Comprehensive Schedule of the European Champions League 2025
Discover the full schedule of the European Champions League for January 2025, including Matchday 7 and Matchday 8 fixtures. Explore detailed match timings, team lineups, and key information for exciting football action across Europe.

The Champions League is one of the most awaited football tournaments in the world, pitting the best clubs from across the continent against each other for this prestigious title. As the thrilling fixtures in January 2025 draw near, fans prepare themselves for a tough battle between the top clubs on Matchdays 7 and 8 of the League Phase. Now, let's delve into the details of the upcoming matches and what one can expect from this electrifying tournament.
Matchday 7: Tuesday, January 21, 2025
The hostilities kick off on Tuesday, January 21, in eight pulsating matches. A look at all of them:
Atalanta vs. Sturm Graz – 20:45
The attacking juggernaut Atalanta BC is pitted in an exciting encounter against SK Sturm Graz in a key battle. The attacking propensity of Atalanta-pleasing possession and clinically utilizing counterattacks-pits them against Sturm Graz, which has been built on the bedrock of grit and regimented defending.
Monaco vs. Aston Villa – 20:45
A tactical game between AS Monaco and Aston Villa FC. Monaco transitions vs. strong midfield of Aston Villa might be a perfect setup for an even match.
Slovan Bratislava vs. Stuttgart – 23:00
ŠK Slovan Bratislava vs VfB Stuttgart - Both teams have been evenly matched, and this has the making of a mouth-watering tie. While Bratislava will look to win with their compact backline, the Stuttgart attacking two could be a highly influential element in their match.
Club Brugge vs. Juventus – 23:00
This will be a fight in style as the experience and tactical discipline of Juventus go up against Club Brugge KV's youthful exuberance and speed.
Atlético de Madrid vs. Bayer Leverkusen – 23:00
Atlético de Madrid's organized rearguard goes up against the attacking energy of Bayer Leverkusen in a classic confrontation between defenders and attackers. The action might see tactical chess, as each of them seeks an upper hand over their opponent.
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Benfica vs. Barcelona – 23:00
SL Benfica hosts FC Barcelona in a classic European encounter. With home advantage to Benfica, Barcelona will want to win this with their flair for attack-this is going to be an action-packed game.
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Liverpool vs. Lille – 23:00
Liverpool FC goes against LOSC Lille in a match that might pit Liverpool's high press against Lille's compact defensive setup. The crowd at Anfield will no doubt be big.
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Bologna vs. Borussia Dortmund – 23:00
Bologna FC 1909 vs. Borussia Dortmund: Dortmund attacking juggernaut up against the guileful rearguard of the Emilian lot. That looks like an end-to-end thriller right there.
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Matchday 7: Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Second day into Matchday 7 brings us into back-to-back mouth-watering clashes:
RB Leipzig vs. Sporting CP – 20:45
An aggressive pressing game by RB Leipzig comes up against the technical brilliance of Sporting Clube de Portugal with much to play for across the two teams. This may well become a battle where the midfield prevails.
Shakhtar Donetsk vs. Stade Brestois – 20:45
FC Shakhtar Donetsk will look to use their deep attack against Stade Brestois 29, who have no choice but to employ a strong defensive strategy if they want a good result.
Real Madrid vs. Salzburg – 23:00
Real Madrid C.F. vs FC Salzburg, a match which the Spanish juggernaut is poised to boss all over. Despite having real energy in its approach, Madrid experience should give Salzburg some moments in the sun on the night. They will struggle and may fall badly.
Paris Saint-Germain vs Manchester City – 23:00
A star-studded encounter when two of the Champions League big guns meet. The two teams boast A-class talent, so their match could be more spectacular than any other.
Sparta Praha vs Inter Milan – 23:00
AC Sparta Praha receive FC Internazionale Milano in a game that could turn into a tale of one-team attack against the other's defence as the Inter attacking armada meets a well-marshalled Sparta rearguard.
Arsenal vs. GNK Dinamo – 23:00
Arsenal FC host GNK Dinamo in a tussle pitting Arsenal's offensive flair against the ultra-physical defending of the Croatians.
