2024-25 Champions League: Everything We Know About the New Format
When is the 2024-25 Champions League draw?
The 2024-25 UEFA Champions League league phase draw will take place from 18:00 CET on June 18, 2024.
When is the 2024-25 Champions League final?
The 2024-25 UEFA Champions League final will take place at Munich's Fußball Arena München on May 31, 2025.
What is the new format of the Champions League?
The 2024-25 Champions League will see a major format change, with the introduction of a new "Swiss model" league phase. This will replace the traditional group stage, with all 32 teams in the league phase playing each other twice, home and away.
The top eight teams in the league phase will advance to the knockout stage, which will remain the same format as in previous seasons.
Why is the Champions League changing format?
UEFA has stated that the new format is designed to make the Champions League more competitive and unpredictable, and to give more teams a chance to qualify for the knockout stage.
What are the pros and cons of the new Champions League format?
Pros:
- More competitive and unpredictable
- Gives more teams a chance to qualify for the knockout stage
- More matches between top teams
Cons:
- Less variety in the group stage
- Potential for more lopsided matches
- More difficult for teams to qualify for the knockout stage
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