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Supercomputer predicts Champions League knockout draw with Man City facing a nightmare play-off and reveals Arsenal and Liverpool last-16 ties

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A Champions League supercomputer has predicted the knock-out stage draw, revealing Arsenal and Liverpool's likely opponents in the last-16 of the competition.

Liverpool, Arsenal and Aston Villa each secured direct passage to the last-16 after finishing in the top eight of the inaugural league phase of the competition.

Reigning Premier League champions Manchester City, however, will face a play-off next month if they are to advance.

Pep Guardiola's side will draw either defending champions Real Madrid or Bayern in play-off round, with their opponents determined by their finishing position in the league.