Posts

Showing posts from August, 2024

The New UEFA Champions League Format: What to Expect in 2024-25

Image
  UCL 2024-25 The UEFA Champions League has long been the pinnacle of European club football, where the continent’s elite battle for supremacy in a competition that captures the imagination of fans worldwide. Starting from the 2024-25 season, this prestigious tournament is undergoing a significant transformation. UEFA has introduced a new format designed to enhance the competition, increase the number of high-profile matches, and offer more opportunities for teams from different leagues to compete at the highest level. Here’s an in-depth look at what the new format entails and what it means for the future of the Champions League. The expansion from 32 to 36 teams opens up the competition to more clubs across Europe, ensuring wider representation in the tournament. The four additional slots will be allocated based on several criteria: One slot  will be given to the club ranked third in the association’s league placed fifth in the UEFA rankings ie French Ligue1 currently with Lille quali