The road to the semifinals in the UEFA Champions League is now locked in, with the elite narrowing the race toward Budapest. Bayern Munich and Arsenal remain firmly in the spotlight as the knockout bracket reaches its decisive stage.
According to the official schedule, the semifinal first legs will be played on April 28–29, 2026, with the return legs set for May 5–6. With the bracket now defined, attention shifts to potential matchups and the exact moment each giant will play.
Bayern Munich knocked out Real Madrid with a dramatic win in Germany, while Arsenal eliminated Sporting CP to book their place in the semifinals, with both clubs now just one step away from a Champions League final appearance.
Who are Bayern playing next in the UCL semifinals?
Bayern Munich will face Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League semifinals on Tuesday, April 28 at 4:00 PM ET in the first leg, with the return leg set for Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET.
Bayern Munich players at the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Quarter-Final Second Leg match.
Who are Arsenal playing next in the UCL semifinals?
Arsenal will play Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Champions League semifinals on Wednesday, April 29 at 4:00 PM ET, in the first leg, with the second leg set for Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET, and a place in the Champions League final hanging in the balance.
