Champions League 2024-25: New Format Explained! #football #champions_league #football_fans

why do 36 teams now battle in the Champions League starting in the 2024 to 25 season the champions league is expanding from 32 to 36 teams instead of the old group stage format we'll move to a Swiss model League table each team will play eight matches against different opponents mixing things up for fans and players alike so what's new The Knockout stage will now use a ranked bracket system higher League positions mean a smoother path to the final this adds more excitement and makes every match count the new format also gives more clubs a shot based on their European performance this makes the competition more inclusive and competitive get ready for more high stakes matches and a tournament that truly reflects the best of European football stay tuned because the champions league is about to change the game why do 36 teams now battle in the Champions League starting in the 2024 to 25 season the champions league is expanding from 32 to 36 teams instead of the old group