Champions League betting for 2026/27 returns with 36 teams competing across the league phase before the knockout rounds begin in February.
Follow the latest match odds, leading contenders, key dates, and betting angles throughout the competition. Our live odds table compares prices across several bookmakers as new fixtures move into range.
Each team faces eight different opponents, four at home and four away. The top eight qualify directly for the Round of 16, while teams finishing ninth to 24th enter the knockout play-offs.
Live Champions League Match Odds
Compare the latest Champions League match odds across several bookmakers. The table updates as upcoming fixtures move into the Betfinder odds feed.
Champions League Match Odds
Galatasaray v VfB Stuttgart
UEFA Champions League
Galatasaray
2.20
Coral
↓2.30
Draw
4.00
Unibet (UK)
↓4.20
VfB Stuttgart
3.00
Betfred (UK)
↑2.90
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| Outcome | Coral | Unibet (UK) | Betfred (UK) | Betfair Sportsbook | Bet Victor | Grosvenor | Sky Bet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galatasaray | 2.20 | 2.15 | 2.15 | 2.20 | 2.15 | 2.14 | 2.15 |
| Draw | 3.90 | 4.00 | 4.00 | 4.00 | 4.00 | 3.95 | 3.90 |
| VfB Stuttgart | 2.80 | 2.85 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 2.90 | 2.88 | 2.90 |
Shakhtar Donetsk v Sporting Lisbon
UEFA Champions League
Shakhtar Donetsk
3.60
Ladbrokes
↓3.70
Draw
3.80
Betway
↑3.75
Sporting Lisbon
2.00
Betfred (UK)
↓2.02
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| Outcome | Ladbrokes | Betway | Betfred (UK) | Betfair Sportsbook | Bet Victor | BoyleSports | Unibet (UK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shakhtar Donetsk | 3.60 | 3.50 | 3.40 | 3.60 | 3.60 | 3.60 | 3.50 |
| Draw | 3.60 | 3.80 | 3.75 | 3.75 | 3.75 | 3.75 | 3.70 |
| Sporting Lisbon | 1.95 | 1.91 | 2.00 | 2.00 | 1.95 | 1.91 | 1.98 |
Manchester United v AS Roma
UEFA Champions League
Manchester United
2.38
Betfred (UK)
↓2.40
Draw
4.00
Betfred (UK)
↓4.20
AS Roma
2.80
Betfair Sportsbook
↑2.75
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| Outcome | Betfred (UK) | Betfair Sportsbook | Unibet (UK) | Bet Victor | Coral | Ladbrokes | Grosvenor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester United | 2.38 | 2.30 | 2.35 | 2.30 | 2.30 | 2.30 | 2.30 |
| Draw | 4.00 | 4.00 | 3.80 | 3.80 | 3.75 | 3.75 | 3.85 |
| AS Roma | 2.62 | 2.80 | 2.70 | 2.75 | 2.75 | 2.75 | 2.65 |
Barcelona v Aston Villa
UEFA Champions League
Barcelona
1.25
Ladbrokes
Draw
7.00
Betfred (UK)
↓7.50
Aston Villa
11.00
Betfred (UK)
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| Outcome | Ladbrokes | Betfred (UK) | Bet Victor | Betfair Sportsbook | Paddy Power | Unibet (UK) | Grosvenor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barcelona | 1.25 | 1.22 | 1.22 | 1.22 | 1.22 | 1.25 | 1.24 |
| Draw | 6.50 | 7.00 | 7.00 | 7.00 | 7.00 | 7.00 | 6.75 |
| Aston Villa | 9.00 | 11.00 | 10.50 | 10.00 | 9.50 | 9.00 | 9.00 |
Atlético Madrid v Bayern Munich
UEFA Champions League
Atlético Madrid
2.70
Betfair Sportsbook
↓2.80
Draw
4.00
Betfred (UK)
↓4.20
Bayern Munich
2.45
Unibet (UK)
↑2.40
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| Outcome | Betfair Sportsbook | Betfred (UK) | Unibet (UK) | Coral | Bet Victor | Ladbrokes | Betway |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlético Madrid | 2.70 | 2.62 | 2.55 | 2.60 | 2.62 | 2.60 | 2.60 |
