Anyone searching for champions league fixtures and predictions for October wants three things: the exact dates and kick-off times, a clear read on who is in form, and honest picks they can use. This guide gives you all three. October brings two huge matchdays in just eight days, with Matchday 2 on October 13 and 14 and Matchday 3 on October 20 and 21, and every one of the 36 games is covered below with kick-off times, a prediction, and the reasoning behind it.
The league phase is already underway. Matchday 1 was played from September 8 to 10, and it produced statement wins from Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, and Barcelona, a shock from debutants Como, and a Manchester United return to remember. Now the October fixtures arrive with the standings still wide open and several of the biggest heavyweight collisions of the season on the calendar, including Manchester City vs PSG, PSG vs Barcelona, and Bayern Munich vs Arsenal.
Quick Answer: October Champions League Fixtures at a Glance
- Matchday 2: Tuesday, October 13 and Wednesday, October 14, 2026
- Matchday 3: Tuesday, October 20 and Wednesday, October 21, 2026
- Games: 36 total (18 on each matchday)
- Kick-off times: Most games start at 21:00 CET, and two games each night start earlier at 18:45 CET
- Headline games: Atlético de Madrid vs Manchester United (Oct 13), Manchester City vs PSG (Oct 14), Roma vs Real Madrid (Oct 14), PSG vs Barcelona (Oct 20), and Bayern Munich vs Arsenal (Oct 21)
- Table leaders after Matchday 1: PSG and Bayern Munich, both on 3 points with a +5 goal difference
- How the table works: Top 8 go straight to the Round of 16, 9th to 24th enter the February play-offs, and 25th to 36th are out
- Where to watch: Paramount+ in the U.S.; TNT Sports (via HBO Max) and Prime Video in the UK, with free BBC highlights
- The final: Saturday, June 5, 2027, at the Estadio Metropolitano in Madrid
Below, we break down the league phase format, recap Matchday 1, show the table, and then go game by game through the October fixtures.
How the Champions League League Phase Works
The Champions League moved away from traditional groups and now uses a single league phase. According to UEFA’s format guide, 36 teams play eight matches each, four at home and four away, against eight different opponents. All clubs sit in one combined table.
Here is what the final table decides:
- 1st to 8th: Qualify directly for the Round of 16
- 9th to 24th: Enter a two-legged knockout play-off in February (February 16/17 and 23/24, 2027)
- 25th to 36th: Eliminated, with no drop into the Europa League
Points are simple: three for a win, one for a draw, none for a loss. If teams finish level, the first tie-breaker is goal difference, followed by goals scored, away goals scored, and total wins. Teams from the same country cannot be drawn against each other in the league phase, and under UEFA’s rules a team cannot play the same league-phase fixture three seasons in a row. SoccerNews’ league table explainer and Squawka’s league phase page summarize the format well.
This structure makes every October result matter more than it did in the old group stage. A single bad night can push a big club down the table, and because clubs do not all play each other, strength of schedule and tie-breakers can decide who lands in the top eight.
Matchday 1 Recap: What We Learned in September
Before looking ahead, here are the results that set the table. The full list of results is on UEFA.com, and each score below links to its match page.
| Date | Result |
|---|---|
| Sept 8 | AEK Athens 1-0 LASK |
| Sept 8 | Club Brugge 2-3 Aston Villa |
| Sept 8 | Borussia Dortmund 3-2 Villarreal |
| Sept 8 | Porto 0-2 Manchester City |
| Sept 8 | Lille 2-3 Real Betis |
| Sept 8 | Real Madrid 2-1 Inter |
| Sept 9 | Barcelona 5-1 Feyenoord |
| Sept 9 | Stuttgart 3-1 Viking |
| Sept 9 | Liverpool 2-1 Atlético de Madrid |
| Sept 9 | Paris Saint-Germain 6-1 Slovan Bratislava |
| Sept 9 | Sporting CP 3-1 Galatasaray |
| Sept 9 | Napoli 0-1 Arsenal |
| Sept 10 | Fenerbahçe 1-1 Roma |
| Sept 10 | PSV Eindhoven 1-1 Shakhtar Donetsk |
| Sept 10 | Como 4-1 RB Leipzig |
| Sept 10 | Bayern München 5-0 Bodø/Glimt |
| Sept 10 | Manchester United 4-0 Sabah |
| Sept 10 | Slavia Praha 2-3 Lens |
PSG and Barcelona Set the Tone
Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona produced the most eye-catching attacking displays of the opening week. ESPN’s Matchday 1 talking points noted that Barcelona smashed Feyenoord 5-1 and PSG put six past Slovan Bratislava. That was a welcome sign for the reigning champions, who had started their domestic season slowly, according to a Matchday 1 preview that noted a winless start to their Ligue 1 campaign.
