The 2026/27 Champions League league-phase draw takes place on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco. The ceremony begins at 5pm UK time, with software-assisted fixture generation following the opening speeches and awards.
How to Watch in the UK
Viewers in the UK can watch the draw live on TNT Sports 1, stream it on HBO Max, or view it free on UEFA's website and YouTube channel.
Five Premier League clubs are taking part: Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City in Pot 1, alongside Manchester United and Aston Villa in Pot 2.
Format and Restrictions
Thirty-six qualified clubs are split into four seeded pots, with each team set to be drawn against eight different opponents, two from each pot. Teams cannot be drawn against clubs from their own domestic association in the league phase, nor face more than two opponents from any single other country.
Further updates and details are expected to follow as the event approaches.
