UEFA Champions League 2026-27: Arsenal, Bayern Lead Favorites as Tournament Returns
All 36 teams begin the competition across three nights, with predictions shaped by domestic form, recent transfers and past Champions League success.
- The UEFA Champions League returns this week with 36 teams competing across three nights, launching Europe's biggest clubs toward the trophy ahead of the final in Madrid on June 5, 2027.
- Arsenal lead as tournament favorites with a 20.4 percent chance of winning, according to Opta projections. Bayern Munich follows at 20 percent, while Manchester City holds a 12.7 percent probability, with all five Premier League clubs favored to reach the last 16.
- Liverpool hosts Atletico Madrid while Aston Villa travels to Club Brugge following their Europa League triumph. Barcelona faces Feyenoord as teams pursue early points in the revamped 36-team league phase.
- Paris Saint-Germain aims for a third consecutive title, though analyst Laurens said, "I don't think they will do it." Debutant Como enters with manager Fabregas earning praise for remaining despite outside offers.
- Coach Luis Enrique's demanding style will likely produce inconsistent results during the league phase, according to Balague, before PSG's competition reaches its decisive stage in January as they pursue another European title.
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[OSEN=Jeong Seungwoo Reporter] The European Football Federation (UEFA) Champions League begins again. While Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is trying to lose 3 times in a row, last season's runner-up team, Arsenal, was selected as the strongest candidate for the championship. The British “BBC” introduced the winners and notable players ahead of the opening of the UEFA Champions League season on the 8th (Korea time). The final of this tournament will b…
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