Real Madrid and Manchester City Win Without Dominating
Real Madrid beat Inter 2-1 and Manchester City won 2-0 at Porto, but both performances left questions. ESPN’s writers said both teams showed flashes of their best while still leaving room for doubt. Real, now coached by José Mourinho, won a difficult game against a decent Inter team and looked like a strong contender, while City’s early win was called controlled by Football Dudes’ Matchday 1 review.
Liverpool and Arsenal Show Different Kinds of Strength
Liverpool recovered from falling behind to beat Atlético Madrid 2-1 at Anfield, and the win came thanks in part to a stunning strike from Alexis Mac Allister. Arsenal, meanwhile, showed control on the road at Napoli and won 1-0 through a late Martin Ødegaard goal. A tactical review of the opening round praised Arsenal’s control of the central lanes and their clean sheet away from home.
Como, Man United and the Other Talking Points
The biggest shock was Como’s 4-1 win over RB Leipzig in the club’s Champions League debut, a result Latination flagged as one of the opening week’s big surprises. Manchester United returned to the competition with a 4-0 win over Sabah, and Bayern Munich crushed Bodø/Glimt 5-0. Lens also completed a late 3-2 comeback over Slavia Praha, and Aston Villa won 3-2 at Club Brugge.
Champions League Table After Matchday 1
This table is calculated from the official Matchday 1 results. Because so many teams have identical points, UEFA’s live table applies additional tie-breakers beyond goal difference, so check UEFA’s official standings for the exact order.
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GF-GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paris Saint-Germain | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6-1 | +5 | 3 |
| 2 | Bayern München | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5-0 | +5 | 3 |
| 3 | Barcelona | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5-1 | +4 | 3 |
| 4 | Manchester United | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4-0 | +4 | 3 |
| 5 | Como | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4-1 | +3 | 3 |
| 6 | Stuttgart | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3-1 | +2 | 3 |
| 7 | Sporting CP | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3-1 | +2 | 3 |
| 8 | Manchester City | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2-0 | +2 | 3 |
| 9 | Aston Villa | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3-2 | +1 | 3 |
| 10 | Borussia Dortmund | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3-2 | +1 | 3 |
| 11 | Real Betis | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3-2 | +1 | 3 |
| 12 | Lens | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3-2 | +1 | 3 |
| 13 | Real Madrid | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2-1 | +1 | 3 |
| 14 | Liverpool | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2-1 | +1 | 3 |
| 15 | AEK Athens | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1-0 | +1 | 3 |
| 16 | Arsenal | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1-0 | +1 | 3 |
| 17-20 | Fenerbahçe, Roma, PSV Eindhoven, Shakhtar Donetsk | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1-1 | 0 | 1 |
| 21-36 | The 16 teams that lost on Matchday 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | varies | varies | 0 |
October Matchday 2 Fixtures & Predictions (October 13-14)
Matchday 2 opens the October block. Kick-off times below are UEFA’s central European times. Two games each night start at 18:45, and the rest kick off at 21:00. The predictions are our analysis-based leans, not guarantees, and each one comes with the reason behind it. You can also see the full fixture list on UEFA.com.
