Adidas introduced new match balls for the 2026-2027 UEFA Champions League and Women's Champions League. Both UEFA.com and OneFootball covered the new details.
Meanwhile, ESPN asked if this is the final season for the iconic star ball. Top teams are currently preparing now. FC Bayern evaluated potential opponents for the upcoming round. USA Today shared the draw timing info.
In recent action, Viking FK defeated Dinamo Zagreb 3-1 on August 26, 2026. Lyon suffered a defeat in their match and were eliminated. Yahoo Sports noted this outcome could help a Fofana move to Roma.