when is the champions league group stage draw

The UEFA Champions League group‑stage (league‑phase) draw for the 2025/26 season is scheduled for Thursday, 28 August 2025.

Date and time

• Date: 28 August 2025.

• Time: Around 12:00 PM ET (18:00 CET) , held at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco , as per UEFA’s standard Champions League‑draw slot.

What this draw decides

• It sets the eight opponents each of the 36 qualified clubs will face in the new league‑phase format , replacing the old eight‑group structure.

• The first matchday of the league phase then kicks off on 16–18 September 2025.

How to watch

• The draw is typically streamed live on UEFA’s official website and app , plus broadcast partners such as BT Sport/UEFA TV (UK) and beIN SPORTS in many other regions.

If you tell me your country, I can point you to the most likely local broadcaster for the 28 August draw.