Champions League Bracket 2026 Revealed

Predictions and schedule for today's quarterfinal matches across North America

Apr. 15, 2026 at 5:10pm

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The 2026 UEFA Champions League bracket has been announced, with the quarterfinal matches set to take place today at stadiums across North America. The tournament will feature games at iconic venues like AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, and Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, Mexico.

Why it matters

The Champions League is one of the most prestigious club soccer tournaments in the world, and the 2026 edition will be the first to feature matches played outside of Europe. This expansion into North America is seen as a strategic move to grow the sport's global fanbase.

The details

The quarterfinal matchups for today's Champions League action are: Manchester United vs. Bayern Munich at AT&T Stadium, Liverpool vs. Paris Saint-Germain at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Real Madrid vs. Chelsea at Arrowhead Stadium, and Barcelona vs. Juventus at Estadio BBVA. The winners of these matches will advance to the semifinals, which will take place later this week.

  • The 2026 UEFA Champions League quarterfinal matches are scheduled for today, April 15, 2026.
  • The semifinals will be played on April 22, 2026.

The players

Manchester United

An English professional soccer club based in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester.

Bayern Munich

A German professional soccer club based in Munich, Bavaria.

Liverpool

An English professional soccer club based in Liverpool, Merseyside.

Paris Saint-Germain

A French professional soccer club based in Paris.

Real Madrid

A Spanish professional soccer club based in Madrid.

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What they’re saying

“Hosting the Champions League in North America is a huge opportunity to grow the sport and introduce it to new audiences.”

— Gianni Infantino, FIFA President

“Our team is ready for the challenge of facing one of Europe's top clubs on the global stage.”

— Lionel Messi

What’s next

The winners of today's quarterfinal matches will advance to the Champions League semifinals, which are scheduled for April 22, 2026.

The takeaway

The 2026 Champions League tournament represents a significant milestone for the sport of soccer, as it expands its reach beyond Europe and into new markets across North America. The quarterfinal matches today will showcase some of the best teams and players in the world, giving fans an exciting taste of what's to come.