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When will Arsenal know their league phase opponents in the Champions League?

Originally posted on Just Arsenal | By Admin Martin | Last updated Jun 7, 2025 3:30 PM ET

Arsenal have now secured qualification for the Champions League in three successive seasons, marking an impressive turnaround after several years away from Europe’s elite competition. Their return in the 2023 to 2024 season saw them reach the quarter-final stage, a strong statement that they belonged among the best on the continent.

Progress Continues Under Mikel Arteta

In the following campaign, the Gunners went even further, adapting well to the competition’s new format. Mikel Arteta’s side advanced to the semi-final before being eliminated by the eventual winners, PSG. That performance confirmed their continued rise and growing experience in Europe. Arteta has consistently demonstrated an ability to learn from past setbacks, and fans now have genuine hopes that the team can reach the final when the competition resumes next term.

Reaching the latter stages of the Champions League has become a realistic expectation for Arsenal, who are now considered one of the continent’s top clubs. Their recent progress highlights both tactical maturity and squad development, and supporters will be looking for another deep run in the upcoming campaign.

Arsenal Placed in Pot 2 Ahead of Group Stage Draw

As cited by Arsenal Media, the Gunners have been placed in pot 2 for the group stage draw, a position determined by their UEFA coefficient. This placement affects the calibre of teams they will face in the opening phase of the tournament.

The same report confirms that the draw will be conducted on August 28th, giving teams several weeks to prepare before the competition begins on September 16th. With steady improvement across recent campaigns and growing consistency on the European stage, Arsenal are well-positioned to deliver another strong showing.

The club’s long-term project under Arteta continues to show promise, and reaching the final of the Champions League will be the next logical step in their progress.

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