UEFA Champions League Round of 16 Preview: Exciting Matches, How to Watch, and Key Storylines
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After an exhilarating group stage, the UEFA Champions League returns with the round of 16 matches set to kick off. With top teams from across Europe battling it out, fans can expect thrilling encounters and captivating storylines. Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming matches, including how to watch and the key narratives to follow:
How to Watch: All the action from the UEFA Champions League round of 16, including pre-match and post-match analysis, will be available for streaming on Paramount+. Additionally, CBS will provide pre-game coverage and broadcast one match per day during this stage. CBS Sports Network will also air post-game shows, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the tournament.
Round of 16 TV Schedule:
- All times Eastern
TUESDAY, FEB. 13 TIME HOW TO WATCH CBS Sports Golazo Matchday 1 p.m. CBS Sports Golazo Network UEFA Champions League Today pre-match 2 p.m. CBS, Paramount+ Copenhagen vs. Manchester City 3 p.m. CBS, Paramount+ RB Leipzig vs. Real Madrid 3 p.m. Paramount+ Multicast stream 3 p.m. Paramount+ UEFA Champions League Today Post-Match 5 p.m. CBS Sports Network, Paramount+ Scoreline 5 p.m. CBS Sports Golazo Network The Champions Club 8 p.m. CBS Sports Golazo Network Scoreline 9 p.m. CBS Sports Golazo Network Kickin’ It: Ali Krieger 10 p.m. CBS Sports Golazo Network WEDNESDAY, FEB. 14 TIME HOW TO WATCH CBS Sports Golazo Matchday 1 p.m. CBS Sports Golazo Network UEFA Champions League Today Pre-Match 2 p.m. CBS, Paramount+ Paris Saint-Germain vs. Real Sociedad 3 p.m. CBS, Paramount+ Lazio vs. Bayern Munich 3 p.m. Paramount+ Multicast stream 3 p.m. Paramount+ UEFA Champions League Today Post-Match 5 p.m. CBS Sports Network, Paramount+ Scoreline 5 p.m. CBS Sports Golazo Network The Champions Club 8 p.m. CBS Sports Golazo Network Scoreline 9 p.m. CBS Sports Golazo Network TUESDAY, FEB. 20 TIME HOW TO WATCH UEFA Champions League Today Pre-Match 2 p.m. CBS, Paramount+ Inter vs. Atletico Madrid 3 p.m. CBS, Paramount+ PSV vs. Borussia Dortmund 3 p.m. Paramount+ Multicast stream 3 p.m. Paramount+ UEFA Champions League Today Post-Match 5 p.m. CBS Sports Network, Paramount+ WEDNESDAY, FEB. 21 TIME HOW TO WATCH UEFA Champions League Today Pre-Match 2 p.m. CBS, Paramount+ Napoli vs. Barcelona 3 p.m. CBS, Paramount+ Porto vs. Arsenal 3 p.m. Paramount+ Multicast stream 3 p.m. Paramount+ UEFA Champions League Today Post-Match 5 p.m. CBS Sports Network, Paramount+ TUESDAY, MARCH 5 TIME HOW TO WATCH UEFA Champions League Today Pre-Match 2:00 PM CBS, Paramount+ *Bayern Munich vs. Lazio 3:00 PM Paramount+ *Real Sociedad vs. Paris Saint-Germain 3:00 PM Paramount+ Multicast Stream 3:00 PM Paramount+ UEFA Champions League Today Post-Match 5:00 PM CBS Sports Network, Paramount+ WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6 TIME HOW TO WATCH UEFA Champions League Today Pre-Match 2:00 PM CBS, Paramount+ *Manchester City vs. Copenhagen 3:00 PM Paramount+ *Real Madrid vs. RB Leipzig 3:00 PM Paramount+ Multicast Stream 3:00 PM Paramount+ UEFA Champions League Today Post-Match 5:00 PM CBS Sports Network, Paramount+ TUESDAY, MARCH 12 TIME HOW TO WATCH UEFA Champions League Today Pre-Match 3:00 PM Paramount+ Barcelona vs. Napoli 4:00 PM Paramount+ Arsenal vs. Porto 4:00 PM Paramount+ Multicast Stream 4:00 PM Paramount+ UEFA Champions League Today Post-Match 6:00 PM CBS Sports Network, Paramount+ WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13 TIME HOW TO WATCH UEFA Champions League Today Pre-Match 3:00 PM Paramount+ Atlético Madrid vs. Inter Milan 4:00 PM Paramount+ Borussia Dortmund vs. PSV 4:00 PM Paramount+ Multicast Stream 4:00 PM Paramount+ UEFA Champions League Today Post-Match 6:00 PM CBS Sports Network, Paramount+
Key Storylines:
- Real Madrid’s Absence of Bellingham: Real Madrid will be without star midfielder Jude Bellingham due to injury. However, despite his absence, the team boasts considerable attacking depth, with players like Vinicius Junior and Joselu stepping up to fill the void. Manager Carlo Ancelotti will look to showcase the team’s strength in their upcoming match against RB Leipzig.
- Bayern Munich’s Struggles: Bayern Munich, despite being favorites against Lazio, are facing questions about their form following a recent defeat in the Bundesliga. With star striker Harry Kane leading the attack, Bayern aims to bounce back and reaffirm their dominance in Europe. However, concerns persist about their performance in other competitions and whether they can maintain their momentum in the Champions League.
As the UEFA Champions League round of 16 commences, fans can expect thrilling matchups and captivating narratives to unfold. With top teams vying for supremacy, the stage is set for an exhilarating journey towards the coveted title. Tune in to Paramount+ to catch all the action and witness footballing excellence at its finest.