champions league teams that qualified into round of 16 knockout playoffs full list

Champions League: Teams That Qualified Into Round Of 16, Knockout Playoffs Full List

The inaugural league phase of the UEFA Champions League has come to an end with eight teams making it directly to the round of 16 and 16 teams to battle it out at the playoff round.

The final round of fixtures delivered plenty of action, with goals pouring in as teams battled for a place in the knockout stages.

With six spots in the Round of 16 still up for grabs before kick-off, the night was filled with tension and excitement.

Liverpool, having already secured qualification, claimed the top spot despite a 2-1 defeat at PSV Eindhoven, benefiting from Barcelonas 1-1 draw with Atalanta.

Arsenal ensured their place in the Round of 16 with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Girona, while Aston Villa sealed automatic progression after an exhilarating 4-2 triumph against Celtic at Villa Park. Unai Emerys side moved ahead of Atalanta to finish among the top eight.