Dive into our expert football pundit’s exciting preview of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 matches scheduled for Tuesday 6 March and Wednesday 7 March 2018.
This week promises electrifying second leg encounters! The journey ends for some of Europe’s top giants, as either Paris Saint-Germain or Real Madrid will bow out, while Juventus face Tottenham in a nail-biting showdown at Wembley.
Meanwhile, Manchester City and Liverpool look set to continue their dominant form at home as they host Basel and FC Porto, boasting with big first leg leads of 4-0 and 5-0 respectively. Let’s break down the action!
Tuesday 6 March
Liverpool 5/10
Draw 32/10
FC Porto 47/10
Jurgen Klopp will be eager to avoid any complacency as Liverpool take on FC Porto at Anfield. The Reds secured a commanding 5-0 victory in the first leg and aim to keep their fantastic home form alive in the Champions League.
With stars like Roberto Firmino, Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah chasing up on Cristiano Ronaldo for the Golden Boot, Liverpool’s attack is a force to be reckoned with. Porto, who have been outclassed earlier, have struggled to score on their last four visits to England. Expect the Reds to extend their winning streak, if not by another similar scoreline.
Paris Saint-Germain 19/20
Draw 3/1
Real Madrid 22/10
PSG face a tough challenge as they try to overturn a 3-1 deficit against Real Madrid at Parc des Princes, likely without Neymar due to injury. His fractured metatarsal and sprained ankle put a big question mark over PSG’s firepower.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s brace in the first leg boosts Real Madrid’s confidence as they seek a third consecutive Champions League crown. Backing Real Madrid at 4/10 to advance is a solid choice – it could be the end of the road for PSG.
Wednesday 7 March
Tottenham 23/20
Draw 47/20
Juventus 47/20
Tottenham Hotspur kept their hopes alive with a gritty 2-2 draw after trailing by two goals, setting up a thrilling return leg at Wembley. Spurs have already demonstrated their tenacity this season by winning all three home Champions League games, including a win against Real Madrid.
Juventus, on the other hand, have found it challenging away from home, winning only once on their travels this season. At 23/20, Tottenham looks like a fantastic bet to snatch victory in 90 minutes here.
Manchester City 2/13
Draw 6/1
FC Basel 15/1
FC Basel face an uphill battle visiting Manchester City, aiming to avoid another heavy defeat after a 4-0 home loss in the first leg.
With Manchester City unbeaten at home and chasing a historic treble, including the Premier League and English League Cup wins, the Champions League remains a key target for Pep Guardiola’s side. Back City on the (-1) Handicap at 9/20 for a confident wager.
QUAD TIPPED @ 11/2
Liverpool Win 5/10
Real Madrid To Qualify 4/10
Tottenham Win 23/20
Man City (-1) Handicap 9/20
