Elsewhere among the eight ties, Celtic meet Bayern Munich and there is an all-French contest between minnows Brest and serial domestic champions Paris Saint-Germain. The first legs of the play-off matches will take place on February 11 and 12, with the returns a week later.

Manchester City will face Real Madrid in the Champions League knock-out round play-off.Having beaten Club Brugge 3-1 in their final league phase game to make it through to the next stage at the last opportunity,

Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji knows they will face either Real Madrid or Bayern Munich in the Champions League playoffs but believes they can win.

The two European giants know City are struggling but will still have a sense of dread at maybe having to face Pep Guardiola’s men

Thibaut Courtois said Real Madrid "aren't afraid of anyone" as they await Friday's Champions League playoff draw, which will see them face Manchester City or Celtic for a place in the round of 16.

Manchester City must navigate a two-legged tie with European champions Real Madrid while Celtic have been paired with Bayern Munich in the play-offs; winners of ties will play either Atletico Madrid o

Manchester City officials will have a dilemma to contend with when it comes to registering new players for their UEFA Champions League knockout stage squad.Pep Guardiola’s squad booked themselves a

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola faces a selection headache as he will need to omit one of the club's January signing from the Champions League knockout stages ahead of Thursday's deadline.