Electronic intervention and prohibited encounters: everything you want to know about the Champions League draw
The 2026-2027 UEFA Champions League draw will utilize a new computer-based system to determine fixtures. The tournament features 36 clubs, with Paris Saint-Germain entering as the two-time defending champions.
Why it matters
Represents a significant technological shift in how major international sports tournaments are organized and structured.
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The draw for the league phase of the 2026-2027 UEFA Champions League takes place tomorrow, Thursday, with a twist. A computer programme built for the purpose now handles the fixtures.
Monaco hosts the ceremony, where the 36 participating clubs will discover their league-phase opponents.
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