The UEFA Champions League, formerly known as the European Cup, was first held in the 1955–56 season. That year, just 16 teams took part, with Real Madrid defeating French side Stade de Reims in ...

MORE: UEFA Champions League hub — Format, schedule, more Their first several triumphs were from a small field but Real’s run the latter part of the last decade is even more impressive with an expanded ...

The 2025/26 UEFA Champions League league phase qualifiers as it stands. Last year, with UEFA Europa League winners Atalanta having already earned a 2024/25 UEFA Champions League slot, it was ...

So instead, here are some fun facts about the Champions League and its many winners that might be a little easier ...

The UEFA Champions ... the league phase will bring a totally different look to the tournament. Their first several triumphs were from a small field but Real's run the latter part of the last ...