Champions League Quarter-Finalists Confirmed as European Giants Advance

Joel JJ By Joel JJ • 18th March 2026


Champions League Quarter-Finalists Confirmed as European Giants Advance

The UEFA Champions League has continued to intensify across Europe, with several top clubs advancing to the quarter-finals following the second-leg Round of 16 matches played on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

Among the standout results of the night, PSG secured an emphatic 3-0 victory over Chelsea, progressing with an 8-2 aggregate score. PSG displayed total dominance throughout most of the match.

In another thrilling encounter, Real Madrid defeated Manchester City 2-1 away, booking their place in the quarter-finals with a 5-1 aggregate win. Madrid star Vini Jr was the hero, scoring both goals.

Arsenal also maintained their strong form with a 2-0 win over Bayer Leverkusen, securing their progression to the next stage.

Meanwhile, Sporting advanced to the quarter-finals after defeating Bodo 5-0, sealing a 5-3 aggregate victory.

Today’s Fixtures

The competition continues today, Wednesday, March 18, 2026, with more second-leg Round of 16 matches, where several big teams will battle for quarter-final spots.

One of the key fixtures will see Barcelona take on Newcastle United in what is expected to be a fierce contest following a 1-1 draw in the first leg.

Meanwhile, bayern Munich appear to have an easier task against Atalanta after securing a dominant 6-1 win in the first leg.

In other matches, Liverpool face a tough challenge against Galatasaray, while Tottenham go head-to-head Atletico Madrid in another highly competitive clash.


  

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