In a highly anticipated draw for the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, Arsenal Football Club found themselves pitted against German powerhouse Bayern Munich, while Manchester City is poised to take on Spanish giants Real Madrid. The matchups, scheduled for April 9 and 10, promise to deliver thrilling displays of football prowess and strategic maneuvering.
The first leg of the quarter-finals will see Arsenal hosting Bayern Munich at the Emirates Stadium on April 9. Adding to the drama is the return of former Tottenham star Harry Kane, now donning Bayern's colors, as he faces his former North London rivals.
On the other hand, Manchester City will travel to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to clash with Real Madrid on April 10. The encounter is expected to be a spectacle, with both teams vying for a coveted spot in the semi-finals.
Should Arsenal and Manchester City emerge victorious from their quarter-final ties, they will face each other in the semi-finals. The prospect of an all-English showdown adds an extra layer of intrigue to the competition.
Meanwhile, other quarter-final fixtures include Barcelona taking on Paris Saint-Germain and Borussia Dortmund playing against Atletico Madrid.
The semi-finals are scheduled for April 30 and May 1, with the return legs on May 7 and 8. The pinnacle of European club football, the Champions League final, is slated for June 1 at Wembley Stadium, promising an electrifying climax to the tournament.