Champions League draw: new format reveals 2024-25 fixtures – live reaction
UEFA Champions League draw: new format revealed
UEFA has revealed the new format for the Champions League, which will come into effect from the 2024-25 season. The most significant change is the introduction of a 36-team league stage, which will replace the current 32-team format.
The new format will see each team play 10 matches in the league stage, rather than the current six. The top eight teams from the league stage will qualify automatically for the knockout stages, with the remaining eight teams playing in a play-off round to determine the other four quarter-finalists.
Reaction to the new format
The new format has been met with mixed reactions from fans and pundits alike. Some have welcomed the changes, arguing that it will make the Champions League more competitive and exciting. Others have expressed concerns about the increased number of matches, which could lead to player fatigue and a reduction in the quality of play.
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin has defended the new format, saying that it will "make the Champions League more inclusive and competitive". He has also argued that the increased number of matches will not lead to player fatigue, as the vast majority of teams will still only play 13 matches in the competition.
The new Champions League format is set to be implemented from the 2024-25 season. It will be interesting to see how the changes affect the competition and whether it can live up to the hype.
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