Liverpool and Man City could face Champions League chaos ahead of last 16 draw
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Liverpool IconLiverpool FC NewsFeaturesChampions LeagueLiverpool and Manchester City will both discover their Champions League round of 16 opponents on Friday, but UEFA could be in for headachesLiverpool will face one of three teams in the Champions League round of 16(Image: Getty)UEFA could be bracing for several days of disruption, involving Liverpool and Manchester City, depending on how Friday's Champions League draw unfolds. For Liverpool it's between Atletico Madrid, who secured their place with a 7-4 aggregate victory on Tuesday night, and either Juventus or Galatasaray.
The Turkish side currently hold a 5-2 advantage from the first leg.READ MORE: Why Alisson is in Italian media headlines as Liverpool star linked with unexpected exitREAD MORE: Liverpool loan latest - Harvey Elliott dilemma, scoring form and season-ending injuryFor City, they will meet either Bodo/Glimt, who defeated Inter 5-2 on aggregate, or either Real Madrid or Benfica. Real Madrid currently lead that tie 1-0 on aggregate.For both teams, the first leg will take place away from home.
With Liverpool potentially being drawn against Atletico Madrid, and City having the prospect of facing Real Madrid, it means both sets of supporters could be in the Spanish capital simultaneously.The Champions League draw takes place on Friday(Image: Getty)If this proves to be the case, and considering the recent rivalry between both clubs, it suggests that additional security measures may need to be implemented by UEFA and the local constabulary.Liverpool and City have been vying for the Premier League crown in recent years, with City emerging victorious on most occasions.However, Liverpool capitalized on Pep Guardiola's side's decline last season to secure their 20th league championship.Get LFC's 2025/26 season home and away kitsThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. The return legs will then follow a week later on March 17 and 18.Liverpool and City have already faced off twice this season with Guardiola's side securing a dramatic victory at Anfield just a couple of weeks ago.Liverpool FCManchester City FCChampions League