Tuesday, October 13
| Kick-off | Match | Our pick | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18:45 | Lens vs Sporting CP | Draw | Both won on Matchday 1 (Lens 3-2, Sporting 3-1); an even, open game |
| 18:45 | Sabah vs Slavia Praha | Slavia Praha | Sabah lost 4-0 at Manchester United; Slavia scored twice at Lens |
| 21:00 | Arsenal vs Lille | Arsenal | Arsenal’s control at Napoli against a Lille side that conceded three at home |
| 21:00 | Atlético de Madrid vs Manchester United | Draw | Atlético needs a response at home; United arrive in high confidence |
| 21:00 | Inter vs Club Brugge | Inter | Inter lost 2-1 in Madrid but should dominate a Brugge team that conceded three |
| 21:00 | Galatasaray vs Barcelona | Barcelona | Barça’s attack is elite, though the atmosphere is a real test |
| 21:00 | Leipzig vs PSV Eindhoven | Leipzig | Leipzig should bounce back at home after the 4-1 loss at Como |
| 21:00 | Viking vs Bayern München | Bayern München | Bayern scored five on Matchday 1; Viking lost 3-1 at Stuttgart |
| 21:00 | Villarreal vs Napoli | Draw | Both lost on Matchday 1 and both need points badly |
Wednesday, October 14
| Kick-off | Match | Our pick | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18:45 | Feyenoord vs Como | Como | Feyenoord conceded five at Barcelona; Como are flying |
| 18:45 | LASK vs Liverpool | Liverpool | Class gap; LASK lost 1-0 at AEK Athens |
| 21:00 | Roma vs Real Madrid | Real Madrid | Real’s finishing power should edge a Roma side that drew at Fenerbahçe |
| 21:00 | Aston Villa vs Fenerbahçe | Aston Villa | Villa won at Brugge; Fenerbahçe drew 1-1 with Roma |
| 21:00 | Shakhtar Donetsk vs AEK Athens | Draw | Two evenly matched sides coming off narrow results |
| 21:00 | Bodø/Glimt vs Borussia Dortmund | Borussia Dortmund | Bodø lost 5-0 at Bayern; Dortmund have the depth to win in Norway |
| 21:00 | Manchester City vs Paris Saint-Germain | Draw | The tightest game of the week; see the deep dive below |
| 21:00 | Real Betis vs Porto | Real Betis | Betis have home form and Porto lost 2-0 at City |
| 21:00 | Slovan Bratislava vs Stuttgart | Stuttgart | Slovan conceded six at PSG; Stuttgart won 3-1 |
October Matchday 3 Fixtures & Predictions (October 20-21)
Matchday 3 follows only a week later, so squad rotation and travel will matter. Two of the biggest games of the entire league phase, PSG vs Barcelona and Bayern München vs Arsenal, are on this matchday.
Tuesday, October 20
| Kick-off | Match | Our pick | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18:45 | Fenerbahçe vs Slavia Praha | Fenerbahçe | Home advantage and more experience at this level |
| 18:45 | Sabah vs Borussia Dortmund | Borussia Dortmund | A clear class gap after Sabah’s heavy opening loss |
| 21:00 | Roma vs Slovan Bratislava | Roma | Roma at home against a side that conceded six on Matchday 1 |
| 21:00 | Porto vs PSV Eindhoven | Draw | Two teams still searching for their groove |
| 21:00 | Liverpool vs Villarreal | Liverpool | Anfield form and a Villarreal defense that leaked two at Dortmund |
| 21:00 | Manchester City vs AEK Athens | Manchester City | Should be the most comfortable home win of the night |
| 21:00 | Paris Saint-Germain vs Barcelona | Draw | Two elite attacks; see the deep dive below |
| 21:00 | Napoli vs Bodø/Glimt | Napoli | Napoli need a home win after losing on Matchday 1 |
| 21:00 | Stuttgart vs Atlético de Madrid | Draw | A physical, tactical game between two organized sides |
Wednesday, October 21
| Kick-off | Match | Our pick | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18:45 | Como vs Manchester United | Draw | Two teams with 4-goal wins on Matchday 1 and plenty of attacking ideas |
| 18:45 | Lille vs Galatasaray | Lille | Both lost on Matchday 1, but Lille are at home |
| 21:00 | Aston Villa vs Viking | Aston Villa | Villa should control a debutant that lost at Stuttgart |
| 21:00 | Club Brugge vs Lens | Draw | Two teams with attacking edge and defensive worries |
| 21:00 | Bayern München vs Arsenal | Bayern München | Narrow lean to the home side; see the deep dive below |
| 21:00 | Inter vs Shakhtar Donetsk | Inter | Inter at home against a side that drew on Matchday 1 |
| 21:00 | Real Madrid vs Leipzig | Real Madrid | Leipzig were beaten 4-1 at Como and face a tough trip to the Bernabéu |
