugge enter with momentum after a statement win over Atalanta. Brugge face a tough challenge but knows this is a golden chance to break into the competition’s final eight.

When will the Club Brugge vs Aston Villa match be played?

Club Brugge receive Aston Villa this Tuesday, March 4, in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 16. The game is set to kick off at 12:45 PM (ET).

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Club Brugge have already shown they’re a formidable force at home, with their 2-1 victory over Atalanta in the first leg serving as another testament to their strength. However, the road ahead presents a much tougher challenge as they now head to Italy, needing to secure a spot in the round of 16.

Despite the win, the narrow goal difference offers no guarantees, and Atalanta are fully aware of this. With their own strong home record, they’ll be pushing hard to secure a victory that would see them through to the next round of the Champions League.

When will the Atalanta vs Club Brugge match be played?

Atalanta take on Club Brugge this Tuesday, February 18, in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 32. The game is set to kick off at 3:00 PM (ET).

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Manchester City squandered a crucial opportunity after falling behind 2-0 to PSG, eventually losing 4-2 in a match that could have solidified their Champions League hopes. Now, the pressure is on as the Citizens face a must-win scenario to avoid elimination from the competition.

Erling Haaland and his squad will be desperate to secure all three points against Club Brugge, a team that, despite being considered weaker on paper, has shown resilience against stronger opponents. With 11 points, Brugge are also fighting to stay alive, making this clash a high-stakes showdown for both sides.

When will the Manchester City vs Club Brugge match be played?

Manchester City play against Club Brugge this Wednesday, January 29, in a Matchday 8 clash of the UEFA Champions League. The game is set to kick off at 3:00 PM (ET).

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Juventus and Club Brugge enter this clash under similar pressures, with both teams fighting to stay in contention. Juventus, sitting at 11 points, are within reach of the top eight but face a crowded field with several teams just a few points apart, making the threat of elimination very real as rivals trail only four points behind.

Club Brugge, with 10 points, find their position even more precarious and urgently need a win to improve their chances heading into the final matchday. With so much at stake, this promises to be an intense and high-stakes battle.

When will the Club Brugge vs Juventus match be played?

Club Brugge will host Juventus this Tuesday, January 21, in a UEFA Champions League Matchday 7 clash set to kick off at 3:00 PM (ET).

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Sporting CP‘s remarkable form in the Champions League and Primeira Liga have hit a rough patch, with one loss in Europe and back-to-back defeats in domestic play marking a low point for a team that seemed poised to be this season’s breakout story.

Despite the setbacks, Viktor Gyokeres and his squad have an opportunity to bounce back in their upcoming clash against Club Brugge. The Belgian side, fresh off a 1-1 draw with Celtic, face a critical moment with just seven points in the group stage, needing a victory to keep their qualification hopes alive.

When will the Brugge vs Sporting CP match be played?

Brugge play against Sporting CP this Tuesday, December 10, in a UEFA Champions League Matchday 6 clash set to kick off at 3:00 PM (ET).

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