Champions League 2026-2027 Main Round Draw Details
· Sports · Al Jazeera, BBC Sport, Sports Illustrated
The UEFA Champions League main round draw is scheduled for August 27 at 6pm (17:00 GMT) at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco. A total of 36 teams will participate in the league phase, with 29 qualifying through their national leagues and seven spots determined by a qualifying competition. Under the new format, each team will play eight matches, split evenly between home and away fixtures. The league phase will run from September through January, followed by knockout rounds leading to the final in early June.
Why it matters
The new league phase format significantly increases the number of matches for top European clubs, impacting player workloads and scheduling for the entire season.
Read the original report — Al Jazeera
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