| 21:00 | Real Betis vs Feyenoord | Real Betis | Betis at home against a Feyenoord team that conceded five |
| 21:00 | Sporting CP vs LASK | Sporting CP | Sporting won 3-1 on Matchday 1 and should have too much for LASK |
Kick-Off Times in Your Time Zone
UEFA lists kick-offs in central European time, but in mid-October Europe is still on summer time, so 21:00 is 21:00 CEST. Here is how it converts:
| Region | 18:45 CEST games | 21:00 CEST games |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom / Ireland (BST) | 5:45 PM | 8:00 PM |
| Nigeria (WAT) | 5:45 PM | 8:00 PM |
| Central Europe (CEST) | 6:45 PM | 9:00 PM |
| South Africa (SAST) | 6:45 PM | 9:00 PM |
| Turkey (TRT) | 7:45 PM | 10:00 PM |
| UAE (GST) | 8:45 PM | 11:00 PM |
| Pakistan (PKT) | 9:45 PM | 12:00 AM (next day) |
| India (IST) | 10:15 PM | 12:30 AM (next day) |
| Bangladesh (BST) | 10:45 PM | 1:00 AM (next day) |
| U.S. Eastern (EDT) | 12:45 PM | 3:00 PM |
| U.S. Pacific (PDT) | 9:45 AM | 12:00 PM |
| Sydney (AEDT) | 3:45 AM (next day) | 6:00 AM (next day) |
Clocks in Europe go back on October 25, after the October matchdays, so the times above apply to all four October match nights.
Matchday 2 Deep Dive: The Games That Matter Most
Manchester City vs Paris Saint-Germain (Wednesday, October 14)
This is the game of Matchday 2 and probably the most important fixture of the month so far. Manchester City host the two-time defending champions, and both teams won on Matchday 1 in different ways. PSG scored six against Slovan Bratislava, while City’s 2-0 win at Porto was controlled but not dazzling.
City are also under new leadership. Squawka’s outright odds report noted that Enzo Maresca is the club’s new boss, and William Hill’s title preview pointed out how hard it is to gauge City’s European ceiling without Pep Guardiola. Meanwhile, PSG are chasing a third straight title, and they beat Arsenal on penalties in the 2026 final after a 1-1 draw. Erling Haaland gives City a goal threat that can decide any game.
Our pick: Draw. PSG’s attacking depth should give them chances in Manchester, but City at home are difficult to beat and neither side has a defensive edge. A shared point suits both, and it would not be a surprise if the second half opened up.
Atlético de Madrid vs Manchester United (Tuesday, October 13)
Atlético lost 2-1 at Liverpool on Matchday 1 despite having the ball and scoring first, and they need a reaction at home. Historically, Atlético have struggled against English clubs in this competition. Football Muse reported before the season that Atlético had never beaten a Premier League team in the group stage or league phase, losing six of ten meetings.
Manchester United arrive after a 4-0 win over Sabah in their return to the Champions League, which was also their 300th game in the competition. That result says more about Sabah than United, though, and Diego Simeone’s side are far tougher to break down.
Our pick: Draw. Expect a low-event game with few big chances, exactly the type Atlético prefer at home.
Roma vs Real Madrid (Wednesday, October 14)
Real Madrid beat Inter 2-1 on Matchday 1, and ESPN’s writers highlighted the strength of a squad built around Thibaut Courtois in goal and Kylian Mbappé in attack under José Mourinho. Roma drew 1-1 at Fenerbahçe in their return to the competition after two seasons away, and the Olimpico crowd will be loud.
Mourinho returning to Italy with a top team is also a major story, and Roma fans will want a big performance.
Our pick: Real Madrid. The visitors have too much attacking quality, but expect a tense game where Roma make it uncomfortable for long spells.
Galatasaray vs Barcelona (Tuesday, October 13)
Barcelona’s 5-1 win against Feyenoord was the perfect start, but the defensive questions have not gone away. Football Muse noted that before this season Barcelona had gone 15 Champions League matches without a clean sheet, and Hansi Flick’s high line has been a recurring problem. Feyenoord scoring once against them extended that run.
Galatasaray lost 3-1 at Sporting CP, but their home atmosphere in Istanbul is one of the toughest in Europe.
Our pick: Barcelona. Barcelona should score more than Galatasaray, and a win here would put them in a strong position. Expect both teams to score.
