Champions League group stage draw LIVE: Man Utd, Arsenal, Real Madrid, Barcelona & more learn opponents

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The Bundesliga side have one of the most thrilling stories in all of football right now, arriving to the German Bundesliga in 2018-19 and now, they're set to host Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League.They have dreams.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">I've got dreams, Dreams to remember.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UCLdraw?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UCLdraw</a> <a href="https://t.co/Sixa0z0og2">pic.twitter.com/Sixa0z0og2</a>— 1. FC Union Berlin (English) (@fcunion_en) <a href="https://twitter.com/fcunion_en/status/1697294738968256570?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 31, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Union Berlin's story: From Bundesliga 2 to playing Real Madrid in the Champions League

With the addition of USA internationals Sergino Dest, Malik Tillman and Ricardo Pepi on top of the form of Luuk De Jong and Johan Bakayoko, PSV Eindhoven could be the team to cause quite a stir in the group stage this year. They defeated Scottish side Rangers 5-1 in the play-offs to qualify for the group stage in what was an utterly dominant showing.Fellow Dutch side Feyenoord could prove to be a tough contender with the form of striker Santiago Jimenez, but the other team I am looking at is Turkish side Galatasaray in Group A.Known as 'The Conqueror of Europe' Galatasaray could prove to be a tough foe for both Man Utd and Bayern Munich. they added 2021 UCL winner Hakim Ziyech to their squad over the summer and it has only made them better. For sure, a team to watch.

Who is this year's dark horse contender?

We have an amazing UCL group stage awaiting us and there are some fantastic matches on the horizon!Which match are you looking forward to most?<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The 2023/24 group stage draw ✅<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UCLdraw?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UCLdraw</a> <a href="https://t.co/kCTj9JfBFM">pic.twitter.com/kCTj9JfBFM</a>— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChampionsLeague/status/1697291794617143488?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 31, 2023</a></blockquote>
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The group stage draw in full: Who comes out on top?

The Norwegian goal-scoring machine wins the prestigious award!

Erling Haaland wins the UEFA men's player of the year award!

The 2023 FIFA World Cup winner with Spain has won the incredible award!<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Aitana Bonmati wins UEFA Women's Player of the Year for 2022/23 👑🇪🇸 <a href="https://t.co/W6bbMltDIZ">pic.twitter.com/W6bbMltDIZ</a>— GOAL (@goal) <a href="https://twitter.com/goal/status/1697297760381243485?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 31, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Aitana Bonmati wins the UEFA women's player of the year award!

The England women's national team manager has won the prestigious award!

Sarina Wiegman wins UEFA women's coach of the year

Guardiola wins the 2022/23 UEFA Men's coach of the year

Pep Guardiola wins UEFA men's Coach of the year

Group F features PSG, Borussia Dortmund, AC Milan and Newcastle United -- but it also features a plethora of players who will now face their former clubs.Christian Pulisic (Milan) will return to play Borussia DortmundSandro Tonali (Newcastle) will return to play AC MilanGianluigi Donnaruma (PSG) will return to play AC Milan

Group F: The group of death and the group of reunions?

The German legend was selected by UEFA president Aleksandr Ceferin.

Miroslav Klose wins UEFA President's award

Group A: Bayern Munich, Man Utd, Copenhagen and GalatasarayGroup B: Sevilla, Arsenal, PSV and RC LensGroup C: Napoli, Real Madrid, SC Braga and Union BerlinGroup D: Benfica, Inter, Salzburg and Real SociedadGroup E: Feyenoord, Atletico Madrid, Lazio and CelticGroup F: PSG, Borussia Dortmund, AC Milan and Newcastle UnitedGroup G: Man City, RB Leipzig, FK Crvena Zvezda and Young BoysGroup H: Barcelona, FC Porto, Shakhtar Donetsk and Royal Antwerp

Lets go over the draw: Each group

The Turkish side joins Man Utd, Bayern Munich and Copenhagen in Group A.

Galatasaray to group A!

Newcastle have joined the ranks of PSG, BVB and AC Milan in group F! What a stunning draw!

Newcastle United join group F! Oh my - group of death confirmed!

The Danish side will join up with Man Utd and Bayern Munich in group A.

