The 2025/26 season of the UEFA Champions League is underway, with the competition now in its second season under the current format.
Once again, the opening stage of the Champions League will see a 36-team league system, with the top eight sides qualifying for the knockout round.
Here's what you need to know about how to watch the Champions League in Canada.
Thirty-six teams have formed a first-round league stage for the new season. Each side will play eight games, four at home and four away—but not against the same opposition. These games will run until the end of January 2026.
At the end of the League Phase, the top eight sides in the table will qualify automatically to the knockout stage. Teams ranked from 9th to 24th will contest a knockout play-off round, with the teams ranked from 9th to 16th the seeded team. The winners of those games will progress to the last 16.
Sides finishing 25th to 36th will be eliminated from the European competition altogether.
January 30, 2026, will see the draw for the two-legged knockout-phase play-offs.
The draws for the round of 16, quarter-finals and semi-finals then occurs on February 27.
Soccer fans in Canada can watch the Champions League as part of their DAZN subscription package.
There are three subscription options, offering differing selections of sports in each. Access to every Champions League match is included in all three package offerings, ranging from $29.99 to $44.99 per month (for 12 months)
There are also Ultimate tiers options for each package, offering an enhanced viewing experience.
See below for details of each DAZN subscription available in Canada.
