UEFA could be set to scrap two-legged semi-finals in the Champions League in favour of a proposed “week of football”.
Momentum is growing behind a switch from the traditional format, which has been in place since 1955. Like the last-16 and quarter-finals, teams currently face off against each other home and away with the winner on aggregate claiming their place in the final.
An updated format is set to be brought in from the 2024/25 season, meaning Manchester United and Manchester City could be set to face 10 group matches rather than six, with extra teams qualifying for the competition. Furthermore, there could be a major shake-up from the semi-final stage.
