Champions League 2025/26 Draw: Date, Time and How to Watch Live
The 2025/26 UEFA Champions League will take an important step this Thursday (Aug. 28) with the official draw for the new league phase. The event will define the schedule and opponents for all 36 clubs still alive in Europe’s most prestigious tournament.
When Is the Champions League Draw?
- Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025
- Time: 1:00 p.m. (Brasília time)
The draw replaces the old group stage format. Under the new system, each team plays eight matches against opponents from four different pots, based on the UEFA club rankings.
How to Watch the Draw Live
Fans can follow the event live on multiple platforms:
- HBO Max (streaming)
- TNT Sports (pay TV)
What’s at Stake?
The draw will determine the path for all 36 qualified clubs. With the expanded league format, the best-ranked teams after the eight matches will advance to the knockout stages, adding even more drama to the new Champions League era.
