Champions League draw set as qualification matches conclude on Wednesday

The UEFA Champions League league phase draw is scheduled for Thursday at noon ET, with 32 teams qualified so far. On Wednesday, the final qualification matches take place, including Lyon vs. Fenerbahce, which is tied 1-1 on aggregate. Other matches feature AEK Athens facing Levski Sofia, also currently tied at 0-0, and Viking against Dinamo Zagreb, 2-2 on aggregate. The four remaining ties highlight a tight competition leading up to the draw in Monaco, where teams will be assigned into four pots. The 2026-27 season will begin with a familiar lineup of contenders alongside some surprise entrants making their Champions League debuts.

• 4:52 PMCBS Sports — Footy Fix: Champions League league phase field almost set ahead of Thursday's draw