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ALL eyes have now turned to the Champions League last-16 draw following the end of the group stage.

Holders Manchester City go into the last-16 after maintaining a 100% record in Group G as Pep Guardiola’s side look to win defend their European Cup.

Man Utd crashed out of Europe after a limp defeat to Bayern Munich2

Man Utd crashed out of Europe after a limp defeat to Bayern MunichCredit: Getty
Micah Hamilton scored twice as holders Man City maintained their 100% win record2

Micah Hamilton scored twice as holders Man City maintained their 100% win recordCredit: Getty

Arsenal sailed through as Group B winners, while Manchester United crashed out of Europe following a limp 1-0 defeat to Bayern.

Newcastle United will also miss out on the knockout stages – and the Europa League – after losing their all-important group stage finale against AC Milan at St James’ Park.

But for Arsenal and Man City fans, when exactly is the Champions League draw?

When is the Champions League last-16 draw?

  • The Champions League Last 16 draw on Monday, December 18.
  • It is scheduled to get underway at 11am GMT – 12pm local time.
  • The huge draw will take place in Nyon, Switzerland.
  • Group winners are set to face runners-up in other groups unless they play in the same country.

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How can I watch it for FREE?

  • Fans can watch the Champions League last-16 draw for FREE on UEFA.com.
  • Alternatively, tune into SunSport’s live blog which will have the latest updates as the draw is announced.

What teams will be in the Champions League last-16 draw?

  • Bayern Munich (GER)*
  • Copenhagen (DEN)**
  • Arsenal (ENG)*
  • PSV (NED)**
  • Real Madrid (ESP)*
  • Napoli (ITA)**
  • Real Sociedad (ESP)*
  • Inter Milan (ITA)**
  • Atletico Madrid (ESP)*
  • Lazio (ITA)**
  • Borussia Dortmund (GER)*
  • PSG (FRA)**
  • Man City (ENG)*
  • RB Leipzig (GER)**
  • Barcelona (ESP)*
  • Porto (POR)**

*Confirmed group winners
**Confirmed group runners-up

When do the Champions League last-16 matches take place?

The round of 16 will be played over the course of four weeks

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First legs: 13/14/20/21 February 2024

Second legs: 5/6/12/13 March 2024

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