2025-26 Champions League Draw Pots Set Under New Format

- The UEFA Champions League draw pots for the 2025-26 season have been finalized, featuring a new format with eight fixtures for each club instead of traditional group placements.

2025-26 Champions League Draw Pots Finalized

The pots for the UEFA Champions League draw for the 2025-26 season have been set following the completion of the playoff round. This season introduces a new format where each club will have eight fixtures created instead of being placed into traditional groups.

Key Changes in the Format

The new format...

Draw Details

The draw will commence at 5 p.m. UK / midday ET on Thursday, with the first fixtures scheduled for Sept. 16-18. The league phase will extend until January, with all 18 games on the final matchday on Jan. 28 being played simultaneously.

Previously, Pot 1 used to house...

Final Match and Venue

The final for this season will take place at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, Hungary on Saturday, May 30.