Liverpool's terrifying route to Champions League final as Arsenal gets easy ride
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Liverpool IconLiverpool FC NewsFeaturesChampions LeagueAfter discovering it will face Liverpool in the Champions League last-16, the Reds also learnt which clubs it could be paired against in the quarters, semis and possible finalLiverpool's potential route to the Champions League final has been revealedLiverpool's potential route to the Champions League final has been confirmed following Friday's knockout draw.As is customary, the last-16 draw, which saw the Reds paired with Galatasaray, preceded the full knockout draw, in which Arne Slot's side discovered the sides it could face at the quarter-final, semi-final and the final.The draw was conducted by former Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic from Uefa's headquarters in Nyom. Ex-Reds striker Ian Rush was among the Liverpool contingent present in Switzerland.The Reds now know they could Paris Saint-Germain or Chelsea in the quarter-finals, with one of Real Manchester Manchester City, Bayern Munich or Atalanta offering a possible semi-final opponent.If Liverpool was to make it all the way to the final, Arsenal, Barcelona, Tottenham Hotspur or Newcastle United are among the club that could lie in wait in Budapest.In that sense, Liverpool has certainly been drawn in the tougher side of the draw that includes the reigning European and world champions, and the last 10 winners of the competition.In contrast, Arsenal's chances of going all the way have been strengthened by Friday's draw.
It has been included in the kinder half of the brackets, with a last-16 tie against Bayer Leverkusen followed by a possible quarter-final clash with Bodo/Glimt or Sporting Lisbon.There will be more to follow on this breaking news story and Liverpool.com will bring you the very latest updates, pictures and video as soon as possible.Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story as they happen.Follow @Liverpoolcom_ : The official Liverpool.com account for all the latest sports news as it happens in real time.Follow us on Facebook or visit Liverpool.com homepage.Liverpool FCChampions League