Arsenal Champions League 2025/26: Fixtures, Draws & Prize Money

The 2025/26 UEFA Champions League campaign presents another significant opportunity for Arsenal FC to build on their recent European progress under Mikel Arteta.

After reaching the semi-finals in the 2024/25 season (their deepest run in 16 years) and being eliminated by eventual winners Paris Saint-Germain, the Gunners enter this season’s competition with heightened expectations and a reinforced squad.

As a Pot 2 team based on UEFA coefficient rankings, Arsenal will avoid other Premier League sides in the league phase but face a challenging path against Europe’s elite in the revamped 36-team format. Here’s a comprehensive overview of their upcoming campaign.

Arsenal champions league fixtures 25/26

UEFA Champions League 2025/26 – League Phase Matchdays

When does the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 start?

– The league phase begins on 16 September 2025

When is Matchday 1 of the Champions League 2025/26?

– Matchday 1 takes place between 16–18 September 2025.

When is Matchday 2 of the Champions League 2025/26?

– Matchday 2 will be held on 30 September–1 October 2025.

When is Matchday 3 of the Champions League 2025/26?

– Matchday 3 is scheduled for 21/22 October 2025.

When is Matchday 4 of the Champions League 2025/26?

– Matchday 4 will take place on 4/5 November 2025.

When is Matchday 5 of the Champions League 2025/26?

– Matchday 5 is set for 25/26 November 2025.

When is Matchday 6 of the Champions League 2025/26?

– Matchday 6 is on 9/10 December 2025.

When is Matchday 7 of the Champions League 2025/26?

– Matchday 7 will be played on 20/21 January 2026.

When is Matchday 8 of the Champions League 2025/26?

– Matchday 8 is scheduled for 28 January 2026.

UEFA Champions League 2025/26 – Knockout Phase Fixtures

When are the Champions League 2025/26 knockout phase play-offs?

– The play-offs will be held on 17/18 & 24/25 February 2026.

When is the Round of 16 of the Champions League 2025/26?

– The Round of 16 takes place on 10/11 & 17/18 March 2026.

When are the quarter-finals of the Champions League 2025/26?

– The quarter-finals are scheduled for 7/8 & 14/15 April 2026.

When are the semi-finals of the Champions League 2025/26?

– The semi-finals will be played on 28/29 April & 5/6 May 2026.

When is the Champions League 2025/26 final?

– The final will be held on 30 May 2026 at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary.

UEFA Champions League 2025/26 – Draw Dates

When is the draw for the Champions League 2025/26 First Qualifying Round?

– The First Qualifying Round draw will be held on 17 June 2025.

When is the draw for the Champions League 2025/26 Second Qualifying Round?

– The Second Qualifying Round draw takes place on 18 June 2025.

When is the draw for the Champions League 2025/26 Third Qualifying Round?

– The Third Qualifying Round draw is scheduled for 21 July 2025.

When is the draw for the Champions League 2025/26 Play-offs?

– The Play-off draw will be held on 4 August 2025.

When is the draw for the Champions League 2025/26 League Phase?

– The League Phase draw is on 28 August 2025.

When is the draw for the Champions League 2025/26 Knockout Phase Play-offs?

– The Knockout Phase Play-off draw will take place on 30 January 2026.

When are the draws for the Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16, Quarter-finals, Semi-finals, and Final?

– These draws will all be conducted together on 27 February 2026.

UEFA Champions League 2025/26 – Prize Money

How much do clubs earn for finishing first in the league stage of the Champions League 2025/26?

– Clubs will receive €9.9 million for finishing in first place in the league stage.

What is the prize for advancing to the round of 16 in the Champions League 2025/26?

– Teams that qualify for the round of 16 will earn €11 million.

How much do clubs earn for reaching the quarter-finals of the Champions League 2025/26?

– Clubs that advance to the quarter-finals will receive €12.5 million.

What is the prize money for reaching the semi-finals of the Champions League 2025/26?

– Teams that reach the semi-final stage will be awarded €15 million.

How much do finalists earn in the Champions League 2025/26?

The runner-up (finalist) will receive €18 million.

How much does the winner of the Champions League 2025/26 earn?

– The winner will be awarded €25 million.

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