Champions League 2021: Where To Buy Kits, Ball And Merch For Every Fan 03/16/21 AT 7:51 AM Last year, the COVID-19 global pandemic greatly affected Champions League 2020-21, putting a sudden stop to all the thrilling action when the group stages came to a halt in December. But worry not, as two months after the early shutdown, the action was back on last February and the Champions League knockout phase got underway. However, the 36 teams aren't the only ones who should prepare for the competition against the continent’s crème de la crème, fans should also get ready to show their team pride.