Champions League 2026-27: Upcoming Matches and Overviews
The UEFA Champions League 2026-27 featured plenty of exciting matches that met fans’ expectations. In the first qualifying round of the Champions League, Vardar defeated KuPS. Inter d’Escaldes drew with Lincoln Red Imps in the second leg of the first qualifying round. Furthermore, Saburtalo claimed a victory over Tallinna FC Flora, while Riga defeated Ararat-Amenia 3-2.
ETO Győr claimed a win against Víkingur Reykjavík in the second leg of the first qualifying round. Additionally, TNSFC suffered a loss to Sabah in the second leg of the first qualifying round. Levski Sofia beat Borac in the second leg of the first qualifying round of the Champions League. In addition, Craiova earned a 1-0 victory over Maxline in the second leg of the first qualifying round. Atert Bissen lost to KÍ, while Egnatia defeated Petrocub in the 2026-27 UEFA Champions League.
Forthcoming Games Schedules: Dates and Venues
Saburtalo vs Slovan Bratislava
Date: July 21, 2026 (Tuesday)
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET | 09:00 a.m. PT | 09:30 p.m. IST.
Venue: Mikheil Meskhi Stadium, Tbilisi.
Mjällby vs. Lincoln Red Imps
Date: July 21, 2026 (Tuesday)
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET | 09:00 a.m. PT | 09:30 p.m. IST.
Venue: Strandvallen, Hällevik.
Sabah vs. KuPS
Date: July 21, 2026 (Tuesday)
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET | 09:00 a.m. PT | 09:30 p.m. IST.
Venue: Bank Respublika Arena, Masazir.
Ararat-Armenia vs. Shamrock Rovers
Date: July 21, 2026 (Tuesday)
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET | 09:00 a.m. PT | 09:30 p.m. IST.
Johannes Kreidl, Hemmo Riihimäki, and Kasperi Silen
Defenders
Kasim Nuhu, Arttu Lötjönen, Bob Nii Armah, Clinton Antwi, Brahima Magassa, Ricardo Araujo, Rasmus Tikkanen, and Taneli Hämäläinen
Midfielders
Saku Heiskanen, Petteri Pennanen, Valentin Gasc, Niilo Kujasalo, Tommi Jyry, Calvin Kabuye, Aaro Toivonen, Akseli Puukko, Joni Kivijärvi, and Veikko Lahtela
Forwards
Saku Savolainen, Gustav Engvall, Arttu Heinonen, Jaime Moreno, Piotr Parzyszek, Joslyn Luyeye-Lutumba, and Saikou Touray
Previous Rivalries
In the 2026-27 UEFA Champions League, Sabah faced TNSFC in the second leg of the first qualifying round. Sabah controlled the first half, with Joy-Lance Mickels and Rahman Dashdamirov each finding the net. After half-time, Josh Lock scored for TNSFC. Meanwhile, Sabah created several scoring opportunities but failed to convert them. Ultimately, Sabah defeated TNSFC and advanced to the next round of the 2026-27 Champions League. Now, Sabah will face their opponents in the forthcoming fixture.
KuPS faced SJK in the Veikkausliiga competition. Jaime Moreno and Joslyn Luyeye-Lutumba scored for KuPS. Meanwhile, SJK failed to score throughout the match. KuPS ultimately triumphed over SJK 2-0.
The Pick: KuPS
Ararat-Armenia vs. Shamrock Rovers
Date: July 21, 2026 (Tuesday)
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET | 09:00 a.m. PT | 09:30 p.m. IST.
Arman Nersesyan, Hayk Khachatryan, and João Bravim
Defenders
Hugo Oliveira, Junior Bueno, Luis Felipe, Kamo Hovhannisyan, Bruno Pereira, Edgar Grigoryan, Bruno Wilson, and Alexandros Malis
Midfielders
Mishel Ayvazyan, Armen Ambartsumyan, Zidane Banjaqui, Maxence Carlier, Karen Muradyan, Alwyn Tera, Artur Serobyan, and França
Forwards
Zhirayr Shaghoyan, Arayik Eloyan, Alioune Ndour, Paul Ayongo, and Sandro Lima
Projected Lineups for Shamrock Rovers
Position
Players
Goalkeepers
Edward McGinty, Lee Steacy, and Alex Noonan
Defenders
Adam Matthews, Enda Stevens, Roberto Lopes, Lee Grace, Matthew Healy, Adam Brennan, Olunatunmise Sobowale, Cory O’Sullivan, and Cian Barrett
Midfielders
Dylan Watts, Jake Mulraney, Luke O Regan, Connor Malley, John O’Reilly-O’Sullivan, Najemedine Razi, and Jack Byrne
Forwards
Aaron Greene, Graham Burke, Maleace Asamoah, Jonathan Afolabi, Michael Noonan, Maxim Kovalevskis, and John McGovern
Previous Rivalries
Last season, Ararat-Armenia finished first in the Armenian Premier League standings. In their last five matches, Ararat-Armenia recorded consistent performances. Meanwhile, they have performed consistently well in the current Champions League season.
