The quarter-finals of the 2026 UEFA Champions League were full of excitement, witnessing two major upsets with the early exits of giants Real Madrid and Barcelona.
Now, a new and decisive stage begins for the “Big Ears” competition: the semi-finals, featuring the four best teams that have managed to maintain their winning streaks from the start.
Results of the 2026 UEFA Champions League Quarter-Finals
Paris Saint-Germain qualified for the Champions League semi-finals after defeating Liverpool 2-0 on aggregate, ending a trophyless season for Arne Slott’s men.
Barcelona were eliminated after losing to Atlético Madrid 2-0 in the first leg and winning the second leg 2-1, resulting in a 3-2 aggregate defeat.
Arsenal secured their place in the semi-finals with a 1-0 victory over Sporting Lisbon in Portugal, followed by a goalless draw at the Emirates Stadium, marking their first-ever appearance in the semi-finals in two consecutive seasons.
Real Madrid, on the other hand, suffered a 2-1 defeat to Bayern Munich in the first leg and a 4-3 loss at the Allianz Arena in the second leg, exiting the competition at the quarter-final stage for the second year running.
Champions League 2026 Semi-Final Fixtures
Paris Saint-Germain will face Bayern Munich in a highly anticipated rematch of the 2020 final in Portugal.
The first leg will be played at the Parc des Princes on April 28th or 29th, with the return leg at the Allianz Arena on May 5th or 6th.
Meanwhile, a defensive clash is expected between Arsenal and Atlético Madrid.
The first leg will be played at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium between April 28 and 29, with the return leg at the Emirates Stadium on either May 5 or 6.
2026 UEFA Champions League Final Date
The Hungarian capital, Budapest, will host the UEFA Champions League final on May 30, 2026. Kick-off will be at 7:00 PM Mecca time at the Puskás Aréna.
