UEFA Champions League 2024: New Format Unveiled With Dramatic Changes And Boosted Excitement | Sports Live

The UEFA Champions League 2024 introduces a revamped format with significant changes. The tournament now features 36 teams, up from the previous 32, divided into four pots based on rankings. Teams will play eight matches instead of six, facing two teams from each of the other three pots. For instance, Manchester City in Pot One will play against two teams from each pot and four home and four away matches. The bottom eight teams after the group stage will be eliminated from European competitions. The format includes a Round of 16, followed by quarter-finals, semi-finals, and finals. This expanded format aims to increase excitement but may lead to player fatigue due to the higher number of matches.