Go to amendments The eight runners-up of the UEFA Champions League path group stage and the eight winners of the second round of the domestic champions path contest the play-offs. The play-off pairings are determined by means of a draw.
Go to amendments The play-offs are played in single-leg knockout matches in accordance with Article 19. The UEFA administration ensures that the following principles are respected:
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Clubs from the same association cannot be drawn against each other.
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The eight winners of the second round of the domestic champions path play at home.
Go to amendments The eight winners of the play-offs qualify for the round of 16.