The first-leg results of the 2025–26 UEFA Champions League playoff round have been concluded, with several dramatic outcomes shaping the race for the Round of 16.
Galatasaray 5–2 Juventus – The Turkish side delivered a stunning performance, overcoming Juventus in Istanbul.
Borussia Dortmund 2–0 Atalanta – Dortmund secured a solid away win to take control of their tie.
Paris Saint-Germain 3–2 AS Monaco – PSG came from behind to edge past Monaco in a high-scoring clash.
Real Madrid 1–0 Benfica – Vinícius Júnior scored the decisive goal, though the match was marred by controversy and a red card for manager José Mourinho.
Newcastle United 6–1 Qarabag – Anthony Gordon scored four goals in a commanding performance in Azerbaijan.
Bayer Leverkusen 2–0 Olympiacos – Leverkusen kept a clean sheet in Greece to build a strong lead.
Bodo/Glimt 3–1 Inter Milan – The Norwegian side stunned Inter in freezing conditions, securing a major advantage.
Club Brugge 3–3 Atlético Madrid – A pulsating match ended in a draw, with Atlético needing to win in the second leg.
The second legs are scheduled for Tuesday, February 24 and Wednesday, February 25, 2026, with the Round of 16 draw taking place on Friday, February 27.