| Draw | 3.90 | 4.00 | 3.80 | 3.90 | 3.90 | 3.80 | 3.75 |
| Bayern Munich | 2.40 | 2.38 | 2.45 | 2.45 | 2.40 | 2.40 | 2.40 |
Bodø/Glimt v Lille
UEFA Champions League
Bodø/Glimt
1.85
Unibet (UK)
↓1.91
Draw
4.10
Betfair Sportsbook
↑4.00
Lille
4.00
Betfair Sportsbook
↑3.90
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| Outcome | Unibet (UK) | Betfair Sportsbook | Bet Victor | Coral | Betfred (UK) | Sky Bet | Betway |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodø/Glimt | 1.85 | 1.80 | 1.80 | 1.85 | 1.83 | 1.80 | 1.80 |
| Draw | 3.90 | 4.10 | 4.10 | 4.00 | 4.00 | 3.90 | 4.00 |
| Lille | 3.80 | 4.00 | 3.90 | 3.75 | 3.75 | 3.90 | 3.75 |
Feyenoord v Inter Milan
UEFA Champions League
Feyenoord
4.00
Ladbrokes
↓4.20
Draw
4.33
Betfred (UK)
↓4.50
Inter Milan
1.85
Betfair Sportsbook
↑1.80
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| Outcome | Ladbrokes | Betfred (UK) | Betfair Sportsbook | Bet Victor | Unibet (UK) | Grosvenor | Coral |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feyenoord | 4.00 | 3.75 | 3.90 | 3.90 | 3.75 | 3.90 | 4.00 |
| Draw | 4.00 | 4.33 | 4.10 | 4.20 | 4.20 | 4.10 | 4.00 |
| Inter Milan | 1.75 | 1.80 | 1.85 | 1.80 | 1.83 | 1.77 | 1.75 |
LASK v ŠK Slovan Bratislava
UEFA Champions League
LASK
1.45
Unibet (UK)
↑1.44
Draw
5.00
Betfred (UK)
ŠK Slovan Bratislava
7.00
Betfred (UK)
↑6.75
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| Outcome | Unibet (UK) | Betfred (UK) | Bet Victor | Grosvenor | Paddy Power | LiveScore Bet | Virgin Bet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LASK | 1.45 | 1.40 | 1.40 | 1.38 | 1.40 | 1.37 | 1.37 |
| Draw | 5.00 | 5.00 | 5.00 | 5.00 | 5.00 | 4.90 | 4.90 |
| ŠK Slovan Bratislava | 6.00 | 7.00 | 7.00 | 7.00 | 6.50 | 6.75 | 6.75 |
Villarreal v Paris Saint Germain
UEFA Champions League
Villarreal
5.00
Grosvenor
↑4.75
Draw
4.60
Betfred (UK)
↓4.75
Paris Saint Germain
1.65
Coral
↑1.62
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| Outcome | Grosvenor | Betfred (UK) | Coral | Betfair Sportsbook | Bet Victor | Unibet (UK) | LiveScore Bet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villarreal | 5.00 | 4.60 | 4.50 | 4.75 | 4.75 | 4.60 | 4.90 |
| Draw | 4.50 | 4.60 | 4.40 | 4.60 | 4.60 | 4.60 | 4.50 |
| Paris Saint Germain | 1.55 | 1.60 | 1.65 | 1.62 | 1.60 | 1.60 | 1.53 |
AEK Athens v Real Madrid
UEFA Champions League
AEK Athens
10.00
Betfred (UK)
↑9.50
Draw
6.50
Betfred (UK)
↑6.00
Real Madrid
1.28
Ladbrokes
↓1.29
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| Outcome | Betfred (UK) | Ladbrokes | Bet Victor | Paddy Power | Unibet (UK) | Betway | Sky Bet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AEK Athens | 10.00 | 8.50 | 10.00 | 9.50 | 9.00 | 9.00 | 9.00 |
| Draw | 6.50 | 6.00 | 6.50 | 6.50 | 6.50 | 6.50 | 6.50 |
| Real Madrid | 1.25 | 1.28 | 1.22 | 1.22 | 1.27 | 1.25 | 1.22 |
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Champions League Table
The Champions League table updates automatically as league-phase results are added. The top eight qualify directly for the Round of 16, teams finishing ninth to 24th enter the knockout play-offs, and the bottom 12 are eliminated.
