"If they get past PSG, the Blues will take on either Galatasaray or Liverpool in the quarter-finals, with those two teams meeting in the Round of 16. If Chelsea reach that stage, their semi-final opponent will come from Real Madrid, Manchester City, Bayern Munich or Atalanta. The first leg would likely be at Stamford Bridge, which some see as a slight disadvantage."
"Then, if Liam Rosenior can lead the Blues to another victory, it will mark their fourth Champions League final appearance. This victory would also set up their first chance to face one of the tournament favourites, Arsenal, for the title."
"A top-eight finish in the group stages was ultimately achieved by the Blues. However, this success was far from guaranteed, especially following Enzo Maresca's departure on New Year's Day."
Chelsea has been drawn against PSG in the Champions League Round of 16, with the first leg away in Paris on March 11 or 12, followed by the return fixture at Stamford Bridge. This matchup allows Chelsea to avoid Newcastle, who are positioned on the opposite side of the draw. Should Chelsea advance past PSG, they would face either Galatasaray or Liverpool in the quarter-finals. A potential semi-final opponent would come from Real Madrid, Manchester City, Bayern Munich, or Atalanta. Reaching the final would represent Chelsea's fourth Champions League final appearance and could set up a title match against Arsenal. Chelsea secured a top-eight finish in the group stages despite uncertainty following Enzo Maresca's departure on New Year's Day.
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