UEFA has unveiled the official calendar for the new Champions League 2024/2025 season, revealing Bologna’s exciting path in Europe’s premier club competition. The Italian side’s campaign kicks off with a home fixture against Ukrainian powerhouse Shakhtar Donetsk, setting the stage for a thrilling European adventure.
Bologna’s Champions League schedule is as follows:
1st Matchday: Wednesday, September 18, 2024, 18:45 – Bologna vs Shakhtar Donetsk
2nd Matchday: Wednesday, October 2, 2024, 21:00 – Liverpool vs Bologna
3rd Matchday: Tuesday, October 22, 2024, 21:00 – Aston Villa vs Bologna
4th Matchday: Tuesday, November 5, 2024, 21:00 – Bologna vs Monaco
5th Matchday: Wednesday, November 27, 2024, 21:00 – Bologna vs Lille
6th Matchday: Wednesday, December 11, 2024, 21:00 – Benfica vs Bologna
7th Matchday: Tuesday, January 21, 2025, 21:00 – Bologna vs Borussia Dortmund
8th Matchday: Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 21:00 – Sporting Lisbon vs Bologna
After their home opener against Shakhtar, Bologna faces a challenging away trip to Liverpool, followed by another English test at Aston Villa. The Italian side then enjoys two consecutive home matches against French clubs Monaco and Lille.
The latter part of their group stage sees Bologna traveling to Portugal to face Benfica, before hosting German giants Borussia Dortmund. The campaign concludes with an away fixture against Sporting Lisbon, potentially a crucial match in determining Bologna’s fate in the competition.
This diverse and challenging schedule pits Bologna against some of Europe’s most storied clubs, providing an excellent opportunity for the team to showcase their abilities on the continental stage. From the passionate atmosphere of Anfield to the technical challenges posed by teams like Shakhtar and Dortmund, Bologna’s Champions League journey promises to be an unforgettable experience for players and fans alike.
