The League stage of the 2024-2025 Champions League has come to a close and following the Knockout playoffs, we now know which teams will be advancing to the Round of 16. This season marks the first under the revamped structure through which we saw many thrilling clashes, bringing us top quality football and many memorable moments. As the competition now moves into its high stakes phase, it's important we have a look at the lucky 16 which will compromise this year's knockouts as well as what to expect later on in the journey to the final in Munich.

Under the new format, the teams who finished in the top 8 in the League stage earned automatic qualification to the Round of 16. The next 16 teams below that had to take part in the knockout playoffs, with the winner of each match advancing to the Round of 16. The 16 teams are as follows:

What Happens Next?
Once the round of 16 has concluded, the remaining 8 teams will advance to the Quarter Finals. This will be played from April 8th-16th, followed by the Semi Finals from the 29th April to the 7th of May. The remaining 2 teams will then be given a chance to battle it out for ultimate glory in one of Europe's most iconic stadiums, the Allianz Arena. With a capacity of over 75,000, this is the perfect venue for the conclusion of this prestigious event. The Grand Finale will take place on May 31st.

Who are the Favourites?
As the knockout stage unfolds, several teams stand out as possible contenders for the title. Whilst any team could emerge victorious, these are just some of the ones we think have the highest odds in succeeding. Despite only qualifying through the playoffs, Real Madrid can never be counted out of the tournament given their rich Champions League history and star-studded line up of some of the world's best. Bookmakers give Real Madrid the highest odds of 10/3 to secure their 16th and 2nd consecutive Champions League title. Will Carlo Ancelotti carry Real to victory? Who better to stand in the way of this goal than historic rival, Barcelona. Bookmakers have great faith in the Catalonian club to be a serious contender for the title, with odds of 4/1 to bring the trophy home. With a nice blend of youthful talent mixed in with experienced veterans of the game such as Robert Lewandowski, Barcelona are one team you definitely don't want to underestimate. Another team expected to be a highlight of the tournament is Liverpool. Dominating both domestically and internationally, Liverpool have been on fire this season, greatly surpassing fans expectations following Klopp’s departure. Bookmakers give them odds of 11/2. Will their winning streak continue? Arsenal and Bayern Munich are also seen as strong contenders. However, it's important to remember the unpredictable nature of football. Whether it's one of footballs titans or an unexpected underdog, we won't truly know who will win the title until the final whistle is blown.

The Champions League Knockout stage is set to deliver drama, intensity, and unforgettable moments. With Europe's finest clubs battling for a place in the final, fans can expect nothing less than the best football. Don't miss out on this opportunity to witness all this action live! Purchase your tickets with TicketKosta through our secure online booking system and be a part of football history in the making!