The conclusion of the group phase of the Machineseeker EHF Champions League 2023/24 has left 12 teams still dreaming of lifting the trophy. Four of them have secured their passage directly to the quarter-finals, while the other eight must navigate the play-off round.

The play-offs began on Wednesday with two games, including a memorable Match of the Week in Zagreb. The other two matches follow on Thursday, with every team looking to give themselves an advantage before next week's second legs.