UEFA conducted the draw for the League Phase of the 2026-27 Champions League on Thursday in Monaco. The tournament is set to commence on September 8, featuring 36 teams competing for 24 spots in the knockout stages.

Key Matchups Revealed

The draw produced several exciting fixtures, with each team scheduled to play a total of eight matches during the League Phase—four at home and four away against eight different opponents. Notably, Real Madrid will visit London to take on the reigning Premier League champions, Arsenal, and will also host Inter Milan.

In another highly anticipated clash, Manchester City will face off against back-to-back Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain at the Etihad Stadium. Additionally, Enzo Maresca's squad will travel to Camp Nou to challenge Barcelona. Other significant matchups include Inter Milan hosting Liverpool, while Atlético Madrid will welcome Bayern Munich and Manchester United. Bayern Munich will also play Manchester United at Old Trafford, and Arsenal is set to face Bayern Munich at Allianz Arena.

Pot Breakdown

The draw categorized teams into two pots. In Pot 1, notable teams include PSG, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, Liverpool, and Manchester City. Pot 2 features Borussia Dortmund, Roma, and Sporting, among others. This structure sets the stage for a competitive League Phase as teams vie for advancement to the knockout rounds.

The Champions League promises to deliver thrilling encounters as clubs from across Europe compete for the prestigious trophy, with the League Phase kicking off in just a few weeks.