Arsenal faces Madrid, PSG takes on Barça in UCL draw
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 5:54 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
The Champions League draw has pitted Arsenal against Real Madrid, while Paris Saint-Germain will host Barcelona. PSG, the defending champions, starts their campaign at home before facing Manchester City and Europa League winners Aston Villa in upcoming matches. The group stage matches will commence next month, setting the stage for intense competition.
- •Arsenal to play Real Madrid in the Champions League group stage.
- •PSG to face Barcelona in their opening match.
- •PSG's group includes Manchester City and Aston Villa.
- •Group stage matches start next month.
- 6:33 PMESPN — Arsenal-Madrid, PSG-Barça highlight UCL draw
"Paris Saint-Germain have been handed a tough start to the defense of their Champions League trophy, with a home clash against Barcelona as well as trips to 2023 winners Manchester City and Europa League holders Aston Villa.
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