Copenhagen to Group A!

Milan join PSG and Borussia Dortmund and we are now on official group of death watch!

AC Milan to group F! Group of death?!

The Dutch side will join Arsenal and Sevilla. A potential group of death!

PSV Eindhoven to B!

The Ukrainian side have joined Barcelona and FC Porto.

Shakhtar Donetsk join group H!

The Bundesliga side have been drawn into group G.

Man City learn first opponent: RB Leipzig

Harry Kane will have the chance to score on Manchester United again this year! Can the Red Devils hold him silent?

Clash of titans! Man Utd draw group A and Bayern Munich!

The Catalan giants will top group H.

Barcelona open up Group H

The reigning champions will lead group G.

Man City to Group G!

Kylian Mbappe and PSG will top Group F.

PSG join Group F

The Dutch side will compete in group E!

Feyenoord top group E

Benfica to Group D

Napoli to Group C

The 2022/23 Europa League winners land in Group B!

Sevilla open up Group B

The Bundesliga giants have been drawn into group A.

Bayern Munich in Group A

This year's competition will feature two newcomers in Belgian side Royal Antwerp FC and Bundesliga side Union Berlin.Antwerp qualified via UCL play-offs while Union Berlin earned a spot after finishing in a UCL spot in the Bundesliga table in 2022/23.Congrats to them both!

First time in the UCL!

The 2023/24 UEFA Champions League draw has started...! Stay tuned for updates here.

The draw is officially underway... ⚽😍

This will be the first Champions League campaign without either superstar since 2004, when the Argentine made his debut in the prestigious competition. We witnessed 19-years of greatness in this competition with one or the other! Who is your GOAT? Messi or Ronaldo?<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Group stage royalty 🌟<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UCLdraw?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UCLdraw</a> <a href="https://t.co/Y4slGPPNzL">pic.twitter.com/Y4slGPPNzL</a>— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChampionsLeague/status/1697237804164800884?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 31, 2023</a></blockquote>
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No Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi!

The 2023/24 UCL group stage will kick off in September and will go through early December, before the knockout rounds arrive in the new year. Here's the details.Matchday 1: September 19/20Matchday 2: October 3/4Matchday 3: October 24/25Matchday 4: November 7/8Matchday 5: November 28/29Matchday 6: December 12/13The round of 16 draw will then take place on December 18.

When will the group stage matches be played? 

Manchester City were unbelievable in their 2022/23 UCL run. Erling Haaland was an unstoppable goal-scoring machine, but was he their best player?John Stones and Rodri put on a clinic in the midfield and up until his injury in the UCL final, Kevin de Bruyne was slinging passes on a string every match. Is there another name worthy of mention at the top? Who do you think highlighted their run? Let us know in the comments.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">It all starts here 🎉 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UCLdraw?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UCLdraw</a> <a href="https://t.co/89uhtxkbeW">pic.twitter.com/89uhtxkbeW</a>— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChampionsLeague/status/1697256174834323553?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 31, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Let's look back to last campaign... Manchester City edition ⚽

What a design! Check out this year's 2023/24 match ball.What iconic UCL ball is your favorite of all-time?<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">👋 Hello from Monaco! 🇲🇨<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UCLdraw?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UCLdraw</a> || <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UCL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UCL</a> <a href="https://t.co/LPugS2mLyH">pic.twitter.com/LPugS2mLyH</a>— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChampionsLeague/status/1697142178579902730?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 31, 2023</a></blockquote>
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The 2023/24 UCL match ball

We're just 20 minutes away now, how are you preparing for the group stage draw? Where are you watching from? Let us know in the comments!

Almost time! 20 minutes to the draw - how and where are you watching?

The big side missing from this year's competition is 2020/21 winners Chelsea FC. The European giants had a catastrophe of a 2022/23 campaign, finishing 12th in the English Premier League.In addition to the Blues, Liverpool winners of the 2018/19 Champions League, just missed the cut and find themselves competing in the Europa League this year.Other names include Serie A side Juventus, Dutch giants Ajax, Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen and Ligue 1 side AS Monaco.

Which clubs are missing from this year's competition?

