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Barcelona and Arsenal lead Champions League power rankings as PSG begins defense

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 7:51 PM

Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Barcelona and Arsenal lead Champions League power rankings as PSG begins defense

Summary

The UEFA Champions League enters the 2026/27 campaign with PSG seeking a third consecutive title amid competition from several major European clubs. Arsenal and Barcelona join the defending champions as top-ranked contenders in the league phase. Recent fixtures saw Manchester City record a 2-0 victory over Porto, while Borussia Dortmund defeated Villarreal 3-2. In another match, Arsenal secured a 1-0 win against Napoli. Teams like RB Leipzig, Porto, Borussia Dortmund, and Napoli are evaluated on their prospects for reaching the knockout stage as the group schedule progresses. The current standings reflect early results and roster adjustments made by clubs throughout the offseason.

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By the Numbers

•PSG enters the tournament pursuing a third consecutive Champions League title.
•Manchester City recorded a 2-0 win over Porto on September 8.
•Borussia Dortmund defeated Villarreal 3-2 in their opening match.
•Arsenal earned a 1-0 win against Napoli on September 9.
•RB Leipzig prepares to play Como following the sale of Yan Diomande.

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7:51 PMYahoo Sports — Champions League Power Rankings: Barcelona, Arsenal teams to beat as defending champs PSG faces uphill task

What they're saying

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Two-time defending champions PSG are looking for an historic three-peat, but they have exceptional competition from a number of massive clubs, including last year's finalists Arsenal plus La Liga giants Real Madrid and Barcelona.
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