Arsenal vs Lille and Liverpool at LASK
The English clubs should both take care of business in smaller games. Arsenal host Lille, who lost 3-2 at home to Real Betis, and Mikel Arteta’s side showed control at Napoli. Liverpool travel to LASK, who lost 1-0 at AEK Athens. Both are strong home-or-away favorites, and both should be comfortable winners, though a rotation-heavy October means a couple of nervy moments are possible.
Matchday 3 Deep Dive: The Games That Matter Most
Paris Saint-Germain vs Barcelona (Tuesday, October 20)
This is the match of the entire October block. PSG and Barcelona both scored five or more on Matchday 1, and both are favorites to reach the latter stages. Barcelona head some outright markets, and Squawka’s winner odds page made them the clear favorite as the league phase opened, with PSG and Arsenal among the chasing group.
Defense is the question on both sides. PSG have not been consistent defensively in the early season, while Barcelona have struggled to keep clean sheets in Europe. That adds up to a game with plenty of goals.
Our pick: Draw. With both teams likely to score, a high-scoring draw looks the most likely outcome, though PSG’s home advantage gives them a slight edge in a game that could go either way.
Bayern München vs Arsenal (Wednesday, October 21)
Bayern beat Bodø/Glimt 5-0, while Arsenal won 1-0 at Napoli. Both teams are among the strongest contenders, and Arsenal want to prove they can finish the job after losing the 2026 final on penalties. GiveMeSport’s team preview noted that Arsenal added Bruno Guimarães and Ezri Konsa in the summer.
Vincent Kompany’s Bayern have reached at least the quarter-finals in each of the last seven seasons, according to William Hill’s preview, and the Allianz Arena is a hard place to win.
Our pick: Bayern München (narrow). Bayern at home have a slight edge, but Arsenal’s defensive structure and control mean they should stay in the game. This could be the best match of the whole league phase.
Real Madrid vs Leipzig (Wednesday, October 21)
Leipzig were beaten 4-1 by Como on Matchday 1, and now they must travel to the Bernabéu. Real Madrid should have too much class and will be confident in their attacking depth. A comfortable home win is the most likely result unless Leipzig recover quickly.
Our pick: Real Madrid.
Liverpool vs Villarreal (Tuesday, October 20)
Liverpool showed resilience against Atlético, and Anfield should be a big advantage against a Villarreal side that lost 3-2 at Dortmund. 365Scores’ preview described the first game under Andoni Iraola as a big test, and Liverpool passed it.
Our pick: Liverpool.
Como vs Manchester United (Wednesday, October 21)
This is the most intriguing game outside the top tier. Como, coached by Cesc Fàbregas, thrashed Leipzig in their debut, and Manchester United beat Sabah 4-0. Como will be full of confidence at home, while United are the better side on paper but not as convincing as the scoreline against Sabah suggested.
Our pick: Draw. A game between two in-form sides that both want to attack should produce goals and a fair result.
Stuttgart vs Atlético de Madrid (Tuesday, October 20)
Stuttgart won 3-1 against Viking and have a strong home crowd. Atlético will be looking for a much better away display after their Matchday 1 defeat, and Simeone’s team is very hard to beat when compact.
Our pick: Draw.
Championship Odds Snapshot: Who Are the Favorites?
Oddsmakers see a tight title race, and prices vary by bookmaker and date. Squawka’s outright market page listed Barcelona as 5/1 favorites, with holders PSG and Arsenal at 11/2 and Real Madrid and Bayern München at 6/1 once the league phase began. Earlier in the summer, Covers and Yahoo Sports reported Arsenal and Barcelona as co-favorites in the post-draw prediction market, with PSG close behind. Other sportsbooks opened PSG as the favorite at +500.
The main lesson is that no team is a runaway favorite. These prices will move after October, especially if PSG, Barcelona, and Arsenal all face each other’s rivals. Please treat odds as one more piece of information, not as a guarantee, and remember that betting is for adults of legal age only.
Key Storylines to Watch in October
Beyond the results, these are the big narratives that will shape the coverage of both matchdays:
- PSG’s three-peat push. The champions are trying to become the fourth club to win three straight European Cups and the first since Real Madrid in 2018.
- Arsenal’s unfinished business. After the penalty heartbreak in the final, Arsenal have a tough run with Bayern, Real Madrid, and Dortmund on their schedule.
- Manchester City after Guardiola. New manager Enzo Maresca faces a huge test against PSG early in the campaign.
