The Grimaldi Forum is set to become the epicentre of European football at the end of August, as it once again plays host to the draws for the UEFA Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League. The prestigious event, which has been rooted in Monaco tradition since 1998, will take place on Thursday, August 28 and Friday, August 29, officially kicking off the 2025-2026 men’s club competition season.
The Champions League draw is scheduled for 18:00 on the August 28, with the Europa and Conference League draws following at 13:00 the next day. These ceremonies will determine the paths of clubs across Europe as they embark on the new campaign under the league phase format introduced last season. Among the teams waiting anxiously for their fate are AS Monaco and OGC Nice, both eager to make their mark on the continental stage.
Beyond the suspense of the draw itself, the event is renowned for its red-carpet glamour, attracting legends of the game and current football icons. Last year, Cristiano Ronaldo and Gianluigi Buffon stole the spotlight as they were honoured for their illustrious careers.
While UEFA has yet to reveal which stars will grace this year’s ceremony, one thing is certain: Monaco will once again blend football’s competitive drama with its signature touch of elegance.
