Champions League: Galatasaray v Barcelona at Rams Park; Atletico v Manchester United at the Metropolitano
Matchday 2 of the 2026–27 Champions League resumes after the international break with Galatasaray–Barcelona in Istanbul and Atletico–Man United in Madrid.
All 18 second-round group-stage matches of the 2026–27 UEFA Champions League are scheduled across today and tomorrow, returning after an international break. The most talked-about fixtures include Galatasaray facing Barcelona at Rams Park in Istanbul and Atletico Madrid hosting Manchester United at the Metropolitano in Madrid.
Key fixtures and expectations
The stadium in Istanbul promises a heated atmosphere as Galatasaray seek to unsettle Barcelona in front of a partisan crowd. Meanwhile at the Metropolitano, Atletico Madrid prepare for a high-profile clash with Manchester United. Several other big names — Arsenal, Inter and Bayern Munich — are widely expected to push for wins in their ties.
Below are the matchups for tonight’s schedule (local kick-off times preserved):
- 18.45: Lens – Sporting
- 18.45: Sabah – Slavia Prague
- 21.00: Arsenal – Lille
- 21.00: Atletico Madrid – Manchester United
- 21.00: Galatasaray – Barcelona
- 21.00: Inter – Club Brugge
- 21.00: Leipzig – PSV
- 21.00: Viking – Bayern Munich
- 21.00: Villarreal – Napoli
The two-day slate concludes the second round of group play before clubs return to domestic duties and prepare for matchday three later in the autumn. Fans can expect intense encounters as teams attempt to build early momentum in their Champions League campaigns.
Photo: press material from the event