Celtic vs. Young Boys – 23:00
Celtic FC take on BSC Young Boys at home in Glasgow and will, spurred by their impassioned crowd, aim to cause a key upset.
Feyenoord vs. Bayern München – 23:00
Feyenoord go into a big match against FC Bayern München. Dominance of Bayern against tenacious resistance of Feyenoord will make the encounter quite entertaining to watch.
AC Milan vs. Girona – 23:00
AC Milan are matched against Girona FC, in what could prove to be tactical acumen against guile and counterattack-minded Girona.
Matchday 8: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Action returns on January 29 with Matchday 8, where teams go into combat for vital points in the League Phase:
Sporting CP vs. Bologna – 23:00
The home team welcomes Bologna in a match that is most likely to see both teams try to outmuscle each other in midfield. Sporting's technical superiority may prove to be the separating factor.
PSV Eindhoven vs. Liverpool – 23:00
Welcome Liverpool FC to PSV Eindhoven for what will be an eventless encounter between the two teams, as Liverpool's relentless press comes up against creative midfield play of PSV.
Young Boys vs. Crvena Zvezda – 23:00
BSC Young Boys take on FK Crvena Zvezda in a match which both teams have the opportunity to attack each other at the back.
Stuttgart vs. Paris Saint-Germain – 23:00
VfB Stuttgart host Paris Saint-Germain in a game which may be in for a showdown from the PSG attacking stars; this home advantage probably provides Stuttgart their outside hope in trying to get even into this tie.
Sturm Graz vs RB Leipzig– 23.00
SK Sturm Graz receives a visit from the structured RB Leipzig press; most likely out-muscle them right back in that backline and be into your attack transitions.
Manchester City vs. Club Brugge -23.00
Manchester City has Club Brugge KV, the latter surely is bound to a defeat because City has just so much depth in its squad and a better game tactic to outplay them.
Bayern München vs Slovan Bratislava – 23:00
FC Bayern München hosts ŠK Slovan Bratislava in a match that latter might just find too hot to handle since Bayern possesses just so much fire-power.
Inter Milan vs Monaco – 23:00
FC Internazionale Milano hosts AS Monaco in what might turn out to be a case of Monaco's counterattacking against Inter's disciplined defense.
Borussia Dortmund vs. Shakhtar Donetsk – 23:00
Borussia Dortmund hosts FC Shakhtar Donetsk in what looks like a match pitting attacking flair from Dortmund against an organized backline from Shakhtar.
Barcelona vs. Atalanta – 23:00
FC Barcelona host Atalanta BC in a go-for-broke game where the attacks of the opposing team are to be put into top gear.
Bayer Leverkusen vs. Sparta Praha – 23:00
Bayer 04 Leverkusen is hosting AC Sparta Praha, the winner of which would be dependent on the pace with which Leverkusen plays.
Juventus vs. Benfica – 23:00
Juventus hosts SL Benfica in a classic European encounter as both teams will look to dominate the ball and make the most of their chances.
GNK Dinamo vs. AC Milan – 23:00
GNK Dinamo hosts AC Milan in a match where Milan's tactical acumen might be too much to handle for Dinamo.
Salzburg vs. Atlético Madrid – 23:00
FC Salzburg hosts Atlético de Madrid in a match that might prove decisive by the solidity of the latter in defense.
Lille vs. Feyenoord – 23:00
LOSC Lille hosts Feyenoord in a match which Lille might leverage to their advantage given its home ground.
Aston Villa vs. Celtic – 23:00
Aston Villa FC hosts Celtic FC in a match where both teams will look forward to exploiting the defensive lapses of their opponents.
Girona vs. Arsenal – 23:00
Girona FC vs. Arsenal FC - This match can be one of those that will be decided by the attacking depth for Arsenal.
Stade Brestois vs. Real Madrid – 23:00
Stade Brestois 29 welcomes Real Madrid C.F. in a game that should be won based on Madrid quality.
Conclusion
The Champions League will return with a bang in January 2025, with blockbuster fixtures loaded with superstars and storylines. There will be tactical masterclasses, breathtaking goals, and moments of drama as Europe's elite go toe-to-toe for supremacy. Save the dates and watch out for the finest football action!