FC Bayern Munich, as the group winners, is set to face some tough competition in the Champions League's Round of 16 draw. Potential opponents include Italian champions SSC Napoli, last season's finalists Inter Milan, or Lazio Roma. The draw takes place at UEFA headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland, on Monday at noon.
Thomas Tuchel's team could also face Paris Saint-Germain, led by star striker Kylian Mbappé, or FC Porto or PSV Eindhoven. German duels with RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund in the Round of 16 are not possible, nor a clash with group opponents FC Copenhagen.
As the top of the group, Bayern, aiming for the final at Wembley Stadium in London on June 1, will start with an away game in the Round of 16. The first legs will be held on February 13, 14, 20, and 21, while the second legs will take place on March 5, 6, 12, and 13.
Relevant Insights
- In the Champions League round of 16 draw, FC Bayern Munich will face Bayer Leverkusen.[1][5]
- The Munich-based club aims to reach the final at Wembley Stadium in London on June 1.[6]
- However, Bayern must tackle potential obstacles like Italian champions SSC Napoli, last season's finalists Inter Milan, and Lazio Roma.[2]
With a wide range of potential opponents, FC Bayern Munich's journey towards Wembley remains challenging but exciting. Whether they face top-tier Italian clubs like SSC Napoli or last season's finalists Inter Milan, engaging in a battle with Paris Saint-Germain or dealing with a stern test against FC Porto or PSV Eindhoven, the German powerhouse is ready to prove its mettle in the Champions League's Round of 16.
