The draw instantly gave several headline clashes, most notably an all-French showdown between Monaco and Paris Saint-Germain, as well as pairing Benfica against Real Madrid, again. The knockout phase play-offs are set ✅#UCLdraw pic.twitter.com/SLapvWxVV2 — UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) January 30, 2026February playoffs matchesThe playoff fixtures will be played over two legs in February 2026, with the lower-ranked teams hosting the first leg and the higher-ranked sides playing the return match at home. The confirmed matchups are:Monaco vs Paris Saint-GermainGalatasaray vs JuventusBenfica vs Real MadridBorussia Dortmund vs AtalantaQarabağ FK vs Newcastle UnitedClub Bruges vs Atlético de MadridBodø/Glimt vs Inter MilanOlympiacos vs Bayer LeverkusenThe first legs are scheduled for February 17 and 18, with the decisive return fixtures on February 24 and 25. The winners will progress to the Round of 16, where they will face the teams that already secured direct qualification. Their opponents will be determined at the next draw on February 27.