Champions League Table
AUTO UPDATED| Pos | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PSG | 3 | +9 | 9 |
| 2 | Aston Villa | 3 | +9 | 9 |
| 3 | Liverpool | 3 | +5 | 9 |
| 4 | Real Madrid | 3 | +5 | 9 |
| 5 | Real Betis | 3 | +3 | 9 |
| 6 | Stuttgart | 3 | +5 | 7 |
| 7 | Arsenal | 3 | +4 | 7 |
| 8 | Barça | 3 | +5 | 6 |
| 9 | Como 1907 | 3 | +5 | 6 |
| 10 | Man City | 3 | +4 | 6 |
| 11 | Club Brugge | 3 | +3 | 6 |
| 12 | Sporting CP | 3 | +3 | 6 |
| 13 | Dortmund | 3 | +1 | 6 |
| 14 | Bayern | 3 | +5 | 5 |
| 15 | Roma | 3 | +3 | 4 |
| 16 | Atleti | 3 | +1 | 4 |
| 17 | Shaktar | 3 | +1 | 4 |
| 18 | PSV | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| 19 | Villarreal | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 20 | Inter | 3 | -1 | 3 |
| 20 | Man United | 3 | -1 | 3 |
| 22 | Napoli | 3 | -2 | 3 |
| 23 | Galatasaray | 3 | -3 | 3 |
| 24 | LASK | 3 | -3 | 3 |
| 25 | Sabah FK | 3 | -3 | 3 |
| 26 | Feyenoord | 3 | -4 | 3 |
| 27 | RC Lens | 3 | -4 | 3 |
| 28 | Bodø/Glimt | 3 | -5 | 3 |
| 29 | PAE AEK | 3 | -5 | 3 |
| 29 | RB Leipzig | 3 | -5 | 3 |
| 31 | Fenerbahçe | 3 | -6 | 2 |
| 32 | Slavia Praha | 3 | -3 | 1 |
| 33 | Viking | 3 | -4 | 1 |
| 34 | Porto | 3 | -4 | 0 |
| 35 | Lille | 3 | -6 | 0 |
| 36 | Sl. Bratislava | 3 | -12 | 0 |
Champions League Contenders for 2026/27
The outright market is tight at the top. As of 31 August 2026, bet365 had PSG at 5/1, Arsenal, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich at 6/1, Real Madrid at 13/2, Manchester City at 9/1, and Liverpool at 12/1.
Paris Saint-Germain
PSG are attempting to win the Champions League for a third season in a row. Luis Enrique’s side beat Inter 5-0 in the 2025 final before edging Arsenal 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Budapest in 2026.
The holders have some awkward league-phase fixtures this time. Barcelona and Roma visit Paris, while PSG travel to Manchester City and Aston Villa. A short outright price therefore comes with several early tests against strong opposition.
Arsenal
Arsenal start among the favourites after coming within a penalty shootout of winning the trophy last season. Their league-phase draw is not particularly forgiving.
Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund visit the Emirates, while Arsenal travel to Bayern Munich and Napoli. Those matches should tell us plenty about whether their early outright price deserves to shorten.
Barcelona
Barcelona are another 6/1 contender, but their route contains two obvious heavyweight tests. Manchester City visit Barcelona, while Hansi Flick’s side travel to defending champions PSG.
Aston Villa, Sporting CP, Galatasaray, Feyenoord, Como, and Sabah complete their eight opponents.
Bayern Munich
Bayern reached the semi-finals last season before losing 6-5 on aggregate to PSG. Their 2026/27 draw puts Arsenal at home, with trips to Atlético Madrid and Manchester United among the tougher assignments.
At 6/1, Bayern sit alongside Arsenal and Barcelona immediately behind PSG in the early market.
Real Madrid
Real Madrid remain impossible to ignore in this competition. Their record 15 European Cups puts them well clear of AC Milan on seven and Liverpool and Bayern on six.
The draw also looks reasonably favourable for a Pot 1 club. Inter visit Madrid, while the most difficult away assignment is Arsenal. Roma, Shakhtar Donetsk, and AEK Athens make up their other away games.
Manchester City
Manchester City sit slightly behind the first five in the outright betting. Their schedule gives them little time to ease into the competition.
PSG visit Manchester, while City must go away to Barcelona and Porto. Napoli and Sporting CP are also among their home opponents.
Liverpool are next in the market at 12/1, with Manchester United, Inter, Atlético Madrid, Aston Villa, Napoli, and Borussia Dortmund forming the next group of potential challengers. The gap in price is useful, but reputation alone should not decide which club offers the better bet.
Champions League Betting Angles to Watch in 2026/27
The league-phase format creates more betting angles than simply picking the eventual winner. Draw difficulty, domestic form, squad rotation, qualification targets, and price movement can all matter across the eight-match schedule.
