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Champions League draws out in Nyon, Switzerland
The Champions League knock round draws were decided today in Nyon and some spectacular ties are awaiting fans. Holders Chelsea FC were already out of the running, the first time ever that a champion has bowed out so early in the competition.
Starting with the most venomous of all ties, it pits defending Spanish champions Real Madrd CF against English giants Manchester United FC. This tie will mark Cristiano Ronaldo's first appearance back at Old Trafford with fans and staff waiting for this moment since his departure. With these teams facing off last in 2003, this tie is certainly going to bring about huge excitement, not forgetting the rivalry between Sir Alex Ferguson and Jose Mourinho.
German giants Bayern Munich, who are last years' beaten finalists were drawn against English side Arsenal FC. It mars the homecoming of German nationals Per Mertesacker and Lukas Podolski, who will be facing one of his former sides. This tie, although exciting, should prove to be in the favour of the German heavyweights.
Other draws included pitting Borussia Dortmund against the surprise package from Ukraine, Shakhtar Donetsk which should also prove to be one hell of a clash. The fast attacking side of Dortmund could face problems from the resolute defending side of Shakhtar.
The last of the exciting clashes for the Round of 16 is AC Milan v/s Barcelona. The sides are facing each other for the 5th and 6th time in the last 18 months and know all about each other. Although, Milan have sold the majority of players from last year, it should still prove to be an exciting clash.
Other draws included:
Valencia v/s PSG
Celtic v/s Juventus
Porto v/s Malaga
Galatasaray v/s Shalke
Written by,
Aman Arora
Aman is a writer for 18 Yard Box, Goal,com India and a contributor to Sportskeeda.
Starting with the most venomous of all ties, it pits defending Spanish champions Real Madrd CF against English giants Manchester United FC. This tie will mark Cristiano Ronaldo's first appearance back at Old Trafford with fans and staff waiting for this moment since his departure. With these teams facing off last in 2003, this tie is certainly going to bring about huge excitement, not forgetting the rivalry between Sir Alex Ferguson and Jose Mourinho.
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| Ronaldo returns to Old Trafford |
German giants Bayern Munich, who are last years' beaten finalists were drawn against English side Arsenal FC. It mars the homecoming of German nationals Per Mertesacker and Lukas Podolski, who will be facing one of his former sides. This tie, although exciting, should prove to be in the favour of the German heavyweights.
Other draws included pitting Borussia Dortmund against the surprise package from Ukraine, Shakhtar Donetsk which should also prove to be one hell of a clash. The fast attacking side of Dortmund could face problems from the resolute defending side of Shakhtar.
The last of the exciting clashes for the Round of 16 is AC Milan v/s Barcelona. The sides are facing each other for the 5th and 6th time in the last 18 months and know all about each other. Although, Milan have sold the majority of players from last year, it should still prove to be an exciting clash.
Other draws included:
Valencia v/s PSG
Celtic v/s Juventus
Porto v/s Malaga
Galatasaray v/s Shalke
Wenger: Walcott will not leave in January
Arsene Wenger has insisted despite the transfer rumours that Theo Walcott will not leave the Gunners in January. Despite his contract negotiations still going on, the French manager has ruled out letting the winger move in the winter transfer window.
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| Walcott sale ruled out in January |
Wenger told reporters: "We will not sell Theo in January. That is for sure. He has to make his mind up now and I hope the decision taken by the other players will help him to do that."
Manchester City, Liverpool, Chelsea have all shown their interests in the England international although it now looks likely that he will leave the Gunners on a free in the summer.
Other News:
1. Sterling set to sign a new 5 year deal at Liverpool on improved terms
2. Vilanova surgery has been performed smoothly: Doctors
3. Abidal resumes training with the squad at Barcelona
Written by,
Aman Arora
Aman is a writer for 18 Yard Box, Goal,com India and a contributor to Sportskeeda.
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