Story Summary
Game Day 1 of the Champions Hockey League is complete and Game Day 2 brings a second set of 12 matches spread across the first weekend of September. The opening six fixtures on Saturday begin at 16:00 CEST when Tappara Tampere meet Kölner Haie in Finland. Thirty minutes later, HC Pilsen face GKS Tychy, who meet their second Czech opponent of the season as they search for a win.
Dynamo Pardubice and Rögle Ängelholm meet at 17:00 CEST, having had opposite outcomes on Game Day 1. The round’s Spotlight Game sees Graz99ers face Bordeaux Boxers at 18:30 CEST.
The day’s final two matches both begin at 19:15 CEST in Austria: Red Bull Salzburg host Czech side Bílí Tygři Liberec, while KAC Klagenfurt entertain reigning Swiss champions Fribourg-Gottéron.
Fans can also enter the CHL Predictor for a chance to win a VIP trip for two to the CHL Final 2027 and follow live scores, goal notifications and statistics on the official CHL App.
Key Facts
- Game Day 2 is a second set of 12 Champions Hockey League matches spread across the first weekend of September.
- Six CHL games are scheduled for Saturday, beginning at 16:00 CEST.
- 16:00 CEST – Tappara Tampere vs Kölner Haie.
- 16:30 CEST – HC Pilsen vs GKS Tychy.
- 17:00 CEST – Dynamo Pardubice vs Rögle Ängelholm; the two teams had opposite fates on Game Day 1.
- 18:30 CEST – Graz99ers vs Bordeaux Boxers (Spotlight Game).
- 19:15 CEST – Red Bull Salzburg vs Bílí Tygři Liberec (in Austria).
- 19:15 CEST – KAC Klagenfurt vs Fribourg-Gottéron (in Austria).
- CHL Predictor is running, with a VIP trip for two to CHL Final 2027 as a prize.
- Live updates, instant goal notifications and real-time game statistics are available through the official CHL App.
IHM Discussion
Game Day 2 presents six fixtures across a five-hour Saturday window, with a steady run of cross-border match-ups. Tappara – Kölner opens the day, followed by HC Pilsen – GKS Tychy, while the two 19:15 CEST starts in Austria see Salzburg and Klagenfurt host Czech and Swiss opposition respectively.
Graz99ers v Bordeaux Boxers is the round’s designated Spotlight Game, giving neutral viewers a clear focal point in the evening. Dynamo Pardubice v Rögle Ängelholm also carries an early storyline after the sides recorded opposite outcomes on Game Day 1.
The CHL Predictor and official CHL App offer supporters ways to follow a busy slate, particularly with the simultaneous late kick-offs.
Why It Matters
Game Day 2 gives teams another opportunity to set an early tone after the opening slate, while supporters have six Saturday fixtures to follow. The Spotlight Game provides a clear viewing focal point during a busy schedule.
The CHL Predictor adds an extra reason to track results, while the official app provides live scores, goal notifications and statistics for supporters following the fixtures.
Mini Q&A
How many matches make up Game Day 2?
Game Day 2 comprises 12 Champions Hockey League matches across the first weekend of September, with six fixtures scheduled for Saturday.
When and where does the first Saturday game start?
The first Saturday game starts at 16:00 CEST: Tappara Tampere host Kölner Haie in Finland.
Which match is the Spotlight Game of the round?
The Spotlight Game is Graz99ers vs Bordeaux Boxers, scheduled for 18:30 CEST.
What Comes Next
How to follow the next steps: watch the six Saturday fixtures beginning with Tappara Tampere vs Kölner Haie at 16:00 CEST; tune to the Spotlight Game Graz99ers vs Bordeaux Boxers at 18:30 CEST; enter the CHL Predictor for a chance to win the VIP trip for two to CHL Final 2027; and follow live updates and real-time statistics through the official CHL App.
IHM Final View
Game Day 2 keeps the Champions Hockey League schedule moving with six Saturday fixtures. Graz99ers v Bordeaux Boxers is the designated Spotlight Game, while the CHL Predictor and official app offer supporters additional ways to follow the action.