Thomas Muller has thrown his support behind Bayern Munich to reach this season's UEFA Champions League final, insisting his former club has the quality and belief to go all the way in Europe.
The Champions League knockout play-off draw has produced several high-profile clashes, with Newcastle United facing a demanding trip to Azerbaijan and Real Madrid set for a dramatic reunion with Jose Mourinho's Benfica.
Thomas Frank has described Tottenham's progress in Europe as "incredible" after Spurs sealed a top-eight finish in the Champions League with a composed 2-0 win away at Eintracht Frankfurt, booking a direct place in the last 16.
Luis Enrique has insisted Paris Saint-Germain were better prepared than anyone for the Champions League play-offs after the holders were forced to take the "long route" following a demanding league phase campaign.
Mikel Arteta has said he was "very proud" of his Arsenal players after they ended the first phase of the Champions League with a flawless record, sealing a 3-2 win over Kairat Almaty and making competition history.
Bayern Munich's clinical edge secured their automatic progression while Borussia Dortmund's late stumble left them facing a difficult Champions League playoff path.