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Liverpool cannot play Real Madrid at Anfield due to new UEFA rule

UEFA's new rule for this season stops teams playing the same home league phase fixture three seasons running. Liverpool have hosted Real Madrid at Anfield in the Champions League for the last two seasons, winning both games. The same rule also means Inter Milan will not host Arsenal in the draw on Thursday.

By BriefTea Editorial · 26 August 2026 at 16:07

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