UEFA Champions League playoffs: Schedule, live stream, how to watch UCL on Paramount+
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Pardeep Cattry
February 22, 2026
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The UEFA Champions League knockout phase playoffs are heating up as second leg matches approach, with several high-stakes contests determining who advances to the round of 16. Key matchups include Real Madrid holding a narrow 1-0 lead over Benfica ahead of their home clash, while reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain aim to secure progression after their dramatic 3-2 comeback against Monaco. Atletico Madrid faces an uncertain path following a 3-3 draw with Club Brugge, leaving everything on the line in their second leg encounter.
Meanwhile, other teams enter the week with significant advantages. Newcastle United boasts a commanding 6-1 lead over Qarabag, while Galatasaray looks to extend its 5-2 edge against Juventus. The surprise package Bodo/Glimt will test Inter Milan’s credentials after their 3-1 upset in the first leg. These matches promise excitement and unpredictability, with even the most seemingly secure positions under threat.
The action unfolds across two days, with Paramount+ and CBS Sports Networks providing comprehensive coverage. Fans can catch all the drama live, from the early matches on
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Originally published on CBS Sports on 2/22/2026