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The Final League Phase Showdown
Matchday 8 of the UEFA Champions League league phase is set for an electrifying Wednesday night, with all 18 matches kicking off simultaneously across Europe. With only one round left before the knockout stages, several European giants—including Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain—still face uncertainty regarding their progression.
The revamped format has delivered high drama, and as the tension peaks, here’s our take on how Matchday 8 will unfold.
Matchday 8 Champions League Predictions & Key Matches
Can Manchester City & PSG Survive?
All eyes will be on Manchester City this Wednesday. The reigning champions have endured a tough campaign, and anything less than a win against Club Brugge could see them eliminated. However, the Belgian side is unbeaten in their last 20 matches and will be determined to cause an upset at the Etihad Stadium.
Meanwhile, Paris Saint-Germain finds itself in a precarious position as well. A draw against Stuttgart would be enough for qualification, but the Bundesliga side might need a win to secure their own berth.
Who’s Already Through?
- Liverpool: The Reds lead the standings with a perfect record. A draw against PSV Eindhoven guarantees their top spot.
- Barcelona: Already through to the last 16, but a win against Atalanta—combined with a Liverpool loss—could see them claim first place.
- Arsenal & Inter: Both are near-certain for a top-eight finish, with matches against Girona and Monaco, respectively.
Other Key Matches
- Real Madrid faces an overachieving Brest side but still has a slim chance of making the top eight.
- Atletico Madrid & AC Milan need victories against Salzburg and Dinamo Zagreb to avoid the play-off round.
- Aston Villa vs Celtic is set to be a thrilling all-British clash, with both sides eyeing direct qualification.
Full Matchday 8 Predictions
| Date & Time (GMT) | Fixture | Prediction |
|---|---|---|
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | Aston Villa vs Celtic | 2-1 |
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | Barcelona vs Atalanta | 4-2 |
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | Bayer Leverkusen vs Sparta Prague | 3-0 |
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | Bayern Munich vs Slovan Bratislava | 5-1 |
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | Borussia Dortmund vs Shakhtar Donetsk | 3-1 |
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | Brest vs Real Madrid | 1-3 |
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | Dinamo Zagreb vs AC Milan | 0-2 |
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | Girona vs Arsenal | 0-2 |
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | Inter vs Monaco | 1-0 |
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | Juventus vs Benfica | 1-1 |
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | Lille vs Feyenoord | 2-2 |
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | Man City vs Club Brugge | 3-1 |
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | PSV vs Liverpool | 1-1 |
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | Salzburg vs Atletico Madrid | 0-2 |
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | Sporting CP vs Bologna | 2-0 |
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | Sturm Graz vs RB Leipzig | 1-3 |
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | Stuttgart vs PSG | 1-1 |
| 29/01/25 – 20:00 | Young Boys vs Red Star Belgrade | 0-1 |
Fan Predictions: Have Your Say!
Do you think Manchester City and PSG will make it through, or could we see a shocking elimination? Who are your picks for the top eight? Share your thoughts in the comments below! ⚽🔥
