The 2026 UEFA Champions League is set to be one of the most exciting competitions in European football, with many top teams vying for the title. The lineup and standings have been updated ahead of the tournament's start.
One of the biggest changes in the lineup is the addition of two new entrants to the competition - the two best-performing clubs from the 2025-26 UEFA Nations League. These clubs will join existing participants in the competition, including the eight champions of Europe's premier club competition over the past five years.
In terms of standings, there has also been some movement. The top four teams in each group have moved up or down, with some notable changes to the overall order of the table. This means that the format of the competition has changed slightly compared to previous editions, as the top four teams now qualify directly for the knockout stages instead of competing in a round-robin stage.
Overall, the 2026 UEFA Champions League promises to be a thrilling competition, with plenty of surprises and upsets likely to occur. Fans can expect to see some of the world's top teams compete against each other in a bid to become the first ever double champion of the competition.