Football fans are eagerly awaiting the UEFA Champions League Knockout Draw 2024-2025, which will take place on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 11:00 AM (GMT) in Nyon, Switzerland.
Participating Teams:
Under the new competition format, teams finishing between 9th and 24th in the group stage will qualify for the Round of 16 playoffs. These teams will be divided into two categories:
- Seeded Teams (Positions 9-16): These teams will play their second leg at home.
- Unseeded Teams (Positions 17-24): These teams will host the first leg.
Teams like Liverpool and Barcelona have already secured direct qualification to the Round of 16, while others will battle in the playoffs to secure their place.
Where to Watch the 2024-2025 UEFA Champions League Knockout Draw?
The draw will be broadcast live on the official UEFA website (UEFA.com) and its YouTube channel. Additionally, sports channels such as "beIN Sports" will also air the event live.
Match Dates:
The first leg of the Round of 16 playoffs will be held on February 11 and 12, 2025, with the second leg scheduled for February 18 and 19, 2025.
This new system is designed to enhance competition and excitement, with teams battling for qualification spots in the knockout stages through decisive matches.
