No jeopardy but loads of fun - Champions League sets new goals record
Summary
The new 36-team league format introduced in the 2024-25 Champions League season has led to a record number of goals. So far, there have been 187 goals at an average of 4.16 per game, the highest in the tournament's history.Key Facts
- The Champions League format changed in 2024-25, replacing the group stage with a 36-team league phase.
- Each team plays eight matches instead of six.
- So far, 187 goals have been scored, averaging 4.16 goals per game, the highest ever in Champions League history.
- This average is the third highest in the history of the European Cup, behind only 1959-60 and 1955-56 seasons.
- Matchday two of this season set a record with 78 goals scored over two days.
- The top eight teams qualify directly for the knockout stage; teams ranked 9th to 24th play in a knockout playoff.
- The new format aims to encourage more attacking play by reducing the stakes of individual games early on.
- Some experts say the games are more entertaining but question if the overall quality of play has improved.
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