Conversely, Shamrock Rovers have performed consistently in previous years. Furthermore, Shamrock Rovers will look to improve their strategic tactics and formation in the upcoming matches.
The Pick: Ararat-Armenia
KÍ vs Kauno Žalgiris
Date: July 21, 2026 (Tuesday)
Time: 02:45 p.m. ET | 11:45 a.m. PT | 12:15 a.m. IST (Next Day)
Venue: Við Djúpumýrar, Klaksvík.
Projected Lineups for KÍ
Position
Players
Goalkeepers
Nicolai Christensen, Rani Josephsen, and Mark Jensen
Defenders
Gaston Tellechea, Deni Pavlović, Daniel Johansen, Odmar Faerø, Jóannes Danielsen, Símun Kalsø, and Jean Carlos
Midfielders
Mansour Sinyan, Árni Frederiksberg, Jákup Andreasen, Hallur Hansson, René Joensen, Martin Gonzalez, Hampus Näsström, Oussama Ali, and John Joensen
Forwards
Páll Klettskarð, Jonn Johannesen, Filip Brattbakk, Erlend Hustad, Gilli Rólantsson, and Dávid Reynheim
Projected Lineups for Kauno Žalgiris
Position
Players
Goalkeepers
Deividas Mikelionis and Tomas Švedkauskas
Defenders
Tautvydas Burdzilauskas, Anton Tolordava, Luka Racic, Aldayr Hernandez, Marko Konatar, Nosa Edokpolor, Joris Moutachy, and Rokas Lekiatas
Midfielders
Amine Benchaib, Yukiyoshi Karashima, Gratas Sirgėdas, Vykintas Slivka, Léo Ribeiro, Ivan Fiolić, Franco Baldassarra, and Fabien Ourega
Forwards
Leon Kreković, Renan Oliveira, Motiejus Burba, and Haris Kadrić
Previous Rivalries
KÍ defeated Atert Bissen in the second round of the first qualifying round of the Champions League. KÍ took control at half-time through Árni Frederiksberg and Páll Klettskarð, each finding the net. Meanwhile, Roman Ferber scored Atert Bissen’s only goal of the match. Finally, they will look to take the attack to Kauno Žalgiris on their home turf.
Similarly, Kauno Žalgiris earned a 4-0 win over Šiauliai in the A Lyga. Furthermore, the team delivered a consistent performance throughout the match and will continue in the UEFA Champions League. Kauno Žalgiris will give a tough challenge against KÍ in the upcoming match.
The Pick: KÍ
Omonoia vs Kairat
Date: July 22, 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 01:00 p.m. ET | 10:00 a.m. PT | 10:30 p.m. IST.
Venue: GSP Stadium, Strovolos.
Projected Lineups for Omonoia
Position
Players
Goalkeepers
Francis Uzoho, Fabiano, and Pantelis Michail
Defenders
Senou Coulibaly, Stefan Simič, Moses Odubajo, Jure Balkovec, Nikolaos Panagiotou, and Loïc Négo
Midfielders
Carel Eiting, Ewandro, Mateo Marić, and Ioannis Kousoulos
Temirlan Anarbekov, Danila Buch, and Sherhan Kalmurza
Defenders
Luís Mata, Damir Kassabulat, Lev Kurgin, Aleksandr Martynovich, Alexandr Mrynskiy, Alexandr Shirobokov, Adlan Nurgaliyev, Lucas Áfrico and Daniyar Tashpulatov
Midfielders
Adilet Sadybekov, Olzhas Baibek, Sebastian Zeballos, Jaakko Oksanen, Azamat Tuyakbayev, Oiva Jukkola, Yerkin Tapalov, Gustavo Mendonça and Mukhamedali Abish
Forwards
Jorginho, Edmilson, Mansur Birkurmanov, Marc Gual, and Ismail Bekbolat
Previous Rivalries
Omonoia has delivered consistent performances in the Cypriot First Division. Furthermore, the team has impressive form throughout the domestic league. Nevertheless, Omonoia will have a home soil advantage to face Kairat in the upcoming UEFA Champions League match.
In contrast, Kairat currently sits second in the Kazakhstan Premier League. In addition, they were one of the toughest contenders throughout the season. In their last five matches, Kairat earned five consecutive victories, highlighting their impressive form.
The Pick: Omonoia
Final Thoughts
The first leg of the second qualifying round of the UEFA Champions League 2026-27 season. This week, several pivotal clubs compete against their opponents in the first leg of the second qualifying round. In addition, the teams will compete for a place in the next qualifying round. Based on their previous matches, several clubs enter the first leg with inconsistent form. Which teams will deliver consistent performances in this week’s matches?