The action-packed Champions League tournament is just around the corner as the group stage draws have unveiled an enticing line-up of match-ups.
The stage is set for sporting action. Football fans can look forward to thrilling clashes as the teams get their marks for the upcoming tournament.
Manchester United will face Bayern Munich in the group stage of the Champions League. The encounter is bound to bring back memories of their 1999 final, which marked United’s greatest comeback in football history.
Newcastle United, marking their return to the Champions League after two decades, face a formidable challenge in Group F. Newcastle are determined to make a statement despite tough competition against AC Milan, Borussia Dortmund, and PSG.
Real Madrid, with 14 championship victories, are set to battle Napoli in Group C.
Arsenal feature in Group B, taking on Sevilla, PSV Eindhoven, and Lens. Meanwhile, Barcelona find themselves in Group H, up against Porto, Shakhtar Donetsk, and Royal Antwerp.
Inter Milan, last season’s runners-up, have been placed in Group D, where they will face Benfica, Red Bull Salzburg and Real Sociedad.
In Group E, Scottish champions Celtic will face Feyenoord, Atletico Madrid, and Lazio.
Mark your calendars for kick-offs on September 19 and 20, with the group stage final scheduled for December 13. This marks the final season of the current group stage format, as UEFA is set to introduce a new format next year, which promises more excitement. .
Football fans can expect a great display of skill and determination in this year’s Champions League. Stay tuned for electrifying moments on the pitch!
Groups in full
Group A: Bayern Munich, Manchester United, Copenhagen, Galatasaray
Group B: Sevilla, Arsenal, PSV, Lens
Group C: Napoli, Real Madrid, Braga, Union Berlin
Group D: Benfica, Inter Milan, RB Salzburg, Real Sociedad
Group E: Feyenoord, Atletico Madrid, Lazio, Celtic
Group F: PSG, Borussia Dortmund, AC Milan, Newcastle
Group G: Manchester City, RB Leipzig, Red Star Belgrade, Young Boys
Group H: Barcelona, Porto, Shakhtar Donetsk, Royal Antwerp
2023-24 Champions League Schedule
Group Stage
Matchday 1: Sept. 19/20, 2023
Matchday 2: Oct. 3/4, 2023
Matchday 3: Oct. 24/25, 2023
Matchday 4: Nov. 7/8, 2023
Matchday 5: Nov. 28/29, 2023
Matchday 6: Dec. 12/13, 2023
