And into the pots they go on Friday: all your Champions League fixtures
The Uefa Champions League quarterfinal and semifinal draws will both take place in Nyon, Switzerland, on Friday from 1pm (SA time).
WHO IS INVOLVED IN THE DRAWS?
Confirmed: Ajax, Manchester United, Porto, Tottenham Hotspur.
Remaining round of 16 ties: Juventus v Atlético Madrid (0-2), Manchester City v Schalke (3-2), Barcelona v Lyon (0-0), Bayern v Liverpool (0-0).
HOW WILL THE DRAWS WORK?
There is no seeding or country protection, with any restrictions to be announced ahead of the draw. The semifinal draw will follow the quarterfinal draw, meaning teams will know their potential paths to the final.
IS THERE REALLY A DRAW FOR THE FINAL TOO?
Yes, for administrative reasons, to deem the home team in Madrid.
HOW CAN YOU FOLLOW THE DRAW?
The draw will be streamed live on SuperSport.
WHEN WILL MATCHES BE PLAYED?
April 9/10: Quarterfinals, first leg.
April 16/17: Quarterfinals, second leg.
April 30/May 1: Semifinals, first leg.
May 7/8: Semifinals, second leg.
Final: Saturday June 1, Estadio Metropolitano, Madrid.
All matches kick off at 22:00.
Exceptions to this rule can be made by the Uefa administration...
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