"I won it so young, and I didn't expect to win it so early into my career, but I hope to win it again. That was the most special night. Captaining Chelsea was always something I dreamt of, especially in the Champions League. Having been here a while now, and seeing the change and how we've had to adapt, we're in a good position."
"The Blues are back among Europe's elite after two seasons away from the competition, during which they won the Conference League and the Club World Cup. Chelsea face Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena, where they won their maiden Champions League title in 2012, in the first match of the 2025-26 league phase on Wednesday. Enzo Maresca's side will also take on LaLiga champions Barcelona, Serie A champions Napoli, and Atalanta as they attempt to forge a path to the knockout rounds."
Reece James described Chelsea's 2021 Champions League victory as his most special night and said he hopes to lift the trophy again as captain. Chelsea return to the Champions League after two seasons away, having won the Conference League and Club World Cup in the interim. The Blues open their 2025–26 group stage campaign away to Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena, and will also face Barcelona, Napoli and Atalanta. James has 30 Champions League appearances with three goals and two assists. He praised the squad's adaptation, cited a strong finish to last season, and emphasized belief and unity as keys to progress.
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