UEFA Champions League 2025/26: Barcelona vs Copenhagen Preview, Prediction, TV channels & Predicted Lineup

Barcelona hosts Copenhagen in a high-stakes Champions League finale. Sitting 9th, the Catalans must win to break into the top eight, while 26th-placed Copenhagen battles for a knockout playoff spot.

Match Facts

Barcelona is currently 9th with 13 points, just outside the automatic Round of 16 spots. Copenhagen is 26th with 8 points, needing a result to stay in the competition.

The Blaugrana are on a massive winning streak at home, recently highlighted by a 3-0 victory over Real Oviedo in La Liga.

The "Lions" have shown grit, recently holding Napoli to a 1-1 draw and defeating Villarreal away (3-2).

Hansi Flick’s side is missing key stars Pedri, Gavi, and Andreas Christensen, while Frenkie de Jong is sidelined due to suspension.

Predicted Lineup

Barcelona (4-2-3-1): Joan Garcia; Kounde, Cubarsi, Gerard Martin, Balde; Eric Garcia, Casado; Yamal, Fermin Lopez, Raphinha; Lewandowski.

Copenhagen (4-4-2): Kotarski; Meling, Gabriel Pereira, Suzuki, Lopez; Elyounoussi, Madsen, Claesson, Achouri; Cornelius, Dadason.

Prediction of AI

Barcelona enters as overwhelming favorites (91% win probability according to bookmakers). While Copenhagen has proven difficult to break down recently, the attacking firepower of Robert 

Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal at the Spotify Camp Nou should be too much for the Danish defense. 

Score Prediction: Barcelona 3 - 0 Copenhagen.

Kick Off Time?

Competition: UEFA Champions League (League Phase - Matchday 8)

Kick-off (GMT): 20:00, Wednesday 28 January 2026

Stadium, location: Spotify Camp Nou, Barcelona, Spain

How to Watch in the UK and US?

In the UK: The match is available to stream live via the discovery+ website and app (home of TNT Sports).

In the US: Broadcast in English on Paramount+ and CBS Sports Golazo Network; Spanish language coverage on DAZN and ViX.

TV Channel and Live Stream: You can also follow Xscore808 live updates for other countries.