- Mourinho’s Real Madrid. A win in Rome would confirm Real as a genuine title threat under the returning coach.
- Barcelona’s defense. Flick’s team scores freely but must show they can stay compact in Europe.
- Man United’s return. United are back after two years away and are already two points clear of their first competitive test.
- The debutants. Como and Viking are playing in the Champions League for the first time, and Como’s start makes them the story of the early league phase.
- English clubs’ race for the top eight. With five Premier League clubs in the competition, the table will show quickly which of them are truly ready.
How to Check Team News Before Kick-Off
Injuries, suspensions, and rotation can change any prediction, especially with two matchdays in eight days. Before you rely on any pick, check the following:
- Official club statements and pre-match press conferences, usually held the day before the game.
- UEFA’s match centre pages for confirmed line-ups, which usually arrive about an hour before kick-off. Each fixture above links to its match page.
- Domestic fixtures. A congested weekend before a European match often leads to rotation.
- Suspensions. Yellow-card accumulation matters more in a single-table format, so check who is one booking away from a ban.
- Travel. Long trips, such as Bodø/Glimt in northern Norway, can affect visiting teams.
How We Make These Predictions
Our picks are based on a mix of factors rather than a single number:
- Matchday 1 form: Results, goal difference, and how teams looked, not just the scoreline.
- Home and away context: Home advantage is bigger in some stadiums than others.
- Style matchups: Who presses, who counterattacks, and who can score from set pieces.
- Squad depth and scheduling: Teams that must play two matches in eight days are more likely to rotate.
- Reported market views: Outright odds and previews from established outlets help calibrate confidence.
These are analysis-based leans, not guarantees, and results in football are unpredictable. A “draw” pick means we see the match as too balanced to separate the teams. We will update this page as team news is confirmed.
Where to Watch the Champions League in October
Broadcast rights differ by country. Here are the main options:
| Country | Where to watch |
|---|---|
| United States | Paramount+ streams every game; select matches on CBS and CBS Sports Network |
| United Kingdom | TNT Sports (also available through HBO Max), with Prime Video showing a selected Tuesday game each matchday; free highlights on BBC |
| Canada | DAZN |
| Australia | Stan Sport |
| Ireland | Free-to-air Virgin Media and RTÉ coverage, plus TNT Sports and Prime Video |
| Germany | DAZN and Prime Video |
Sources for this table include FourFourTwo’s how-to-watch guide, Tom’s Guide, TechRadar’s viewing guide, and CableTV.com’s U.S. guide. In the U.S., Paramount+ lists the full UEFA Champions League schedule as well.
If you live in South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, or another region not listed above, check your local sports channels and streaming services for rights, since broadcasters change from season to season. Please avoid unofficial streams, which are often low quality and unsafe. For daily football news and schedule updates, you can also follow Sports Tamasha, Sports News Era, and Sports Dastak.
Frequently Asked Questions: Champions League Fixtures & Predictions
Q: When are the October Champions League matchdays?
A: Matchday 2 is on Tuesday, October 13 and Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Matchday 3 is on Tuesday, October 20 and Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Q: How many games are played on each matchday?
A: Eighteen games are played on each matchday, nine on Tuesday and nine on Wednesday.
Q: What time do the Champions League games kick off?
A: Most games start at 21:00 CEST, and two games each night start at 18:45 CEST. In the UK that is 8:00 PM and 5:45 PM, in Pakistan it is 12:00 AM and 9:45 PM, and in India it is 12:30 AM and 10:15 PM.
Q: What are the biggest games in October?
A: The biggest ones are Manchester City vs PSG (October 14), PSG vs Barcelona (October 20), Bayern München vs Arsenal (October 21), Atlético de Madrid vs Manchester United (October 13), and Roma vs Real Madrid (October 14).
Q: Who is top of the Champions League table?
A: After Matchday 1, PSG and Bayern München lead on 3 points and a +5 goal difference. Sixteen teams have 3 points after one round.
Q: How does the Champions League league phase work?
A: Thirty-six teams each play eight matches against eight different opponents. The top eight advance to the Round of 16, teams in 9th to 24th play off in February, and the bottom 12 are eliminated.
Q: Who is the favorite to win the Champions League?
