Last Updated on setembro 15, 2025 10:35 am by Erwin Noguera
The wait is over: the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League is back, and with it begins a new chapter in the history of the world’s most prestigious club tournament.
With 36 teams competing under the revamped format, everyone is looking to get off to a good start on this first matchday, knowing that every point can make a difference in the overall standings. The excitement is back in every European stadium, with star-studded squads and the hopes of thousands of fans who dream of seeing their team lift the “Orejona” trophy.
The schedule could not offer a more exciting start, as the opening day will feature clashes that bring back great memories of past Champions League finals. Juventus vs. Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich vs. Chelsea, and Ajax vs. Inter are matches that transport fans back to historic nights in European football.
With the elite of soccer gathered together, the first matchday is an ideal barometer for gauging the level of the contenders and the possible surprises that always arise in this competition. The Champions League once again displays all its magnetism: tradition, rivalry, and talent in abundance combine to give us a week that promises to be unforgettable from the opening whistle.
No Troca de Gambila, você pode explorar todas as previsões para a UEFA Liga dos Campeões, as apostas finais para esta jornada e as probabilidades para cada partida.
Champions League Weekly Picks Probabilidades de Apostas
Juventus +102 | Dortmund +252 | Sorteios: +254 |
Real Madrid -294 | Olympique Marseille +678 | Sorteios: +458 |
PSG -286 | Atalanta +685 | Sorteios: +429 |
Liverpool -169 | Atlético Madrid +421 | Sorteios: +322 |
Liga dos Campeões - 1ª rodada: Juventus vs. Dortmund
Quando? | Tuesday, September 16 at 3:00 PM ET, 2:00 PM CST, 1:00 PM MT, and noon PT |
Onde? | Estádio da Juventus. |
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Igor Tudor’s side is brimming with confidence after defeating Inter in a thrilling 4-3 victory that showcased both their attacking prowess and their defensive frailties. They had looked solid in their opening Serie A games, but against a higher-ranked opponent like Dortmund, they will be under maximum pressure. La Vecchia Signora, who have won all their league games so far, will be looking to carry that momentum into Europe.
Dortmund arrive in Italy with their usual style: direct, high tempo, and a taste for open games. The Germans started the Bundesliga with two wins and a draw, always showing an ability to score at least a couple of goals.
Their main threat is Serhou Guirassy, a striker in fine form who has scored in every game he has played this season, accumulating six goals in six games between club and country. With that offensive firepower, Edin Terzić’s men arrive ready to cause problems for the Bianconeri.
Recent history, including a friendly in August won by Juve 2-1 in Germany, shows a balanced contest but with the Italians having the edge. The key will be how Juventus can maintain their defensive rhythm against a Dortmund side that rarely fails to score.
A priori, a dynamic match with plenty of goals is expected, in which home advantage and the European experience of the Turin side make them favorites.
Juventus vs. Dortmund Betting Pick: Juventus
Liga dos Campeões - 1ª rodada: Real Madrid vs. Olympique Marseille
Quando? | Tuesday, September 16 at 3:00 PM ET, 2:00 PM CST, 1:00 PM MT, and noon PT |
Onde? | Estádio Santiago Bernabéu |
Onde posso assistir? | ESPN, Paramount+ e ViX |
Under Xabi Alonso, the Whites are coming off a perfect start to the league season, with four wins in four games. In the Champions League, despite stumbling in their last continental game last season against Arsenal, Madrid remain the usual contenders. Their offense, led by talented young players and seasoned veterans, promises to be a force to be reckoned with against an inconsistent Marseille.
The French side arrives in Madrid under the leadership of Roberto De Zerbi, but with results that raise doubts. The recent defeat in the classic against Lyon (0-1) revealed a certain defensive fragility and a lack of forcefulness in attack. Their performance in European competitions has also been disappointing, with just two wins in their last five games. The big challenge for Marseille will be to find a balance in a stadium where few manage to come away with points.
The contrast between Real Madrid’s consistency and Marseille’s doubts makes the home side the clear favorites. The Bernabéu, on Champions League nights, usually becomes a fortress, and this match should be no exception. If the Whites impose their rhythm from the start, it will be difficult for the visitors to resist.
Real Madrid vs. Olympique Marseille Betting Pick: Real Madrid
Liga dos Campeões - 1ª rodada: PSG vs. Atalanta
Quando? | Wednesday, September 17 at 3:00 PM ET, 2:00 PM CST, 1:00 PM MT, and noon PT |
Onde? | Parc des Princes. |
Onde posso assistir? | ESPN, Paramount+ e ViX |
PSG begins its European campaign and title defense at the Parc des Princes with the intention of marking its territory from the very first matchday.
Luis Enrique’s side is brimming with confidence after a 6-3 win over Toulouse, confirming their attacking prowess. With world-class players and a style that focuses on possession and high pressing, the Parisians are looking to strike early in a tournament that remains their great obsession.Furthermore, last season’s thrashing of Inter in the Champions League shows that the team can raise its game on the big stage.
Although Dembelé’s physical condition is not encouraging, this team has the talent to come out on top and take the victory.
Atalanta, on the other hand, is experiencing a start full of doubts. Ivan Jurić’s men have failed to win in their last five official matches, accumulating draws and defeats that reflect a lack of conviction and vulnerability at the back.
In the Champions League, they have also performed below expectations, with a painful elimination against Bruges in their last continental outing. Against this backdrop, the visit to Paris looks like an uphill challenge.
The most recent encounter between the two teams also favors the French, who defeated the Italians 2-1 in Bergamo.
Everything points to PSG dominating from the start, backed by their star-studded squad and the support of their fans. The key will be Atalanta’s ability to resist and surprise in transitions, although the balance clearly favors the home team.
PSG vs. Atalanta Betting Pick: PSG
Liga dos Campeões - 1ª rodada: Liverpool vs. Atlético Madrid
Quando? | Wednesday, September 17, at 3:00 PM ET, 2:00 PM CST, 1:00 PM MT, and noon PT |
Onde? | Anfield |
Onde posso assistir? | ESPN, Paramount+ e ViX |
Arne Slot’s side arrive on the back of a perfect start to the Premier League season, with a squad bolstered by the likes of Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak, in addition to the core led by Salah. Slot’s style, with intense pressure and offensive mobility, promises a high-paced game as they seek revenge for their 2020 elimination at the hands of Los Colchoneros.
Atlético, meanwhile, is not enjoying its best start. With just five points from four LaLiga games, doubts surround Diego Simeone’s team. The absence of key players such as Giménez and Baena further limits their options, although the essence of the Rojiblancos remains intact: defensive solidity, tactical discipline, and counterattacking. Players such as Julián Álvarez, Griezmann, and even Thiago Almada could be decisive in exploiting the spaces left by Liverpool as they push forward.
The script anticipates a tactical clash: territorial dominance by the Reds against a defensive Atlético that is dangerous on the counterattack.
The strength of Anfield and the current form of the home side seem to tip the balance in favor of the English, although Atlético’s resilience and ability to compete ensure a close and tense match until the end.
Liverpool vs. Atlético Madrid Betting Pick: Liverpool