Galatasaray’s emphatic 5‑2 win over Juventus in Istanbul has sharpened Liverpool’s last‑16 prospects, as the Turkish side now stands as a likely opponent. The result also means Liverpool can focus on the draw rather than a play‑off tie, thanks to their top‑eight finish in the Premier League.
The Champions League draw on 27 February will set Liverpool against one of Galatasaray, Juventus, Club Brugge or Atletico Madrid, while Tottenham will take the alternate tie. A clear path ahead gives Liverpool a chance to plan for the next stage of Europe.