The UEFA Champions League knockout phase continued in thrilling fashion on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, with several teams sealing their places in the Round of 16 following decisive second-leg encounters across Europe.
In Italy, Atalanta BC recorded a memorable 4-1 home victory over Borussia Dortmund. The win handed Atalanta a 4-3 aggregate triumph over the two legs, sending them through in dramatic fashion. The match was played at a high tempo, with the hosts showing determination and intensity from the opening minutes.
In Spain, historical giants Real Madrid CF extended their dominance in the competition after edging SL Benfica 2-1 at the Santiago Bernabéu. That result secured a 3-1 aggregate victory for Madrid, once again underlining their vast experience in knockout-stage football.
Meanwhile in France, Paris Saint-Germain were held to a 2-2 draw by AS Monaco. However, their first-leg advantage proved decisive as PSG advanced 5-4 on aggregate. It was a fiercely contested encounter, with both sides pushing for early goals, but PSG maintained composure to protect their aggregate lead.
In another thrilling clash that captivated fans, Juventus FC defeated Galatasaray SK 3-2 after extra time. Despite the victory, Juventus were eliminated as Galatasaray progressed 7-5 on aggregate across the two legs. The dramatic outcome brought an end to Juventus’ Champions League campaign this season.
