The UEFA Champions League knockout stage is set to deliver some of the most highly anticipated football matches in 2024 as Europe’s elite teams vie for a spot in the final at Wembley Stadium in London.
Kicking off with the Round of 16 in February 2024, the knockout stage features two-legged ties in the Round of 16, quarterfinals, and semifinals, with the finalists competing in a one-off showpiece at Wembley Stadium. Teams qualifying for this stage will have navigated through the group stage held between September and December.
The Round of 16 first legs will take place on February 13, 14, 20, or 21, followed by the return matches on March 5, 6, 12, or 13. Importantly, the away goals rule, which used to play a decisive role, has been removed from the Champions League starting from the 2021/22 season. In the event of ties being level at the end of normal time in the second leg, matches proceed to extra time and, if necessary, penalties to determine the winner. Football enthusiasts can mark these dates on their calendars to witness the drama and excitement that the UEFA Champions League knockout stage promises to deliver.