The domestic leagues in Europe started about a month ago. The teams have already played a few matches. Now the fight to become the best in Europe is starting. The new season of the Champions League starts today (September 16). The fight to become the best club in Europe is emerging with more excitement in the new season.
The most successful team of the tournament, Real Madrid, is taking the field on the first day. Los Blancos’ opponent is French club Marseille. The match will start at 1 am. At the same time, Borussia Dortmund will face Juventus in the big match. Tottenham will host Villarreal. Earlier, English giant Arsenal will play against Athletic Bilbao at 10:45 pm.
The most successful team in the history of the Champions League is Real Madrid. Last season, Los Blancos were eliminated in the quarterfinals. This time, the Spanish giants are entering the field on a mission to regain the title. The team’s biggest star, Kylian Mbappe, left PSG last season to join Real in the hope of winning the Europa League crown. Although he did not get success at first.
However, Mbappe’s former club PSG won the championship last season. As a result, the French forward can consider himself a bit unlucky. Good news for Real, Jude Bellingham has returned from injury. In addition, Federico Valverde and young Franco Mastantuono can get a chance in the first eleven.
Like Real, Borussia Dortmund also exited in the last eight last season. The German club is facing Juventus in the Champions League for the first time since 2015. Dortmund lost 5-1 on aggregate in their last match. However, Niko Kovac’s team is worried about their defense in this match. Emre Can, Nicolas Sule and Nico Schlotterbeck will not be able to play in this match.
On the other hand, a great win against Inter Milan in Serie A will give Juventus extra confidence. There are no injury problems in the team. Therefore, the Old Ladies of Turin will enter their first match in the Champions League with a 100% fit squad. All in all, the new Champions League season is starting with a glimpse of all the exciting battles.
FAQ
When does the new Champions League season start?
The new Champions League season begins on September 16, 2025, with several big matches on the opening night.
Which teams are playing on the first day of the Champions League 2025-26 season?
The first day features Real Madrid vs Marseille, Borussia Dortmund vs Juventus, Tottenham vs Villarreal, and Arsenal vs Athletic Bilbao.
What time will the matches start?
Arsenal vs Athletic Bilbao kicks off at 10:45 pm, while the other matches, including Real Madrid vs Marseille, start at 1 am.
Who are the key players to watch this season?
Kylian Mbappe for Real Madrid, Jude Bellingham, Federico Valverde, and Franco Mastantuono, along with Juventus’ full-strength squad, are key names.