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- Newcastle heavy favourites to progress past Qarabag.
- PSG are strong favourites against Monaco in an all-French tie.
- Borussia Dortmund vs Atalanta rated the most evenly balanced play-off clash.
Champions League Knockout Phase Begins
UK betting sites are gearing up for a blockbuster week as the 2025-26 Champions League moves from its dramatic league phase into the knockout rounds.
First up are the play-offs, where teams finishing between ninth and 24th face off across two legs for a place in the last 16.
With margins fine and pressure rising, betting sites have priced up a fascinating slate of first-leg fixtures across Tuesday and Wednesday.
Newcastle are the biggest favourites to progress from their tie against Qarabag, while reigning champions PSG have a high probability of reaching the next round against Monaco.
Meanwhile, Borussia Dortmund vs Atalanta is rated the tightest contest of the lot.
Tuesday 17th February
Galatasaray v Juventus
| Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Galatasaray | 12/5 |
| Draw | 5/2 |
| Juventus | 11/10 |
Juventus edge favouritism away from home at 11/10, with Galatasaray priced at 12/5. The Italian side are also 4/7 to win either half and 3/1 to win to nil, suggesting defensive confidence.
Benfica v Real Madrid
| Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Benfica | 3/1 |
| Draw | 11/4 |
| Real Madrid | 5/6 |
Real Madrid are among the strongest Tuesday favourites at 5/6. The Spanish giants are 4/9 to win either half and 6/4 to score in both halves, indicating attacking intent.
Borussia Dortmund v Atalanta
| Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Borussia Dortmund | 11/10 |
| Draw | 5/2 |
| Atalanta | 12/5 |
This aligns with Opta’s projection of the tightest tie. Dortmund are slight favourites at 11/10, but Atalanta at 12/5 are firmly in the contest. Dortmund are 4/7 to win either half, while Atalanta sit at evens for the same market.
Monaco v PSG
| Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Monaco | 11/2 |
| Draw | 16/5 |
| PSG | 12/25 |
PSG are one of the shortest-priced sides of the week at 12/25. They’re 3/10 to win either half and 11/10 to score in both halves. Bookmakers clearly expect a strong first-leg statement.
Wednesday 18th February
FK Qarabag v Newcastle
| Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Qarabag | 6/1 |
| Draw | 15/4 |
| Newcastle | 2/5 |
Newcastle are 2/5 favourites and 2/9 to win either half. They’re also 5/4 to win to nil, reflecting their defensive solidity.
Bodo/Glimt v Inter Milan
| Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Bodo/Glimt | 15/4 |
| Draw | 14/5 |
| Inter Milan | 7/10 |
Inter are solid 7/10 favourites and 4/11 to win either half. The Italian giants are 6/5 to score in both halves, suggesting confidence in breaking down the Norwegian hosts.
Club Brugge v Atletico Madrid
| Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Club Brugge | 29/10 |
| Draw | 5/2 |
| Atletico Madrid | 9/10 |
Atletico Madrid are 9/10 favourites, with Diego Simeone’s side 1/2 to win either half. Club Brugge remain competitive at 29/10, highlighting potential value for punters seeking a home upset.
Olympiacos v Bayer Leverkusen
| Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Olympiacos | 13/10 |
| Draw | 23/10 |
| Bayer Leverkusen | 2/1 |
Perhaps the most intriguing market of Wednesday. Olympiacos are 13/10 favourites at home, with Leverkusen 2/1 outsiders. The “win either half” market is almost level (8/11 vs 10/11), reflecting how tight this contest could be.
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