The league phase gives every team a different eight-match schedule. Two clubs can have similar outright prices while facing very different levels of opposition.
Look at the full route, especially the toughest away games, before comparing outright or top-eight prices. Domestic form matters too, particularly for the English contenders covered in our Premier League betting hub.
Finishing eighth and ninth produces very different routes through the tournament.
The top eight move directly into the Round of 16. Teams ranked ninth to 24th must play an additional two-legged knockout tie in February, adding another opportunity for elimination and two more fixtures to an already busy schedule.
Eight games leave room for recovery. PSG finished only 11th in the 2025/26 league phase with four wins, two draws, and two defeats before going on to retain the trophy.
One poor September result can move an outright price without ending a club’s realistic chance of going deep into the tournament.
The last two league-phase rounds take place on 19/20 January and 27 January 2027. By then, some clubs could be chasing the top eight, others simply trying to reach the top 24, and a few may have very little left to play for.
Check the table and what each team actually needs before betting those late league-phase fixtures.
The same Champions League selection can be priced differently across bookmakers.
Use the Betfinder Odds Scanner to check unusual prices and the Dropping Odds Tracker to see where pre-match prices are moving. A strong opinion on a team is more useful when you also get the strongest available price.
2026/27 Champions League Key Dates
| Stage | Dates |
|---|---|
| Matchday 1 | 8-10 September 2026 |
| Matchday 2 | 13-14 October 2026 |
| Matchday 3 | 20-21 October 2026 |
| Matchday 4 | 3-4 November 2026 |
| Matchday 5 | 24-25 November 2026 |
| Matchday 6 | 8-9 December 2026 |
| Matchday 7 | 19-20 January 2027 |
| Matchday 8 | 27 January 2027 |
| Knockout play-offs | 16-17 & 23-24 February |
| Round of 16 | 9-10 & 16-17 March |
| Quarter-finals | 6-7 & 13-14 April |
| Semi-finals | 27-28 April & 4-5 May |
| Champions League final | 5 June 2027 |
The final will be played at Atlético Madrid’s Estadio Metropolitano. The stadium previously hosted the 2019 final, when Liverpool beat Tottenham 2-0.
You can track other major tournaments and betting dates in our sports betting calendar.
Previous Champions League Winners
| Season | Winner | Final |
|---|---|---|
| 2025/26 | Paris Saint-Germain | PSG 1-1 Arsenal, 4-3 pens |
| 2024/25 | Paris Saint-Germain | PSG 5-0 Inter |
| 2023/24 | Real Madrid | Real Madrid 2-0 Borussia Dortmund |
| 2022/23 | Manchester City | Man City 1-0 Inter |
| 2021/22 | Real Madrid | Real Madrid 1-0 Liverpool |
| 2020/21 | Chelsea | Chelsea 1-0 Man City |
| 2019/20 | Bayern Munich | Bayern 1-0 PSG |
PSG became only the second club to retain the trophy in the Champions League era by winning again in 2026. Real Madrid were the first and went on to win three consecutive titles from 2016 to 2018.
FAQs
How many teams qualify for the Champions League knockout stages?
The top eight teams in the 36-club league phase qualify directly for the Round of 16. Clubs finishing ninth to 24th enter two-legged knockout play-offs for the remaining eight places. Teams finishing 25th or lower are eliminated.
Who are the favourites to win the 2026/27 Champions League?
PSG, Arsenal, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Real Madrid were among the leading contenders in the early outright betting. Prices change throughout the competition as results, injuries, and potential knockout opponents affect each team’s chances. Compare the latest odds before placing an outright bet.
How does the Champions League league phase work?
All 36 clubs compete in one league table, playing eight different opponents. Each team has four home and four away fixtures. Three points are awarded for a win and one for a draw, with final league positions determining qualification for the knockout stages.
Is there still a Champions League group stage?
No. UEFA replaced the traditional four-team groups with a single 36-team league phase in 2024/25. Teams now face eight different opponents instead of playing three group rivals home and away. The 2026/27 competition is the third season under this format.
When is the 2027 Champions League final?
The 2027 Champions League final takes place on Saturday, 5 June at the Estadio Metropolitano in Madrid. Atlético Madrid’s home stadium previously staged the 2019 final, when Liverpool defeated Tottenham.
Where can I compare Champions League odds?
Betfinder’s live Champions League odds table compares available match prices across multiple bookmakers. Prices and market coverage depend on the latest data feed. The Betfinder Odds Scanner also highlights unusual prices and potential market discrepancies.