Whom Will Your Team Face in the UEFA Champions League? : Analysis and All Possible Combinations for Each Team

Share

The much awaited draw will give lots to cheer or moan for the Champions League lovers before Christmas.

 

What : UEFA Champions League Draw

When : 20th December 2012

Time : 10:30 AM GMT

Number of teams : 16

 

The tournament is currently in the 2 month break period but this draw will make the fans and the clubs excited again.Let us see all the possibilities for each team  of who their potential opponents could be.

Every group winner would want to avoid Real Madrid and Barcelona are the obvious team to avoid for the runners up.

 

Firstly there two pots are divided based on Group Winners and Runners

GROUP WINNERS

Paris St Germain
Schalke
Malaga
Borussia Dortmund
Juventus
Bayern Munich
Barcelona
Manchester United

GROUP RUNNERS-UP

Porto
Arsenal
AC Milan
Real Madrid
Valencia
Shakhtar Donetsk
Galatasaray
Celtic

 

Likely Opponents for Each Team : 

The Winners :

  • Paris St Germain : Arsenal, AC Milan, Real Madrid, Shakhtar Donetsk, Valencia, Celtic, Galatasaray.

That last match day win made them the group winners and put them in a very comfortable position. They will be favorites to go through against any opponent except Real Madrid. Arsenal,AC Milan and Shakhtar will be tricky opponents too. 

  • Schalke : Porto, AC Milan, Shakhtar Donetsk, Galatasary, Valencia, Celtic, Real Madrid

They are in a similar position as PSG. They will also pray to avoid Real Madrid.

  • Malaga : Arsenal, Shakhtar Donetsk, Celtic, Galatasaray,Porto

It will not be all that hectic for Malaga. Since their two fellow country clubs cannot face them, the only team they will be looking to avoid will be Shakhtar. Arsenal Malaga could be another juicy fixture providing a home coming for Santi Cazorl.

  • Borussia Dortmund : Porto, Arsenal, AC Milan, Shakhtar Donetsk, Valencia, Celtic,Galatasaray

Dark Horses to win the Champions League, Dortmund will be on top of the world after winning the group of Death ahead of Madrid and Man City. They will be favorites against any team from the Runners Up pot.

  • Juventus : Porto, Real Madrid, Arsenal, Valencia, Celtic, Galatasaray

As usual, Real Madrid the only tough opposition, however they tend to struggle away. So Celtic and Valencia are also tricky opponents.

  • Bayern Munich : Porto, Arsenal, AC Milan, Real Madrid, Shakhtar Donetsk, Celtic,Galatasaray

Favorites no matter who they face.

  • Barcelona : Porto, Shakhtar Donetsk, Arsenal, Galatasaray, AC Milan

Similar to Bayern, favorites no matter who the opposition is.

  • Manchester United : Porto, AC Milan, Real Madrid, Shakhtar Donetsk, Valencia, Celtic

If at all it happens, United-Madrid will definitely be the tie of the round no matter what the fixtures are. United-Celtic will bring back the Anglo-Scottish rivalry and will be another mouth watering fixture.

 

Runners Up : 

  • Porto : Schalke, Málaga, Dortmund, Juventus, Bayern Munich, Barcelona, Manchester United

Will be under dogs against any team but for probably Schalke.

  • Arsenal : PSG, Málaga, Dortmund, Juventus, Bayern Munich, Barcelona

Only a draw against Malaga will be a satisfactory one for Arsenal. It looks tough against any other team.

  • AC Milan : PSG, Schalke, Dortmund, Bayern Munich, Barcelona, Manchester United

All the 6 teams look capable of beating them on current form but they play different in Europe so will be a hard team for their opponents.

  • Valencia : PSG, Schalke, Dortmund, Juventus, Manchester United

Should pray to draw Schalke to stand some chance.

  • Shakhtar Donetsk : PSG, Schalke, Málaga, Dortmund, Bayern Munich, Barcelona, Manchester United

A team which showed the world that they’re no push overs. Will prove to be very hard to crack especially in their own back yard in Ukraine when the temperature is mostly below 0 degrees. Another Dark Horse for the tournament.

  • Galatasaray : PSG, Schalke, Málaga, Dortmund, Juventus, Bayern Munich, Barcelona

Probably the weakest team in the Champions League. Will be hard to go through.

  • Celtic : PSG, Schalke, Málaga, Dortmund, Juventus, Bayern Munich, Manchester United

They need more miracles like that game against Barca if they’re to stand any chance. 

Dinesh V

Co-founder of Soccersouls. Living a start-up life 24/7 Follow @dineshintwit

Recent Posts

Tips for Attending Your First Live Football Match

Experiencing a live football match in a stadium is genuinely remarkable. The atmosphere differs  significantly from watching on a screen. The energy and excitement are contagious, immersing  you in the game like never before.   If you're gearing up for your inaugural football match, knowing what to expect is essential. The  sheer intensity of being surrounded by hundreds or thousands of passionate fans can be  overwhelming. To ensure you make the most of this unique experience, here are some tips for  first-timers:  Secure Tickets Early  Getting tickets is crucial, especially for popular events like the World Cup or highly anticipated  matches. Buying online is often the most convenient method. As the season progresses, ticket  demand increases, leading to quick sell-outs. Prices can vary based on team popularity, stadium  quality, and other factors. You can think about buying your tickets in cryptocurrency. Consider  using USDT but first understand tether meaning to know how to go about it. If you have a  specific team or player you want to see, plan accordingly by checking their schedule and  securing tickets early for the best experience. …

2 days ago

Some key players to watch at Euro 2024

FRANCE WIN 14-0 🤯Les Bleus score 14 (FOURTEEN) times vs. Gibraltar for their biggest-ever win.…

3 days ago

Aston Villa vs Liverpool preview, team news, tickets and prediction

Aston Villa are having a very fine season so far in the Premier League. The…

4 days ago

Manchester City vs Wolverhampton Wanderers preview, team news, tickets & prediction

The Premier League run-in, the backend of the title race for Manchester City sees them…

2 weeks ago

Everton vs Nottingham Forest preview, team news, tickets, and prediction

Everton is having a bad season so far, from their poor form in the league…

4 weeks ago

The Vital Role of Communication on the Soccer Field: Unlocking Success in Leagues

Communication is the heartbeat of any successful soccer team. On the field, amidst the flurry…

1 month ago