The UEFA Champions League's first-ever league phase is over, and the knockout stage outlook is now much clearer. Manchester City avoided disaster, Liverpool topped the league-phase table, and we will get Manchester City against either Real Madrid or Bayern Munich in the playoffs.

Manuel Akanji has insisted Manchester City have not lost their European aura as they gear up for a clash with either Real Madrid or Bayern Munich

When the Catalans host Atalanta in the Champions League on Wednesday, FC Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick will make at least three changes to his side.

After a comeback for the ages last week, Barcelona will be hoping for a less strenuous Champions League encounter today as they host Atalanta. Barca have already secured an automatic spot in the last 16 and are the only side capable of finishing top of the table ahead of current leaders Liverpool.

Barcelona made sure of second place in the Champions League on Wednesday after being held to a 2-2 draw by plucky Atalanta, who failed in their mission for direct qualification for the last 16.Barca will now face one of Paris Saint-Germain,