Which team will have their name engraved on the Cup next spring?<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Who's next? <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UCLdraw?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UCLdraw</a> <a href="https://t.co/yuZE0r1CaU">pic.twitter.com/yuZE0r1CaU</a>— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChampionsLeague/status/1697269879575826441?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 31, 2023</a></blockquote>
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What a beauty! Check out this year's trophy

Who do you think wins the Premier UCL award for 2022/23?The nominees are Manchester City duo Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland and the GOAT himself, Lionel Messi.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Who should take the prize for 2022/23? 🤔<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UEFAawards?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UEFAawards</a> || <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UCLdraw?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UCLdraw</a> <a href="https://t.co/GjWeXQsDoJ">pic.twitter.com/GjWeXQsDoJ</a>— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChampionsLeague/status/1697221446261670163?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 31, 2023</a></blockquote>
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UEFA Men's Player of the year: Who is going to win the award?

For those who have never watched a UCL group stage draw before, here's how it works.Each Champions League group will be made up of one team from each Pot, however, no two teams from the same nation can be drawn together.As an example, Manchester City could not draw Manchester United despite every single one of us hoping a Manchester Derby could be in play during the group stage

So.. how does the draw work? Let's go over the details ✍️

A special pre-show for the UCL group stage draw is live on UEFA.Com. Check it out here and tell us who your favorite guest on the show is so far!Henrik Larsson is a favorite of ours!

Pre-match show? Pre-match show! 

It's iconic and regardless if it's during a match, on a commercial or playing on a speaker because someone loves it so much... the UCL anthem has us all buzzing.Which side does it remind you of every time? Which Cup run? Let us know in the comments!<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The chaaaaampions 🎶 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UCL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UCL</a> || <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UCLdraw?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UCLdraw</a> <a href="https://t.co/RGJzknU2zd">pic.twitter.com/RGJzknU2zd</a>— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChampionsLeague/status/1697265908111081907?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 31, 2023</a></blockquote>
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That song... which team does the UCL anthem remind you of?🎶

Young Boys: After a year-long absence from the UCL, the Swiss side returns looking to leave their mark.Real Sociedad: One of the most consistent La Liga sides each season, Sociedad feature a veteran roster with European experience.Galatasaray: With the arrival of Hakim Ziyech, they could easily be one of the toughest opponents in Pot 4.Celtic: Never doubt the Scottish giants. They're fiercely competitive and always prove to be a stubborn side.Newcastle United: Their return to Europe is a beautiful thing for football fans. One of the most exciting teams in the English Premier League, far and ahead the best side on paper in Pot 4.Union Berlin: A cheeky Bundesliga side featuring an incredible attack, Union Berlin continue to get better each week. One team I would not want to mess with!Antwerp: Miraculous performances in the UCL qualifying phase over the summer have seen the Belgian side earn their spot in this year's group stage.RC Lens: Following the departure of key players Seko Fofana and Lois Openda, it remains to be seen if Lens can replicate their incredible 2022/23 form.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">On the ultimate stage.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UCLdraw?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UCLdraw</a> <a href="https://t.co/Qjgyud1MX0">pic.twitter.com/Qjgyud1MX0</a>— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChampionsLeague/status/1697259949720826326?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 31, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Last but not least... Pot 4

Shakhtar Donetsk: With no Mykhailo Mudryk around this time, it will be interesting to see how the Ukrainian attack performs in Europe.FC Salzburg: Always a cheeky European side, Salzburg are full of youth and stand down to no opponent.AC Milan: With the arrival of Chelsea duo Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Christian Pulisic, Milan look like a brand new side in Serie A. The one team from Pot 3 you want to entirely avoid.Braga: 2011 Europa League finalists, Braga return to the UCL this year looking to make a statement.PSV Eindhoven: One of the most exciting sides in Dutch football, PSV added a trio of American internationals over the summer, on top of their exciting attack. They're a real treat to watch!Lazio: A veteran Italian side with UCL experience on their roster, you can never count them out with the likes of Luis Alberto, Pedro, Felipe Anderson and Ciro Immobile.Red Star Belgrade: Returning to the UCL for the first time since 2019/20, they'll look to leave their mark on the tournament.FC Copenhagen: A fiercely competitive Danish side, Copenhagen will look to play spoiler against whoever they're drawn with.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Pot 3 ✅<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UCLdraw?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UCLdraw</a> <a href="https://t.co/yXzAGE7X5F">pic.twitter.com/yXzAGE7X5F</a>— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChampionsLeague/status/1697251896640106908?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 31, 2023</a></blockquote>
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 Pot 3 - Which team can play the upset card?👀

