The UEFA Champions League 2025–26 season has reached its decisive stage, with all quarterfinal matches completed and four teams remaining in the race for the title.
After the elimination of Real Madrid and Barcelona, the competition is now wide open. The teams advancing to the semi-finals are Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, Atlético Madrid and Arsenal.
Atlético Madrid were the first to qualify after overcoming Barcelona across two legs, ending the Spanish side’s hopes of lifting the trophy for the first time since 2015.
Arsenal also progressed despite recent domestic setbacks. Mikel Arteta’s side delivered consistent performances over two legs to book their spot in the semi-finals.
Defending champions PSG continued their strong form by eliminating Liverpool with a convincing aggregate victory, maintaining their momentum at a crucial stage of the competition.
Bayern Munich completed the final four lineup after defeating Real Madrid over two legs, setting up a highly competitive semi-final stage.
With the quarterfinals now concluded, attention turns to the semi-finals, where the remaining teams will compete for a place in the final.
UEFA Champions League Semi-Final Schedule
Match
Teams
1st Leg (Date & Venue)
2nd Leg (Date & Venue)
Time
Semi-final 1
PSG vs Bayern Munich
April 28 – Parc des Princes
May 6 – Allianz Arena
3:00 p.m.
Semi-final 2
Atlético Madrid vs Arsenal
April 29 – Wanda Metropolitano
May 5 – Emirates Stadium
3:00 p.m.
The final of the competition is set for May 30 at Puskás Aréna.
Both semifinal ties will follow a two-leg format, with the aggregate score determining the winner. The away goals rule will not be applied, and matches will go to extra time and penalties if required.
