The Champions League 2026/27 starts on this Tuesday, with the main stars of world football on the pitch, but also serving as a showcase for a new generation. The Spanish newspaper "Marca" has pointed out ten young players with potential to gain prominence and increase their value during the competition.
Nico Paz, a 22-year-old Argentine midfielder, is one of the most consolidated players in the group. He has already played for Real Madrid and has experience in the Champions League, having made three appearances for the club in the 2023/24 campaign and scoring against Napoli.
Johan Manzambi, a 20-year-old Swiss midfielder, has gained significant status in recent months after his impressive performance in the World Cup, where he scored three goals and provided two assists. He has also been signed by Aston Villa for the 2026/27 season.
Konstantinos Karetsas, an 18-year-old Greek midfielder, has already made a name for himself in the Europa League, scoring two goals and providing four assists, and has also been called up to the Greek national team.
Lennart Karl, a 19-year-old German midfielder, has already made a significant impact in the Champions League, scoring goals for Bayern Munich in the competition.
The Champions League 2026/27 will feature 36 clubs in the group stage, with each team playing eight matches against different opponents. The top eight teams will advance directly to the quarterfinals, while the teams between 9th and 24th place will compete in the playoffs.