By Oisin Doherty

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The Champions League returns with a bang as Athletic Club host Arsenal in what promises to be a pulsating opener.

Bilbao are making just their second ever appearance in the Champions League, with their first appearance coming over a decade ago.

Arsenal had a great run to the Champions League last season, reaching the semi-final where they were beaten by eventual winners PSG.

With a splurge on new signings in the summer, can the Gunners go one better this term?

Here’s what you need to know about the game:

Where is the game being played?

It’s at San Mamés in Bilbao, Athletic Club’s fortress. The stadium holds over 53,000 fans and the home crowd will be hungry to roar their side on.

What time is kick-off?

The match kicks off at 5.45pm BST (UK time) on Tuesday, 16 September 2025. For those on the continent, it’ll be 6.45pm in Spain.

Is the game on TV and can I stream it?

You’ll catch it live on TNT Sports 1, with streaming via Discovery+

Betting odds

Arsenal – 3 / 4

Draw – 5 / 2

Athletic Club – 16 / 5