The 2025-26 UEFA Champions League draw delivered thrilling matchups at Monaco's Grimaldi Forum on Thursday, with Paris St Germain (PSG) set to face European heavyweights Bayern Munich and Barcelona in the revamped league phase format. The event, attended by football legends Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Kaka, revealed a competitive landscape for Asia's football enthusiasts and global investors eyeing sports-related opportunities.
Key Fixtures to Watch
PSG's eight opponents include Premier League clubs Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United, alongside Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen and Serie A contenders Atalanta. Real Madrid, seeking a 16th title, will renew their rivalry with Manchester City and visit Liverpool – a poignant moment for former Reds defender Trent Alexander-Arnold, now with Los Blancos.
High-Profile Returns
Manchester City fans will witness Kevin de Bruyne's return to Etihad Stadium with new club Napoli, while Inter Milan – last season's runners-up – host Liverpool and Arsenal in Milan. The final will be held at Budapest's Puskas Arena on May 30, 2026, offering cultural explorers a potential football-themed travel destination.
