A New Era for European Football

34 Clubs Join PSV and Feyenoord in the Revamped UEFA Champions League

The UEFA Champions League is undergoing a significant transformation, with 34 clubs, including PSV Eindhoven and Feyenoord, participating in the inaugural season of the revamped competition.

Key Changes to the Format

• Increased number of participating teams from 32 to 36.
• Introduction of a new group stage with eight groups of four teams.
• The top two teams from each group will advance to the knockout stage.
• The knockout stage will consist of 16 teams, with the final being held at a neutral venue.

The changes are designed to make the competition more competitive and exciting, with more teams having the opportunity to qualify for the knockout stages.

Impact on Dutch Clubs

The new format will give Dutch clubs a better chance of qualifying for the knockout stages of the Champions League.

PSV and Feyenoord are the only two Dutch clubs to have ever won the European Cup, and they will be hoping to make a deep run in the new competition.

Reaction from PSV and Feyenoord

PSV director of football Marcel Brands said, "We are very excited about the new format of the Champions League. It gives us a better chance of qualifying for the knockout stages and competing with the best teams in Europe."

Feyenoord manager Arne Slot said, "The new format is a great opportunity for Dutch clubs. We are looking forward to the challenge of competing in the Champions League and making a name for ourselves on the European stage."

The inaugural season of the new Champions League format will begin in September 2024.