Manchester City News
By Dan Murphy
Published on 2024-08-29 07:00:00
The Champions League league phase draw is set to take place on Thursday, with Manchester City awaiting to discover their opponents in the revamped competition format for the 2024/25 season. In the new format, all 36 teams will be placed in a single league table and each team will face eight different opponents just once. The top eight teams will advance straight to the last 16, while the bottom eight will be eliminated before the knockout stage, adding a new dynamic to the competition.
Manchester City could face tough fixtures early on in the revamped Champions League, as simulated draws show challenging matchups against top teams like Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus, and Bayern Munich. The new format has drawn criticism for potentially leading to intense early matchups, but also adds excitement and unpredictability to the competition. City will be hoping to navigate through the tough draw and make their mark in the tournament under the leadership of manager Pep Guardiola.
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