The 2025-26 UEFA Champions League Opening Match between Tottenham Hotspur vs Villarreal will be scheduled on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 20:00 BST at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. After winning the 13th September Premier League match over West Ham United by 3-0, Tottenham will be looking for its first victory in the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League.
Tottenham welcome Villarreal to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, in their opening match of the league phase. It’s a historic moment for both clubs — this will be the first time Tottenham and Villarreal have faced each other in a competitive fixture.
Spurs qualified for Europe’s premier competition by winning the 2025 Europa League last season, ending a 17-year trophy drought. Villarreal, meanwhile, finished fifth in La Liga to secure their return to the Champions League after a two-year absence.
Tottenham have made a strong start to the Premier League season under new manager Thomas Frank, sitting third in the table after three wins in four matches. Their latest performance was a commanding 3-0 victory over West Ham, featuring goals from Pape Matar Sarr, Lucas Bergvall, and Micky van de Ven.
Villarreal have had a mixed start to their La Liga campaign, winning their opening two matches before drawing with Celta Vigo and suffering a 2-0 defeat to Atlético Madrid on Saturday.
2025 UEFA Champions League opening match: Tottenham Hotspur vs Villarreal
Table of Contents
| Date | Teams | Predicted Score | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 16, 2025 20:00 BST | Tottenham Hotspur vs Villarreal | 2-1 | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, capacity- 62,850 |
Tottenham Hotspur vs Villarreal 2025-26 UEFA Champions League Starting XI
- Tottenham Hotspur Possible Starting XI Prediction (4-3-3):
- GK: Guglielmo Vicario
- Defenders: Pedro Porro, Cristian Romero, Kevin Danso, Destiny Udogie
- Midfield: João Palhinha, Rodrigo Bentancur, Pape Matar Sarr
- Attackers: Brennan Johnson, Dominic Solanke, Richarlison
- Villarreal Possible Starting XI Prediction (4-2-3-1):
- GK: Luiz Júnior
- Defenders: Juan Foyth, Rafa Marín, Renato Veiga, Sergi Cardona
- Midfield: Pape Gueye, Santi Comesaña
- Attacking Mid/Forwards: Nicolas Pépé, Dani Parejo, Tajon Buchanan
- Striker: Alberto Moleiro
Tottenham Hotspur vs Villarreal Match Information
Key Players to Watch:
- For Tottenham: Dominic Solanke leads the attack as their marquee summer signing, while Mohammed Kudus brings pace and creativity, having joined from West Ham. João Palhinha provides experience and steel in midfield.
- For Villarreal: Nicolas Pépé has started the season brilliantly with 2 goals and 1 assist in 3 matches and will relish facing his former north London rivals. Tajon Buchanan has been in excellent form with 3 goals, while Dani Parejo captains the side with his experience.
Match Prediction
This historic first meeting between the clubs promises to be an engaging encounter. Tottenham’s strong home form and their momentum from Europa League success give them the edge, but Villarreal’s European pedigree and individual quality, particularly from Pépé, make them dangerous opponents.
Expect an entertaining match with goals from both sides, but Tottenham’s home advantage and superior current form should see them edge it 2-1.
- Match Score: Tottenham Hotspur 2–1 Villarreal
Head-to-Head & Tactical Analysis
This will be the first competitive meeting between Tottenham and Villarreal, making Tuesday’s fixture a historic encounter. The only previous meeting between the clubs was a friendly match in 2010, which Villarreal won 4-1. However, with completely different squads and contexts, this result has no bearing on the upcoming Champions League clash.
Villarreal have never beaten English opposition in the Champions League and will face a stern test against a Tottenham side that has shown resilience and quality in their Europa League triumph. The Yellow Submarine have struggled historically against English teams, particularly away from home.
| Team | Matches Played | Wins | Draws | Losses | Total Goals Scored | Total Goals Conceded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tottenham Hotspur | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Villarreal | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
Tactical Insights
- Tottenham’s European pedigree: Spurs’ Europa League triumph last season demonstrates their ability to handle pressure in knockout European competition.
- Villarreal’s Champions League experience: The Spanish side reached the semi-finals in 2021-22 and has valuable European experience, though they’ve been away from the competition for two years.
Last 5 Match Performance
| Team | Form (Last 5 Games) | Wins | Draws | Losses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tottenham Hotspur | W-W-W-L-W | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| Villarreal | L-W-W-D-W | 3 | 1 | 1 |
How to watch the Tottenham Hotspur vs Villarreal Champions League match, and Live Score?
The 2025-26 UEFA Champions League Tottenham Hotspur vs Villarreal will be broadcast live in the UK on Amazon Prime Video as their exclusive Tuesday night Champions League fixture. This match is available to all Amazon Prime members at no additional cost.
Fans around the world can follow the action through official broadcasters in their respective regions. You can follow the match coverage on the official site of UEFA or Amazon Prime Video.
The kick-off is set for 16 September 2025. In the UK, it will be at 8:00 pm BST, and in Spain, about 9:00 pm CEST. For viewers in the US, this typically translates to 3:00 pm ET and 12:00 pm PT. In India, the match will kick off at 12:30 am IST on Wednesday, September 17.
| Country | TV Channel | Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| USA | CBS Sports | Paramount+, CBS Sports App |
| Canada | — | DAZN |
| UK | Amazon Prime Video | Amazon Prime Video |
| Australia | — | Stan Sport |
| India | Sony TEN 2 | Sony LIV, JioTV |
