Publication date: 14 Jul 2025
The Men’s Euro Hockey League is one of the continent’s premier competitions, attracting fans and hockey professionals from around the world. It brings together the best clubs in Europe. Besides, it is the arena for the most spectacular games. This is where the strongest teams compete and demonstrate the highest standards of play.
2025-26 Men’s Euro Hockey League
The 2025/26 season of the men’s European Champions Hockey League will start in the fall of 2025, or more precisely on October 9, 2025. Tournament will traditionally bring together the strongest clubs from all over the continent and will last until the spring of 2026. The final stage will be held approximately in March-April.
Participants and favorites
The tournament will be attended by 24 clubs from 11 European countries. Among them are representatives of the leading hockey leagues: Sweden, Finland, Germany, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Austria. Teams from Great Britain, France, Norway, Poland and Denmark will also participate in the competition.
Among the main favorites of the season are ZSC Lions from Zurich, who won the trophy last season. It is also worth paying attention to the Swedish Frölunda, which holds the record for the number of victories in the tournament. They may face competition from teams such as Eisbären Berlin, KalPa Kuopio and Luleå Hockey.
The tournament will begin with a group stage, after which the strongest clubs will advance to the playoffs. The final stage will again be held in the Final Eight format. A detailed schedule of matches and the draw will be published closer to the start of the competition.
History of the Men’s Euro Hockey League
The Men’s Euro Hоckey League was founded in 2008. Furthermore, it has quickly carved out a niche for itself among the leading hockey tournaments. The league has become a meeting place for the best European teams. It gives them the opportunity not only to compete for the prestigious title, but also to demonstrate a high level of play. Over the years, the league has grown and attracted the attention of more and more countries and clubs. Moreover, it has become a major event in the European hockey calendar.
League results of the last 3 years
| Year | Venue | Winning teams |
| 2024-25 | England, Netherlands | 1st place – Gantoise (Belgium)
2nd place – Bloemendaal (Netherlands) 3rd place – Rotterdam (England) |
| 2023-24 | Spain, Netherlands | 1st place – Pinoke (Netherlands)
2nd place – Kampong (Netherlands) 3rd place – OGHC (England) |
| 2022-23 | Germany, Netherlands | 1st place – Bloemendaal (Netherlands)
2nd place – Rot-Weiss Koln (Germany) 3rd place – Racing (Belgium) |
2026-27 Men’s Euro Hockey League
The next season of the Men’s Euro Hоckey League is scheduled for 2026-27. The league will continue to expand its horizons, attracting new teams and countries. In addition, it will remain Europe’s premier hockey arena. As interest in the league grows, next season promises to be even more exciting, with more colourful games and unpredictable results.
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