Liverpool Drawn Against Real Madrid in Expanded Champions League Format

Liverpool will face Real Madrid in the revamped 36-team Champions League. The new format includes eight fixtures during the 'league phase,' replacing the traditional group stage. Manchester City will meet Paris St Germain and Borussia Dortmund will re-match with Real Madrid. Dates will be announced Saturday.

Liverpool have been drawn against Real Madrid in the newly expanded 36-team Champions League format, marking a highly anticipated return to the competition.

The revamped tournament features eight fixtures during the 'league phase,' a significant change from the traditional group stages. Also noteworthy are matchups like Manchester City against Paris St Germain and a rematch of last year's final between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid.

The draw, held in Monaco, featured football legends Cristiano Ronaldo and Gianluigi Buffon as special guests. Fixture dates and times will be revealed on Saturday.

(With inputs from agencies.)