The group stage of the 2025–26 UEFA Champions League will reach its final chapter on Matchday 8, with most teams having their fate decided by the end. Barcelona host Copenhagen at the Camp Nou, aiming for a victory that would secure their spot directly in the Round of 16.
Barca comes off a 4–2 away victory over Slavia Prague, and their fate now hinges on whether they win, tie, or lose against Copenhagen in this crucial match. With 13 points and sitting in ninth place, nothing is decided yet.
The situation is somewhat different for the visiting side, as they are currently among the teams hoping for a miracle to reach the playoffs. The reality is that they must leave the Camp Nou with a victory if they want any chance of achieving that goal.
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Barcelona’s starting XI confirmed!
These are the players who will take the field for the home side: Joan Garcia, Kounde, Cubarsi, Martin, Balde, Eric, Fermin, Raphinha, Dani Olmo, Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski.
The Dutch midfielder is serving a one-match suspension due to yellow card accumulation, while the Spaniard is sidelined with a right biceps femoris muscle injury.
Referees appointed for the match
The referee appointed for this key matchup will be France’s Benoît Bastien. Meanwhile, VAR duties will be handled by Belgian official Bram Van Driessche.
Kickoff time, venue and how to watch!
This important match will kick off at 3 PM ET. It will take place at Spotify Camp Nou in Barcelona, which has a seating capacity of 99,354.
Barcelona and Copenhagen face each other in the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League
Welcome to a new LiveBlog on Bolavip. This time, we’ll be covering the minute-by-minute action of the Barcelona vs. Copenhagen match, a key clash for both teams’ aspirations. The game is part of Matchday 8 of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League!
Matias Persuh is a sports journalist and writer who began his career after graduating with a bachelor's degree in Sports Journalism in 2008. Over the years, he has covered numerous events, including local soccer games, and has conducted interviews with players and coaches. In addition to his writing, Matias has contributed as a columnist on various radio shows. Joining Bolavip US in July 2024 marked a significant step forward in his career, allowing him to continue developing his skills and delivering resonant news and reports to the audience.
