Spanish giants Barcelona were handed the toughest possible draw on Monday when they were paired with Manchester City in the plum tie of the last 16 of the Champions League.
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Champions Bayern Munich were also given a hard draw as they plucked Arsenal for the second year in a row at this stage.
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For the English pair, who both finished second in their groups, it was yet again a harsh lesson in the importance of winning the group.
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Manchester United and Chelsea, both group winners, were given far more favourable draws against Olympiakos and Galatasaray respectively.
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In fairness to Arsenal and City, they did have the toughest possible groups facing one each of last season's finalists.
FC Barcerlona must be very ready to face a tough side in the UCL second round. It is a must win on both legs for them to be comfortable.
It's gonna be A Battle Of The Midfield.