So now we know.
A trip to France to face Lyon in February, followed by a Camp Nou date in mid-March.
It’s not the worst tie in the world, but nor is it the best. Those supporters that are cock-a-hoop that Barcelona are only facing Lyon need to take a rain check.
Sure, it’s not Liverpool, who are a major threat to everyone left in the competition, neither is it Roma who, whilst beatable, have the slight upper hand where mind games are concerned.
Lyon are also a worthy Round of 16 opponent who must be paid appropriate respect.