Football fans, take note: Monaco is once again set to become the epicentre of European football. On Thursday 28th and Friday 29th August, the Principality will host UEFA’s annual launch of the men’s club competition season at the Grimaldi Forum, officially kicking off the 2025/2026 campaign.

The two-day event will bring together club representatives, members of the football family, football legends and media for the draws that will determine which teams face each other in the 2025/2026 Campions League, Europa League and Conference League.

Two days of draws

The anticipation begins on Thursday 28th August at 18:00 with the Champions League phase draw, determining the path for Europe’s elite clubs.

Friday 29th August at 13:00 sees the Europa League and Conference League phase draws complete the season launch programme, setting the stage for all three competitions.

The 2025/2026 season marks the second year of UEFA’s league phase format across all three competitions, having replaced the traditional group stage system last year. The reformed structure has proven particularly popular with clubs and fans, offering more varied matchups throughout the campaign.

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Main photo credit: Grimaldi Forum.