Champions League semi-final draw as it stands after Liverpool and Barcelona knocked out
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But with half of the semi-final line-up completed, what does the current last-four draw look like as it stands?2026 Champions League semi-final draw as it standsAfter holding on for a somewhat respectable defeat against Paris Saint-Germain last week, Liverpool entered the second leg at Anfield clinging to hope of a special comeback. Arne Slot’s side started well at Anfield but never looked like threatening the Ligue 1 giants.As a reward for progressing through the tie, they’ll be rewarded with a mouth-watering semi-final against either Bayern Munich or Real Madrid.
The Bundesliga outfit boast a 2-1 advantage heading into the return leg against Alvaro Arbeloa’s Real Madrid side, with Bayern Munich aiming for what would be only their second Champions League semi-final since winning the competition in 2020.On the opposite side of the draw, Atletico were ahead by two goals heading into their home second leg at the Metropolitano. Mikel Arteta and co. might’ve had a difficult couple of weeks, but a late Kai Havertz goal in Lisbon gave them a slender lead to take back to the Emirates Stadium ahead of Wednesday’s return leg.The 2026 Champions League final takes place in Budapest (Image: Getty)Champions League semi-final draw:Arsenal/Sporting vs Atletico Madrid Football transfer news and rumours plus selected offers and competitions Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you.
Read our Privacy PolicyParis Saint-Germain vs Bayern Munich/ Real MadridIt is worth noting that if Real Madrid were to win their semi-final against Bayern Munich, they would assume home advantage in the second leg, as they inherit their opponent’s seeding from the league phase. Similarly, Sporting would also have the second leg of their prospective semi-final at home, should they overturn the deficit against Arsenal.