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2026/27 UEFA Champions League Teams: Full List, Draw Results & Biggest Matchups
Updated 28 August 2026 · 10 min read · All 36 teams, the league phase draw, key dates and the matchups that matter
The road to European glory is officially taking shape. The 2026/27 UEFA Champions League league phase draw was completed in Monaco on August 27, with all 36 teams discovering their opponents for the new-look league phase.
From Real Madrid and Barcelona to Liverpool, Bayern Munich, Manchester City and Paris, Europe’s biggest clubs now know who they will face as the race for the Champions League trophy begins. The first league phase matches will be played from September 8–10, 2026.
QUICK ANSWER
There are 36 teams in the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League league phase, confirmed at the draw in Monaco on August 27, 2026. Each club plays eight opponents (four home, four away), with Matchday 1 on September 8–10, 2026. The headline ties include Real Madrid vs Arsenal, Barcelona vs Manchester City, Liverpool vs Inter and Bayern Munich vs Arsenal. The final will be played at the Estadio Metropolitano in Madrid on June 5, 2027.
- 36 teams — eight opponents each, four home and four away
- Draw: Monaco, 27 August 2026; full fixtures & kick-off times by 29 August
- Final: Estadio Metropolitano, Madrid — 5 June 2027
- Shop matchday jerseys for Real Madrid, Barcelona, Liverpool, Bayern, Man City and more in our jersey collection
IN THIS GUIDE
1. All 36 Teams in the 2026/27 Champions League
The 36 clubs competing in the 2026/27 Champions League league phase are:
• AEK Athens
• Arsenal
• Aston Villa
• Atlético de Madrid
• Barcelona
• Bayern Munich
• Bodø/Glimt
• Borussia Dortmund
• Club Brugge
• Como
• Fenerbahçe
• Feyenoord
• Galatasaray
• Inter Milan
• LASK
• RB Leipzig
• Lens
• Lille
• Liverpool
• Manchester City
• Manchester United
• Napoli
• Paris
• Porto
• PSV Eindhoven
• Real Betis
• Real Madrid
• Roma
• Sabah
• Shakhtar Donetsk
• Slavia Prague
• Slovan Bratislava
• Sporting CP
• Stuttgart
• Viking
• Villarreal
The league phase features clubs from across Europe, combining traditional Champions League giants with ambitious newcomers and teams returning to the competition.
2. The Biggest Champions League Matchups
The new league phase format guarantees plenty of high-profile games, and this season is no exception.
Real Madrid vs Arsenal
Real Madrid will face Arsenal away from home, while Arsenal will travel to Madrid for another heavyweight European matchup. With two clubs carrying huge European ambitions, these games could become some of the most anticipated fixtures of the league phase.
Barcelona vs Manchester City
Barcelona will host Manchester City in one of the standout matchups of the draw. Two clubs known for possession-based football, elite attacking talent and modern European ambitions will meet on the Champions League stage.
Liverpool vs Inter Milan
Liverpool will face Inter at home and travel to Milan for another major European battle. Both clubs have a long Champions League tradition, making this one of the most intriguing matchups of the new league phase.
Bayern Munich vs Arsenal
Bayern Munich will welcome Arsenal to Germany, adding another major test to Arsenal's league phase schedule. The two clubs have plenty of European history, making this another fixture fans will have circled on their calendars.
Paris vs Barcelona
Paris will host Barcelona, creating another meeting between two of Europe's most recognizable football brands. For supporters, it is more than just another Champions League fixture — it is a chance to see two global football identities collide.
