Liverpool's Alexander Isak, Sweden star and top striker, was named in the starting lineup for the Champions League clash against Atletico Madrid.
The 2025-26 UEFA Champions League season has begun with key matches including Liverpool vs. Atletico Madrid, Manchester City vs. Napoli, Newcastle vs. Barcelona, and Chelsea vs. Bayern Munich. The tournament features a new league format with 36 teams, and matches are streaming on Paramount+ and DAZN. Significant club moves and early results set the tone for the season.