Highlighted by 2021/22 UCL winners Real Madrid, Pot 2 offers some exciting possibilities. Let's check the rest out.Manchester United: Following a rough start to their EPL campaign, can Ten Hag and the Red Devils find excellence in Europe? With Rasmus Hojlund in the mix, it's a possibility!Inter Milan: Runners-up in 2022/23, Inter went on an immaculate run in the tournament. Borussia Dortmund: Following Jude Bellingham's departure from the club, it remains to be seen how they'll operate both centrally and in the attack. A team to watch!Atletico Madrid: With an in-form Antoine Griezmann, anything is possible.RB Leipzig: One of the most exciting attacks in Germany, I would not want to let this group loose on the counter attack.FC Porto: If they manage to hold on to Mehdi Taremi by the time the European transfer window closes, they could be a sneaky side to deal with.Arsenal: One of the most exciting teams in all of Europe, all eyes will b on Mikel Arteta's crew.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🇪🇸🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇮🇹🇩🇪🇵🇹<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UCLdraw?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UCLdraw</a> <a href="https://t.co/2PwKpSjFrP">pic.twitter.com/2PwKpSjFrP</a>— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChampionsLeague/status/1697225222686994827?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 31, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Who sits in Pot 2?

Reigning champions Manchester City obviously find themselves in Pot 1 this year, but a few new faces join them. Let's check them out.Sevilla: Reigning Europa League Champions and fierce competition.Barcelona: A club with UCL pedigree, can Xavi bring them back to the top?Napoli: Italy's most exciting attack, featuring Victor Osimhen and Khvicha Kvaratshkelia.Bayern Munich: Harry Kane's arrival has only bolstered their outstanding attack.Paris Saint-Germain: A complete summer overhaul in their midfield and attack has many wondering how they'll do, but with Kylian Mbappe appearing to stick around, you cannot doubt this side.Benfica: A Portuguese powerhouse with a youthful and exciting attack.Feyenoord: Mexican striker Santiago Jimenez leads the attack in this exciting Dutch side.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🤔 Team to avoid?<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UCLdraw?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UCLdraw</a> <a href="https://t.co/v7tgdnFUFQ">pic.twitter.com/v7tgdnFUFQ</a>— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChampionsLeague/status/1697214041180013009?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 31, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Time to check out the options... Pot 1  🔥

Will it be Arsenal in their return to the Champions League after a stellar 2022/23 EPL campaign? Or could AC Milan make a run after their summer overhaul the attack and midfield?Erling Haaland and Manchester City are the favorites, but GOAL's Mark Doyle argues that Bayern Munich are not far behind. With the addition of Harry Kane, could Thomas Tuchel's side pull off a stunning cup run?Check out the entire story <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/lists/champions-league-2023-24-power-rankings/blt3ac63471089224b7" target="_self">here.</a>

Who do you think will be hoisting the UCL trophy up at the end of the campaign?

The draw will be streamed live on <a href="https://www.uefa.com/" target="_self">UEFA.com </a>for viewers around the world. In the UK, you can find the draw on TV on TNT Sports 1 and in the USA, on the discovery+ app with Paramount+.The draw takes place at 5pm BST in the UK and 12 pm ET in the USA.Stay tuned to our page here for all thing UCL group stage draw until then! 😎

The important news: How to stream and what time?

Hi all! Welcome to GOAL's live coverage of today's UEFA Champions League group stage draw!As we await to see who will battle it out in this year's prestige European competition, tag along with our live blog here before the draw starts. Manchester City will look to go back-to-back with goalscoring machine Erling Haaland while the likes of PSG, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, Inter Milan, Napoli and newcomers Arsenal will attempt to play spoiler.We're just under two hours away now! Let the excitement begin 🔥

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Live updates from the 2023-24 Champions League group stage draw as Manchester United, Arsenal, Real Madrid, Barcelona &amp; more discover their fate