The first-ever league phase in the UEFA Champions League will come to a dramatic end on Wednesday, when there's much at stake for Europe's top clubs across 18 games that will kick off at the exact same time.

If City fails to win, it will mark their first early elimination from the Champions League in 12 years, leaving fans wondering if their once-dominant European campaign is losing steam.

Now safely in the Champions League playoff spots, Real Madrid look to secure an improved standing in the bracket as they wrap up the league phase with a trip to French side Brest.

Simone Inzaghi's Inter have a big chance on Matchday 8 of the UEFA Champions League against Monaco as a win or a draw can secure the Nerazzurri a spot in the top eight, meaning they won't have to play the playoffs next month.

Real Madrid have published their squad list for Wednesday’s match against Brest in the Champions League. REAL MADRID SQUAD: Goalkeepers: Courtois, Lunin, Sergio Mestre. Defenders: Alaba, Lucas Vázquez,

Thiago Motta's Juventus are still in the race to end up in the top eight of the UEFA Champions League's standings, but will need to win against Benfica and also hope for some results on the different matches around Europe.

Brest plays host as we continue our Champions League odds series with a Brest-Real Madrid prediction and pick.