When is the Champions League semi-final draw, who can Liverpool play and when is the final?
We outline all the details you need to know ahead of the semi-final draw
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Your support makes all the difference.The Champions League returns this week, with the competition heating up ahead of next month’s final in Kyiv.
After triumphing in their respective quarter-final clashes, Liverpool, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and Roma have all booked a place in the last four of Europe's elite competition.
Here, we outline all the details you need to know ahead of the semi-final draw:
When is the draw for the semi-finals?
The draw takes place at 1pm on Friday 13 April in Nyon, Switzerland.
When are the semi-finals?
The first legs take place on Tuesday 24 April and Wednesday 25 April
The second legs will be played a week later on Tuesday 1 May and Wednesday 2 May.
When is the final?
The final will be held on 26 May at the Olympic Stadium in Kyiv, Ukraine. Kick-off is at 7.45pm (BMT).
Are there any restrictions in place?
No. This will be an open draw, meaning anyone can face anyone. Whoever is drawn first will play the first leg at home.
Is there really a draw for the final too?
Yes, but for administrative reasons – to deem the ‘home’ team in Kyiv.
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