FC Barcelona Champions League 2025/26: League Phase Fixtures

Barcelona begins their UEFA Champions League 2025/26 campaign away to Newcastle United at St James’ Park on September 18, 2025. This clash is one of the standout fixtures of Matchday 1.

Barcelona’s Home Fixtures

Barça will host Paris Saint-Germain (the holders), Eintracht Frankfurt, Olympiacos, and Copenhagen. Among these, the meeting with PSG on October 1 is particularly anticipated as two European giants face off.

Barcelona’s Away Fixtures

In addition to Newcastle, Barcelona will travel to Club Brugge, Chelsea, and Slavia Praha. The away trip to Stamford Bridge on November 25 revives a famous Champions League rivalry with Chelsea.

Stadium Uncertainty

There is still uncertainty over whether Barcelona will play their home games at the renovated Camp Nou or continue using the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys as an alternative venue.

New Champions League Format (2025/26)

This season introduces a revamped league phase with 36 teams competing in a single table. Each club plays eight matches (four at home, four away). The top eight advance directly to the Round of 16, while clubs finishing 9th to 24th will enter a playoff round for qualification.

Barcelona Champions League Fixtures 2025/26

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.

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