The UEFA Champions League round of 16 kicks off on Tuesday with an intense showdown—the Madrid derby.
Reigning champions Real Madrid are set to battle city rivals Atletico Madrid in a crucial fixture as they look to defend their title. Their previous two meetings this season ended in 1-1 draws, making this a highly anticipated clash. Both sides feature world-class attacking talent, with Real Madrid led by Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior, while Atletico Madrid rely on the prolific duo of Julian Alvarez and Antoine Griezmann, who have each scored over 17 goals this season.
Beyond Madrid, other exciting fixtures are lined up. Arsenal will test their Champions League ambitions against PSV, Borussia Dortmund host Lille, and Aston Villa visit Club Brugge in the day’s opening match.
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Tuesday’s Champions League Fixtures
(All times U.S. Eastern)
- Club Brugge vs. Aston Villa – 12:45 p.m. (Paramount+)
- Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid – 3 p.m. (Paramount+)
- PSV vs. Arsenal – 3 p.m. (Paramount+)
- Borussia Dortmund vs. Lille – 3 p.m. (CBS Sports Network, Paramount+)
