The knockout stage of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League is on the horizon, featuring 24 teams vying for the title of Europe’s top club. The bracket will be accessible starting February 27. You can participate in the 2026 Champions League bracket pools at CBSSports.com or through the CBS Sports app.
Much like an NCAA Tournament bracket pool, participants will select which teams advance at each round, scoring points for correct picks. Create custom brackets for competition with friends and family, and consider entering your picks into the CBS Sports UCL Bracket Challenge for a chance to win a trip to London that includes match tickets and a behind-the-scenes tour of the UCL Today set.
For a free option that allows big prize opportunities, check out the Bracket Games on the CBS Sports App.
Steps to Create Your Pool
To set up a pool, you can join the CBS Sports Champions League Bracket Challenge for the chance to win a London trip. Simply follow this link, select ‘Join Now’, and complete your bracket ahead of the Round of 16 matches.
Registering for the CBS Sports UEFA Champions League Bracket Game also allows you to establish personal UCL pools on CBSSports.com and the CBS Sports app. Just hover over the Fantasy tab on the site and click the CBS Sports UCL Bracket Games logo. Once logged in, click ‘Create Pool’, finalize your pool settings, and share the link with friends.
Key Teams to Watch
As we move toward the knockout phase, some teams to keep an eye on are:
- Arsenal FC: Leading the English Premier League, they excelled in the league phase with an impressive 23-4 goal differential.
- Bayern Munich: With Harry Kane scoring major goals this season, they take on the role of No. 2 seed after an outstanding league phase showing.
To get started with the 2026 UCL Bracket Games, visit CBSSports.com/UCLBracket.
No purchase necessary. Details can be found in the rules.
