Starting in the 2027-28 season, UEFA will introduce a new Champions League format featuring a standalone Tuesday night opener hosted by the reigning champions, with remaining matches spread across Wednesday and Thursday to boost visibility.
European football chiefs have introduced a new format for the men’s Champions League, starting in 2027-28, that will see the competition begin with a standalone Tuesday night match at the home of the reigning champions.
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European football chiefs have introduced a new format for the men’s Champions League, starting in 2027-28, that will see the competition begin with a standalone Tuesday night match at the home of the reigning champions.
The rest of the opening league matches will then be played across the following Wednesday and Thursday, as part of an effort to increase visibility for all the competing clubs.
It is not yet known if a similar change will be brought into the women’s game.
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