UEFA Champions League trophy
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It only feels like yesterday that the 2025/26 Champions League campaign came to a close when French giants Paris Saint-Germain beat Premier League champions Arsenal to reclaim the crown.
But attention is already turning to the 2026/27 season, with each of the 36 clubs set to play in the competition now assured of their places.
The Premier League will have five representatives in the tournament this season. Last season's beaten finalists Arsenal will take part once more, alongside regulars Manchester City and Liverpool.
They will be joined by Manchester United, who secured their spot with an impressive run under Michael Carrick. Aston Villa will be the Premier League's final representatives after winning last season's Europa League.
Each club will find out their opponents for this season's league stage this evening so make sure you stay tuned to find out who plays who:
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HULL, ENGLAND - AUGUST 22: A dejected Manchester United head coach / manager Michael Carrick walks off at full time during the Premier League 2026/27 match between Hull City and Manchester United at MKM Stadium on August 22, 2026 in Hull, United Kingdom. (Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)
HULL, ENGLAND - AUGUST 22: A dejected Manchester United head coach / manager Michael Carrick walks off at full time during the Premier League 2026/27 match between Hull City and Manchester United at MKM Stadium on August 22, 2026 in Hull, United Kingdom. (Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)