UEFA sets the complete calendar for the first round of the Champions League with thrilling matches and heavyweight reunions!
The 2026/27 Champions League season already has a start date. On Saturday morning (29th), UEFA revealed the detailed schedule for the first round of the league phase, which promises to excite soccer fans between September 8th and 10th.
Expectations are mounting with the confirmation of major matchups and the definition of the duels that will mark the beginning of the European giants’ journey toward glory.
High-profile debuts and classics in the opening round
The first matchday of the Champions League league phase offers excitement from the opening whistle. On September 8th, the stage will be set for clashes like the anticipated encounter between Real Madrid and Inter Milan, both at 4 PM (Brasília time).
On the same day and time, the reigning champion Manchester City will make its debut against Porto.
The competition continues fiercely on September 9th, when two-time champion PSG begins its campaign. The spotlight will also be on Barcelona, Arsenal, and Liverpool, as they take the field to face their respective opponents.
September 10th will wrap up the opening round with the entry of giants like Bayern Munich and Manchester United.
Major clashes already scheduled in the league phase
In addition to the first-round schedule, UEFA has already announced the dates for some of the most anticipated matchups in the league phase. The list of games that promise to stop the soccer world includes clashes such as Manchester City vs. PSG, PSG vs. Barcelona, Bayern Munich vs. Arsenal, and the classic Arsenal vs. Real Madrid.
Fans can already mark their calendars for the encounters that will define the teams’ paths in the competition.
Where to follow the Champions League excitement
To not miss a single moment of the world’s biggest club competition, Brazilian fans can follow the matches on TNT Sports (pay-TV) and SBT (free-to-air TV).
Additionally, the streaming service HBO Max will offer complete coverage, ensuring no fan is left out of the 2026/27 Champions League season.
