Barcelona's strong performance in the first-ever UEFA Champions League 'league phase' puts them in good standing to regain the title.

Real Madrid will be drawn against either the Scottish champions or the English champions in the playoffs with either Celtic or City facing Bayern Munich. From the Round of 16 onwards, the draw is pre-determined all the way to the final, allowing teams to map out who they will face with greater clarity.

The two European giants know City are struggling but will still have a sense of dread at maybe having to face Pep Guardiola’s men