UEFA has unveiled its UEFA Champions League Team of the Week, featuring standout performers from Chelsea, Barcelona, Benfica, and several other European clubs following the conclusion of this week’s group-stage matches on Wednesday.

The selection highlights players who delivered exceptional individual performances for their respective teams as the group phase reached its decisive end.

Among the notable inclusions are Barcelona teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, Chelsea forward João Pedro, and Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin, all of whom played pivotal roles for their sides.

UEFA Champions League Team of the Week

Anatoliy Trubin (Benfica)
Bruno (Pafos)
Cristian Romero (Tottenham)
Dan Burn (Newcastle)
Federico Dimarco (Inter Milan)
Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
Malik Tillman (Bayer Leverkusen)
Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool)
Andreas Schjelderup (Benfica)
João Pedro (Chelsea)
Kasper Høgh (Bodø/Glimt)

The list reflects a blend of established stars and emerging talents, underlining the competitive depth and unpredictability of this season’s Champions League.

Opinion: A Team That Reflects the New Face of Europe

This week’s selection perfectly captures the evolving identity of European football. While proven names like Cristian Romero and Alexis Mac Allister bring experience and consistency, younger players such as Lamine Yamal and Andreas Schjelderup continue to announce themselves on the biggest stage.

Yamal’s inclusion is especially symbolic. At such a young age, he is already influencing Champions League games with confidence far beyond his years—proof that Europe’s elite stage is no longer reserved for veterans alone.

Chelsea and Benfica’s representation also shows how tactical discipline and individual brilliance can shine even amid intense competition. Meanwhile, the presence of players from clubs like Bodø/Glimt and Pafos reinforces the Champions League’s magic—where stars can emerge from anywhere.

As the competition moves into the knockout phase, performances like these remind fans why the Champions League remains football’s most captivating spectacle.