The Champions League UEFA. League phase. Best English team continues with an electrifying showdown as Manchester City hosts on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 21:00 local time. The match takes place at Home Arena in Germany, where fans are already buzzing with anticipation. Referee Bastian Dankert will officiate the encounter. Weather conditions are expected to be Cool and dry, 12°C. Manchester City comes into this fixture with momentum, although the potential absence of Zimmermann could impact their lineup. On the other side, faces similar concerns with Schulz listed as doubtful. Historical encounters between these two sides have always been dramatic: 1 - 0 Manchester City (2022). 4 - 4 Manchester City (2023). 4 - 1 Manchester City (2024). 1 - 2 Manchester City (2023). 0 - 2 Manchester City (2025). Our prediction for this exciting clash: 3:1.