SportsLine's proven computer model has revealed its UEFA Champions League score predictions, top picks for Wednesday's schedule

The UEFA Champions League is the most celebrated club tournament in the world, and has been won most-often by Real Madrid, who extended their own record tally by beating Borussia Dortmund at Wembley in 2024. For the 2024-25 season we also see a new format (explained below) as the league phase will bring a totally different look to the tournament.

Round of 16 places are on the line in the second legs of the UEFA Champions League knockout phase play-offs. One goal is all that separates the sides in six of the eight UEFA Champions League knockout phase play-off ties so the second legs promise plenty of drama.

The UEFA Champions League returns Tuesday, Feb. 11 with the first set of knockout stage playoff games. The first legs will wrap up Wednesday, Feb. 12 with the return fixtures taking place a week later.

This year's knockout stage of the UEFA Champions League begins with a unique and exciting playoff round. For teams such as Real Madrid and Manchester

Feyenoord claimed a slender first-leg lead over AC Milan in their Champions League knockout play-off in Rotterdam. Igor Paixao's early effort settled the contest for the hosts, with his low drive skipping off the wet surface to beat Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan at his near post.

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The UEFA Europa League is starting its fourth knockout round playoffs. While the competition’s format underwent a big change this season, this intermediary round following the group phase continues. The teams who finished between ninth and 24th during the league phase will be involved in this round.