The latest edition of Football Today’s newsletter column is here, and it’s packed with news, opinions and more.
We look at a major talking point from football and highlight some of the best stories elsewhere on the internet.
You will also find links to some of the top features on Football Today and what to watch out for over the next day.
Revised format breathes life into the Champions League
It is not often that UEFA deserves a pat on the back, but their revamp of the Champions League format is one such occasion.
With one round of league phase matches to play, 25 of the 36 teams are still awaiting to learn their fate in the competition.
Several big guns may need to navigate an additional play-off round to reach the last-16, adding further excitement to proceedings.
Bayern Munich and Real Madrid are among the teams which fall into this category, highlighting why the format has worked.
Manchester City head into the final round of games outside the top 24, ramping up the importance of their upcoming home match against Club Brugge.
The added layer of jeopardy has injected new life into a part of the competition that had become boring. UEFA don’t get much right, but this decision was spot on.
Top football stories
- PSG’s display against Man City was full of verve and potential
- Norway on the verge of abolishing VAR from domestic leagues after club vote
- Eric Cantona’s kung fu kick – ‘The most unbelievable moment of my entire career’
Football Today features
- No McGinn, no party, as Villa fluff their lines in Europe
- Chelsea goalkeeper is an accident waiting to happen
- Premier League January 2025 Transfers | All Done Deals
What to watch
Manchester United versus Rangers in the Europa League this evening. Do not miss this one.
