Champions League Quarter-Finals: Preview and Predictions

The 2025-26 Champions League reaches the business end. The 8 best teams in Europe face off in the quarter-finals. Here's our analysis of each tie.

The Matchups

Real Madrid vs Inter Milan

A clash of giants. Real Madrid arrives as favorites with Mbappé in sensational form, but Inter showed during the league phase that their defensive system can stop anyone.

Prediction: Real Madrid advances, but will suffer at San Siro.

Manchester City vs Barcelona

The tactical duel of the year. Guardiola vs his former club. City has possession, Barcelona has the intensity of La Masía's new generation. Anything can happen.

Prediction: Tight series, decided by fine margins.

Bayern Munich vs Arsenal

Bayern with Kane seeking his first Champions League, and Arsenal who have spent years building for this moment. Arteta knows it's now or never for this generation.

Prediction: Bayern by experience, but Arsenal can pull an upset.

PSG vs Atlético Madrid

PSG looking to prove they can compete without Mbappé. Atlético, as always, will be an uncomfortable opponent. Simeone lives for these matches.

Prediction: PSG in a tight affair.

Who Wins the Champions League?

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