After a thrilling finish to the UEFA Champions League's first-ever league phase, the competition will gear up to hold its inaugural knockout phase playoffs with Friday's draw. The teams that finished from ninth through 24th in the league phase will take part in the knockout phase playoffs,

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Barcelona have been handed a major boost with midfielder Pedri returning for the Champions League clash against Atalanta.

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

Barcelona midfielder Pedri is reportedly back in training after missing their 7-1 win over Valencia in LaLiga on January 26. The 22-year-old missed the game due to gastrointestinal issues.

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Barcelona secured a resounding 7-1 win over Valencia in La Liga on Sunday night even though manager Hansi Flick opted to make heavy rotations in the starting lineup.One of the most notable absences

Liverpool lead the way, while Premier League sides Aston Villa and Arsenal in the top eight. Manchester City? Not-so-much.

Follow live action today as the league phase of the Champions League concludes with all 36 teams in action at the same time

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Before yesterday's game, Barcelona had already booked their place in the Champions League Round of 16. A 2-2 draw at home to Serie A side Atalanta was enough fo

Real Madrid travels to play Espanyol, while Atletico Madrid faces an out-of-form Mallorca and FC Barcelona is at home to Alaves in the 22nd round of La Liga matches this weekend. Vinicius Jr is back after suspension as Real Madrid takes on the side currently ranking third from bottom and desperately needing points to escape the relegation zone.