Liverpool vs Real Madrid
The big story from the draw for the UEFA Champions League, league phase, is the return of Trent Alexander-Arnold to Anfield following his acrimonious departure from the Premier League Champions in the summer. The Liverpool academy graduate achieved everything at Anfield, but Liverpool fans will remember how he left the club, departing on a free transfer. The tie also brings one of Europe's most recognised fixtures, with the two sides meeting in three finals in the last eight years and Real Madrid overcoming Liverpool on all three occasions.
Arsenal vs Bayern Munich
Mikel Arteta's side reached the semi-final stages last season, where the tournament winners, Paris Saint-Germain, eventually beat them. The Gunners and their German opposition meet once again in this competition, as Bayern Munich famously recorded a 10-2 aggregate victory over Arsenal, back when Arsene Wenger managed the club.
Real Madrid vs Manchester City
Real Madrid and Manchester City are becoming increasingly familiar with each other in this competition, with the two giants of world football set to meet at the Santiago Bernabeu. Last season, the two sides faced each other in the Champions League playoff round, with Los Blancos recording a 6-3 victory against Pep Guardiola's side. The two sides also met in consecutive semi-finals in 2022 & 2023, with either side recording an aggregate win against each other.
Eintracht Frankfurt vs Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham Hotspur's trip to Frankfurt should be one of the more intriguing ties on the calendar, with both sides known for their attacking threat in their respective sides. Thomas Frank has made a great start to his Tottenham Hotspur career, with two wins in his opening two matches, which include a win against Manchester City. Eintracht Frankfurt finished third last season in the Bundesliga, scoring 68 goals in 34 matches.
Newcastle United vs PSG
Newcastle United and current European Champions, Paris Saint-Germain, meet once again in this competition, and if their only two encounters are anything to go by, this game will certainly be an excellent matchup. The two sides met in the 2023/24 edition of the competition, with the Magpies recording a monumental 4-1 victory against PSG at St.James' Park.
Napoli vs Chelsea
Serie A Champions Napoli face a visit from FIFA Club World Cup winners Chelsea, as the game also reunites Antonio Conte against his former club. The two sides met in 2012, with Chelsea rescuing the tie with a 4-1 win at Stamford Bridge, after previously being 3-1 down from the first leg in Naples.