The Champions League’s inaugural league phase is set for a dramatic finale, with 25 of the 36 teams still uncertain about their fate. All 18 games will be played simultaneously on Wednesday, with 16 matches having significant implications.
Manchester City are on the brink of elimination after their 4-2 defeat to Paris St-Germain, while Liverpool have already secured their spot in the last 16. Arsenal are almost certain to advance, while Aston Villa and Celtic are still in contention.
The new format has introduced a high level of uncertainty, with teams’ hopes relying on other results. The top eight teams will automatically progress to the last 16, while those finishing between ninth and 24th will compete in two-legged knockout play-off ties.
Liverpool and Barcelona have already secured their spots in the last 16, while Arsenal, Inter Milan, and Atletico Madrid are among the teams that have guaranteed at least a play-off spot.
The British teams have the following scenarios: Manchester City must beat Club Brugge to advance to the play-off round, Aston Villa need a win against Celtic to secure a play-off spot, and Arsenal are almost certain to advance with a game against Girona.
The final day of the Champions League league phase promises to be an exciting and unpredictable conclusion to the group stage.
