UCL: Champions league draw takes centre stage tonight

With all rounds of play offs done and dusted, the stage is now set for the long awaited UCL group stage draw, and we really can’t wait to have a front row seat when the draw begins later today in the Turkish capital, Istanbul.

However, we’ve decided to do a quick run through of what you might not know about this year’s Champions league draw;

• The trio of Rangers, Copenhagen and Dinamo Zagreb are back in the group stage.

• Portuguese giant, Benfica also qualified via play offs.

• English sides Chelsea, City, Liverpool and Spurs are all expected to go far this year having made statement signings all round.

• As on display last year, it is expected that the away goal rule will not be in use this season once again.

• The prestigious awards for UEFA Men’s coach of the year and Men’s player of the year will also be announced at the draw later tonight.