2024/25 UEFA Champions League: New Format Unveiled, Key Fixtures and Complete Breakdown

The 2024/25 UEFA Champions League season introduces a new format with 36 teams in a single league. Each squad faces eight different teams, earning three points for a win and one for a draw. The top eight advance to the knockout stages, while teams ranked 9th to 24th enter play-offs for the remaining spots. The bottom 12 are eliminated. Notable fixtures include Arsenal, Aston Villa, and Celtic's key matches.