The five most anticipated focus matches in the Champions League group stage

With the end of the lottery ceremony, the 144 fierce battles in the 2025/26 Champions League season have been settled, and the game will last from September to January of the following year. Among the many matches, the following five strong dialogues will undoubtedly become the focus of attention in the entire European football world and attract the attention of fans around the world.

1. Barcelona vs Paris Saint-Germain

This showdown is known as the "final in the group stage". Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain are the top favorites for the Champions League this season. Passing and controlling master Barcelona will face Paris Saint-Germain, which is known for its high-intensity oppression. The collision of the two teams' styles itself is full of highlights. The direct dialogue between Yamal, Rafinia and Ashraf, Mendes and other wing stars will surely spark and be exciting.

2. Liverpool vs Real Madrid

This is not only a fateful reunion, but also full of human stories. Xavi Alonso will return to Anfield for the first time as Real Madrid coach, and Arnold returns to this familiar venue as an opponent after leaving the team for a few months. The defeat at the Bernabeu last season made Real Madrid yearn for revenge; while Liverpool hopes to reestablish their position in front of opponents who have made them hate many times. This showdown is destined to be full of passion and grudges.

3. Naples vs Manchester City

de Bruyne will return to Italy to face his "old club" Naples. This showdown is not only about the individual players, but also another intelligent encounter between two top coaches Conte and Guardiola. For Naples, which is ambitious at home and abroad this season, this game will be a "touchstone" to test its true strength, and Manchester City needs to prove its dominance in the Champions League.

4. Paphos vs Bayern Munich

The new Cyprus army Paphos, who has been established for only ten years, has overcome all the difficulties and created his own "Cinderella Fairy Tale", entering the Champions League for the first time. Now, they will face the "giant" Bayern Munich, which is undoubtedly a huge challenge. Despite the huge gap in strength, fans are still looking forward to them to replicate the miracle of Sharif's defeat of Real Madrid in the past, bringing a shocking upset to the Champions League.

5. Karat Almaty vs Real Madrid

Kazakhstan team Karat's home court will be one of the most distant away games in Champions League history. The entire Real Madrid team will face a long journey of nearly 8,000 kilometers, as well as huge jet lag and climate challenges. Although Real Madrid's chance of winning is extremely high, Sharif's "tragic" memory of defeating Real Madrid at the Bernabeu is enough to prevent all Real Madrid fans from underestimating the enemy at all. This expedition is destined to be full of unknowns and tests.