# UEFA Champions League 2026-2027 broadcasting and format

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/uefa-champions-league-2026-2027-broadcasting-and-format
> Updated: 2026-09-08T16:04:14.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The 2026-2027 UEFA Champions League season introduces a new 36-team league phase under the Swiss model, culminating in a final at the Estadio Metropolitano in Madrid on June 5, 2027.

Broadcasting arrangements for the season involve various regional agreements. In Austria, CANAL+ and ORF have extended their partnership, with CANAL+ broadcasting live matches exclusively and ORF providing editorial support and experts for highlight programs. Globally, broadcasting rights are distributed across several platforms: Paramount+ holds exclusive English-language rights in the United States, while Stan Sport provides coverage in Australia. 

Key matchups scheduled for the league phase include Real Madrid vs. Inter, Liverpool vs. Atletico Madrid, and Manchester City vs. Paris Saint-Germain.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-08: UEFA Champions League 2026-2027 broadcasting and schedule details

Broadcasting details and key fixtures for the 2026-2027 UEFA Champions League season have been outlined for viewers in the US and Australia, leading up to the final in Madrid.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uefa-champions-league-2026-2027-broadcasting-and-schedule-details

### 2026-09-03: CANAL+ and ORF extend Champions League broadcasting deal

CANAL+ and ORF have extended their cooperation for the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League season, continuing their joint production of match highlights in Vienna.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/canal-and-orf-extend-champions-league-broadcasting-deal

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