The UEFA Champions League has reached the knockout rounds following an fascinating inaugural league phase. Eight matchdays of seemingly never-ending action leaves us with 24 sides left, 16 of which will be involved in the competition’s first-ever knockout round playoffs.

Benfica confirm their place in the knockout play-off round of the Champions League with a comfortable win over Juventus in Turin.

TURIN, Italy - Benfica secured their place in the Champions League playoffs with a 2-0 win away to Juventus, who were already assured of their playoff spot coming into the final game of the league phase on Wednesday.

With a spot in the Champions League knockout stage secured, Liverpool now know their potential opponents for the round of 16.

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With the Champions League play-offs taking place over the next two weeks, Adidas and UEFA on Monday unveiled the new ball that will be used in this prestigious competition to take the team all the way.