The anticipation is building. As summer draws to a close, a key date for Europe’s elite football clubs approaches: the Champions League group stage draw. Following the successful debut of a new format last season, all eyes are on this year’s event. Here’s everything you need to know.

French clubs in the spotlight

This season, three French clubs will be vying for glory in the Champions League. **Paris Saint-Germain** returns as the reigning champions after an extraordinary campaign. Joining them are **Olympique de Marseille** and **AS Monaco**, who secured their spots by finishing on the Ligue 1 podium last season.

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Seedings for French clubs

As expected, **PSG** finds itself in Pot 1 alongside Europe’s heavyweights: Manchester City, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Liverpool, FC Barcelona, Inter Milan, Chelsea, and Borussia Dortmund. **Marseille** is placed in Pot 3, facing potential clashes with formidable teams like PSV Eindhoven, Ajax Amsterdam, Napoli, and Sporting. Meanwhile, **Monaco** lands in Pot 4.

How to watch the Champions League draw

Fans can catch the excitement on **Canal+**, the official broadcaster of the Champions League, as well as on **La Chaîne L’Equipe**. The event kicks off this Thursday at 6 PM.