A: It depends on the bookmaker. Some markets make Barcelona the favorite, while others list PSG, Arsenal, Bayern München, or Real Madrid close behind. Prices change quickly.
Q: Where can I watch the Champions League in the U.S. and UK?
A: In the U.S., every game streams on Paramount+, with select games on CBS and CBS Sports Network. In the UK, TNT Sports and Prime Video share coverage, and BBC shows free highlights.
Q: Who won the 2025-26 Champions League?
A: Paris Saint-Germain won, beating Arsenal on penalties in the final after a 1-1 draw. It was PSG’s second straight title.
Q: When is the 2026-27 Champions League final?
A: The final is on Saturday, June 5, 2027, at the Estadio Metropolitano in Madrid.
Q: Are these predictions guaranteed?
A: No. They are analysis-based leans using Matchday 1 form and context. Injuries, rotation, and unpredictable results can change everything, so always check team news.
Q: When will this page be updated?
A: We update it as team news is confirmed and after each matchday, so check back before every kick-off.
Further Reading
The fixtures, results, format details, broadcast information, and odds context in this guide come from UEFA and established sports outlets. For live scores, official line-ups, and ongoing coverage, see:
- UEFA.com — 2026/27 Champions League: All the League Phase Fixtures and Results
- UEFA.com — 2026/27 Champions League: Teams, Dates, Draws, Format, Final
- UEFA.com — Champions League League Phase Fixtures and Results by Team
- UEFA.com — Champions League Table and Standings 2026/27
- UEFA.com — Champions League Fixtures and Results
- ESPN — UCL Talking Points: Bayern Munich’s Dominant Win Among Matchday 1 Standouts
- Sky Sports — Champions League 2026/27 Fixtures, Dates, Schedule, Format
- Bleacher Report — Champions League Draw 2026-27: Schedule of Dates for League Phase Fixtures
- Bleacher Report — Champions League Draw 2026-27: League Phase Fixtures Set
- Yahoo Sports — Champions League: 5 Talking Points From Matchday 1
- Yahoo Sports — Champions League Odds: Arsenal, Barcelona Lead UCL Favorites After Draw
- Football Dudes — Champions League Matchday 1: Europe’s Biggest Clubs Make Their Mark
- Football Muse — Champions League Matchday One: Four Things to Watch
- 365Scores — UEFA Champions League Matchday 1 Preview
- Martin Cid — Champions League 2026-27 Matchday 1: The Tactical Verdicts
- Latination — Champions League Has First Warning and 5 Teams Should Be Worried
- Squawka — Champions League Winner Odds 2026/27: Favourites and Frontrunners
- Squawka — Champions League Winner Odds 2026-27: Favorites and Prediction
- Squawka — Champions League Table 2026-27
- William Hill News — Champions League Winner Odds 2026/27
- GiveMeSport — Champions League Winner Odds 2026-27: All 36 Teams’ Chances Ranked
- SoccerNews — Champions League Table 2026/27 and Standings
- FourFourTwo — How to Watch Champions League 2026/27
- Tom’s Guide — How to Watch Champions League 2026/27
- TechRadar — How to Watch Champions League 2026/27: Free Streams and TV Channels
- CableTV.com — Watch UEFA Champions League in the US: 2026-2027 TV Guide
- Paramount+ — UEFA Champions League Schedule 2026-2027
- VegasInsider — 2026-27 UEFA Champions League Odds
More football and general sports coverage from our network:
- Sports Tamasha — daily sports news, previews, and how-to-watch guides
- Sports News Era — sports news, results, and analysis
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About the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League
The 2026/27 UEFA Champions League is the third season of the expanded 36-team competition. Paris Saint-Germain are the two-time defending champions, having beaten Arsenal on penalties in the 2026 final, and they are chasing a third straight title. The league phase runs from September 8, 2026, to January 27, 2027, followed by the knockout play-offs in February, the Round of 16 in March, the quarter-finals in April, the semi-finals in late April and early May, and the final on June 5, 2027, in Madrid.
About This Guide
This guide is written for general information and entertainment. Fixtures, kick-off times, and broadcasters can change, and predictions are analysis-based opinions that cannot account for injuries, suspensions, or the randomness of football. Always confirm dates, times, and line-ups on UEFA.com and official club channels. Betting information is provided for context only and is intended for adults of legal age; please gamble responsibly and follow the laws where you live.
