With Barcelona – PSG as the highlight: this is what October 1 has in store

The Champions League night of October 1 promises fireworks. Once again, a mix of heavyweight clashes, surprising newcomers, and some absolute top games. Here are the predictions.

Qarabag – Kopenhagen on 01/10 at 18:45

Most likely to win: Copenhagen

In Baku, Qarabag hosts the Danish champion. Copenhagen has the necessary CL experience and therefore starts as the favorite, although Qarabag often outperforms itself at home.

Union – Newcastle on 01/10 at 18:45

Most likely to win: Newcastle

A duel between the Belgian revelation and the English powerhouse. Union can count on a roaring home crowd, but the financial and sporting strength of Newcastle makes the English side the favorite.

Arsenal – Olympiakos on 01/10 at 21:00

Most likely to win: Arsenal

Arsenal faces a familiar opponent at home: Olympiakos. The Greeks have often caused surprises in London in the past, but this Arsenal looks too strong.

Monaco – Manchester City on 01/10 at 21:00

Most likely to win: Manchester City

Haaland and co. head to the French Riviera. Monaco boasts plenty of young talent, but against Pep Guardiola’s star ensemble, the Monegasques are clear underdogs.

Bayer Leverkusen – PSV on 01/10 at 21:00

Most likely to win: Bayer Leverkusen

A clash between the German vice-champion and the Dutch champion. Leverkusen has home advantage and the deeper squad, making them the favorites.

Borussia Dortmund – Athletic Bilboa on 01/10 at 21:00

Most likely to win: Borussia Dortmund

Signal Iduna Park is always a fortress, and Bilbao will feel it. The Germans have the experience and quality to take this game.

FC Barcelona – Paris Saint-Germain on 01/10 at 21:00

Most likely to win: Barcelona

Een absolute kraker in Camp Nou. PSG is altijd gevaarlijk, maar Barcelona is in eigen huis torenhoog favoriet en wil bevestigen dat het weer tot de Europese top behoort.

Napoli – Sporting CP on 01/10 at 21:00

Most likely to win: Napoli

Kevin De Bruyne and Napoli host Sporting and Zeno Debast. Sporting will have their moments, but Napoli remains the outright favorite.

Villareal – Juventus on 01/10 at 21:00

Most likely to win: Villarreal

The evening concludes in Spain with Villarreal – Juventus. The Spaniards are tough and strong at home. At Estadio de la Cerámica, Villarreal is the favorite.