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Real Madrid vs Arsenal
Barcelona vs Manchester City
Liverpool vs Inter Milan
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3. The Complete League Phase Draw
Every club will play eight different opponents — four at home and four away. Here are the key league phase opponents for the biggest clubs:
Real Madrid
HOME
Inter, PSV, Leipzig, LASK
AWAY
Arsenal, Roma, Shakhtar Donetsk, AEK Athens
Barcelona
HOME
Manchester City, Aston Villa, Feyenoord, Como
AWAY
Paris, Sporting CP, Galatasaray, Sabah
Bayern Munich
HOME
Arsenal, Real Betis, Bodø/Glimt, Slavia Prague
AWAY
Atlético de Madrid, Manchester United, Lille, Viking
Liverpool
HOME
Atlético de Madrid, Porto, Villarreal, Lens
AWAY
Inter Milan, Club Brugge, Fenerbahçe, LASK
Manchester City
HOME
Paris, Sporting CP, Napoli, AEK Athens
AWAY
Barcelona, Porto, Leipzig, Lens
Arsenal
HOME
Real Madrid, Borussia Dortmund, Lille, Sabah
AWAY
Bayern Munich, Real Betis, Napoli, Slavia Prague
Manchester United
HOME
Bayern Munich, Roma, Leipzig, Sabah
AWAY
Atlético de Madrid, Sporting CP, Villarreal, Como
Paris
HOME
Barcelona, Roma, Galatasaray, Slovan Bratislava
AWAY
Manchester City, Aston Villa, Villarreal, Como
These fixtures give fans plenty of reasons to start planning their European football nights.
4. Which Teams Should Fans Watch?
While the Champions League is full of elite clubs, several teams stand out heading into the new season.
Real Madrid
Real Madrid remain one of the first teams mentioned whenever the Champions League is discussed. Their European pedigree, global fanbase and iconic white kit make them one of the most recognizable clubs in world football.
Barcelona
Barcelona enter the new campaign with another demanding schedule, including Manchester City and Paris. For supporters, Barcelona's famous colors and historic identity make their jerseys a natural choice for Champions League matchdays.
Liverpool
Liverpool will face Inter, Atlético de Madrid and several other European opponents during the league phase. The club's famous red shirt continues to be one of the most recognizable football jerseys around the world.
Bayern Munich
Bayern's schedule includes Arsenal, Manchester United, Atlético de Madrid and other challenging opponents. Their classic red home colors and strong European history make Bayern one of the must-watch teams of the competition.
Manchester City
Manchester City will face Barcelona, Paris and Napoli among their league phase opponents. With several heavyweight games ahead, City supporters have plenty to look forward to as the Champions League gets underway.
5. Champions League Matchday Schedule
The 2026/27 league phase will be played across eight matchdays:
Matchday 1: September 8–10, 2026
Matchday 2: October 13–14, 2026
Matchday 3: October 20–21, 2026
Matchday 4: November 3–4, 2026
Matchday 5: November 24–25, 2026
Matchday 6: December 8–9, 2026
Matchday 7: January 19–20, 2027
Matchday 8: January 27, 2027
The knockout phase will begin in February 2027, with the Champions League final scheduled for June 5, 2027 at the Estadio Metropolitano in Madrid.
6. What to Wear for Champions League Matchday
For football fans, Champions League night is about more than watching the game. It is about wearing your club colors, representing your favorite player and bringing the atmosphere of European football into your own matchday routine.
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How many teams are in the 2026/27 Champions League league phase?
There are 36 teams in the 2026/27 Champions League league phase. Each club plays eight different opponents — four at home and four away — under the new Swiss-style format.
When does the 2026/27 Champions League start?
The league phase begins with Matchday 1 on September 8–10, 2026. The knockout phase starts in February 2027, and the final takes place on June 5, 2027 at the Estadio Metropolitano in Madrid.
When was the 2026/27 Champions League draw held?
The league phase draw was completed in Monaco on August 27, 2026, with all 36 teams discovering their eight league phase opponents. Full match dates and kick-off times are expected to be confirmed by August 29.
Who did Real Madrid draw in the 2026/27 Champions League?
Real Madrid will play Inter, PSV, Leipzig and LASK at home, and travel to Arsenal, Roma, Shakhtar Donetsk and AEK Athens. The meeting with Arsenal is one of the standout ties of the league phase.
Where is the 2026/27 Champions League final?
The 2026/27 Champions League final will be played at the Estadio Metropolitano in Madrid on June 5, 2027.
Where can I buy Champions League club jerseys?
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