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Updated at: Mar 18, 2023 15:45 IST
Top encounters to look out for in UEFA tournaments
UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League draw concluded on March 17 and there were a few encounters to look out for as Giants of Europe prepare themselves to face each other in April. There were a few surprising draws in the final eight of the European tournament. On that note here are the Top 5 encounters to look out for in UCL and UEL quarter-finals.
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Manchester City vs Bayern Munich
This tie can potentially be one of the greatest in history of the UEFA Champions League. Joao Cancelo and Leroy Sane will visit the streets of Manchester again. With the talent, both teams possess in their arsenal, this fixture could produce high-scoring legs.
Source: UCL
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Chelsea vs Real Madrid
This is the third successive time both these teams are facing each other in the UCL. In the first round, Chelsea defeated Real Madrid, and in the second round, Real Madrid returned in a dramatic fashion to defeat Chelsea. It will be interesting to see who will seal their place in the semi-finals.
Source: UEFA
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Manchester United vs Sevilla
Erik Ten Hag is taking Manchester United to new heights this season. They easily overcame two Spanish sides Barcelona and Real Betis this season in UEL. Now they are set to face another Spanish side. Sevilla has failed to live up to expectations this season. However, Jorge Sampaoli knows how to deal with big games. In 2018 Sevilla defeated Man Utd in UEL, but this time Red Devils will seek revenge.
Source: UEFA
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Napoli vs AC Milan
Two local rivals, challenger and champion will square off at the UCL quarter-finals. As things stand Napoli is on the verge of defeating AC Milan for the Serie A title. But AC Milan can get their revenge in the Champions League quarter-finals. Napoli has already defeated AC Milan in the league once this season.
Source: Twitter
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Juventus vs Sporting CP
After facing a point reduction Juventus took a major hit in their hopes of claiming the Serie A title. Now their eyes are set on the Europa League trophy. But before that, they have to overcome a motivating Sporting CP side that knocked out one of the favourites, Arsenal.
