Champions League Matches

March 2026 Preview (UK)

The UEFA Champions League Round of 16 takes place across 10–11 March 2026 (first legs) and 17–18 March 2026 (second legs). The ties are played over two legs, with the aggregate winner progressing to the quarter-finals.

In the UK, matches are typically broadcast live on TNT Sports and Discovery+, with highlights available later in the evening.

Below is a preview of each first-leg fixture in March 2026, including kick-off times (GMT), approximate betting odds, and a balanced prediction based on the market odds.

Tuesday, 10 March 2026

Galatasaray vs Liverpool

• Kick-off: 17:45 GMT

• Venue: Rams Park, Istanbul

• UK TV Coverage: TNT Sports / Discovery+

Betting Odds (approximate):

• Galatasaray: 3/1

• Draw: 11/4

• Liverpool: 5/6

Match Analysis:
Liverpool enter the match as favourites due to their stronger squad depth and European experience. However, Galatasaray’s home atmosphere is famously intense and could make this a competitive contest.

Predicted Result:
Galatasaray 1–2 Liverpool

Atalanta vs Bayern Munich

• Kick-off: 20:00 GMT

• Venue: Gewiss Stadium, Bergamo

• UK TV Coverage: TNT Sports / Discovery+

Betting Odds (approximate):

• Atalanta: 3/1

• Draw: 5/2

• Bayern Munich: 4/5

Match Analysis:
Bayern Munich are among the favourites to win the tournament and are expected to control possession. Atalanta’s attacking approach may create chances but could leave defensive gaps.

Predicted Result:
Atalanta 1–2 Bayern Munich

Newcastle United vs Barcelona

• Kick-off: 20:00 GMT

• Venue: St James’ Park

• UK TV Coverage: TNT Sports / Discovery+

Betting Odds (approximate):

• Newcastle: 11/4

• Draw: 13/5

• Barcelona: 5/6

Match Analysis:
Barcelona are slight favourites due to their European pedigree. Newcastle’s home support could make this a tight contest, particularly in the first leg.

Predicted Result:
Newcastle 1–1 Barcelona

Atletico Madrid vs Tottenham Hotspur

• Kick-off: 20:00 GMT

• Venue: Civitas Metropolitano, Madrid

• UK TV Coverage: TNT Sports / Discovery+

Betting Odds (approximate):

• Atletico Madrid: 11/10

• Draw: 12/5

• Tottenham: 13/5

Match Analysis:
Atletico Madrid’s defensive structure and strong home record make them narrow favourites. Tottenham may look to keep the tie close before the second leg.

Predicted Result:
Atletico Madrid 1–0 Tottenham

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Bayer Leverkusen vs Arsenal

• Kick-off: 17:45 GMT

• Venue: BayArena, Leverkusen

• UK TV Coverage: TNT Sports / Discovery+

Betting Odds (approximate):

• Leverkusen: 9/2

• Draw: 16/5

• Arsenal: 4/7

Match Analysis:
Arsenal are strong favourites in this tie thanks to their current squad strength and recent Champions League performances.

Predicted Result:
Leverkusen 0–2 Arsenal

Bodø/Glimt vs Sporting CP

• Kick-off: 20:00 GMT

• Venue: Aspmyra Stadion

• UK TV Coverage: TNT Sports / Discovery+

Betting Odds (approximate):

• Bodø/Glimt: 8/5

• Draw: 5/2

• Sporting CP: 8/5

Match Analysis:
This is one of the most evenly matched ties in the round. Bodø/Glimt’s home advantage and difficult playing conditions could play a significant role.

Predicted Result:
Bodø/Glimt 1–1 Sporting CP

Paris Saint-Germain vs Chelsea

• Kick-off: 20:00 GMT

• Venue: Parc des Princes, Paris

• UK TV Coverage: TNT Sports / Discovery+

Betting Odds (approximate):

• PSG: 17/20

• Draw: 14/5

• Chelsea: 29/10

Match Analysis:
PSG have the stronger attacking options and are slight favourites at home. Chelsea’s counter-attacking ability could still make this a close contest.

Predicted Result:
PSG 2–1 Chelsea

Real Madrid vs Manchester City

• Kick-off: 20:00 GMT

• Venue: Santiago Bernabéu

• UK TV Coverage: TNT Sports / Discovery+

Betting Odds (approximate):

• Real Madrid: 13/5

• Draw: 11/4

• Manchester City: 19/20

Match Analysis:
Manchester City are narrow favourites due to their recent consistency in Europe. However, Real Madrid’s experience in Champions League knockout ties means this matchup is extremely difficult to predict.

Predicted Result:
Real Madrid 1–1 Manchester City

Second-Leg Fixtures (17–18 March 2026)

The return legs of these ties will take place one week later with the venues reversed. These matches will determine which teams progress to the quarter-finals.

Typical UK kick-off times for the second legs are:

• 17:45 GMT early fixture

• 20:00 GMT evening fixtures

Likely Quarter-Final Qualifiers (Based on Current Odds)

Based on bookmaker pricing and squad strength, the teams most likely to advance are:

• Liverpool

• Bayern Munich

• Barcelona

• Atletico Madrid

• Arsenal

• Paris Saint-Germain

• Manchester City

The tie between Bodø/Glimt and Sporting CP appears the most evenly balanced.

Summary

March 2026’s Champions League Round of 16 features several standout clashes, particularly Real Madrid vs Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain vs Chelsea. English clubs are strongly represented, with Liverpool and Arsenal among the favourites to reach the quarter-finals.

If current form and odds hold, the knockout stage could set up some blockbuster quarter-final matchups later in the spring.