The results of champions league draw have caused great buzz since they have arranged huge matches in the knock-out round. Manchester City will compete with Real Madrid whereas Paris Saint-Germain will compete with Chelsea in two of the most expected matches.
Manchester city versus Real Madrid meeting is likely to be among the largest ones of the round. The two European giants had already faced one another during this season. City made a 2-1 come back in the group stage. The outcome of that has created confidence within the English club.
The match was termed as special by the city officials. The club perceives the tie to be a challenge against one of the most successful clubs in the European history. Real Madrid is still a serious competitor who have experience in the Champions League.
Paris Saint-Germain will also play another key match against Chelsea, as the defending champions. The game is a repetition of the Club World Cup final of the previous year. Chelsea emerged victorious in that match and will wish to get the same.
The officials at Chelsea claimed that they admire the quality of PSG. Nonetheless, they also feel that their team can compete effectively. The club has a lot of confidence in the knockout stage.
The knockout round of the champions league is always dramatic. The draw this year has already come up with good storylines. Top clubs will be viewed against each other at the earlier stages of the competition.
Manchester City are determined to demonstrate that they can defeat Real Madrid once again. PSG would like to become the successful title defenders. Chelsea will desire to do away with the champions and be nearer to the trophy.
These lights will deliver quality and high intensity football. The knockout round will have some of the most impressive matches of the season.
