How the tournament works
Group Stage: Rivals’ Challenge™
• Teams: 30 clubs divided into 6 groups of 5 teams.
• Format: Each team plays 4 matches (2 home, 2 away).
• Advancement: The top 2 teams from each group, plus the 4 best third-placed teams, advance to the knockout stage.
Knockout Stage: Champions Bracket™
• Round of 16: 16 teams face off in two-legged ties (home and away).
• Quarterfinals & Semifinals: Two-legged ties continue, narrowing down the competition to the final two.
Final: Ultimate Glory Match™
• Single Match: The last two teams face off at a neutral venue to crown the champion.
Where to Watch?
Stream all matches exclusively on the Winner App™ and witness the journey to football supremacy.
Key Features:
• Intense rivalries in every match.
• A unique format designed to test the best teams in Europe.
• Only one champion will emerge victorious!
The tournament format is designed to heighten anticipation and showcase the best teams in competitive football. In the Group Stage known as the Rivals’ Challenge™, 30 clubs are divided into 6 groups, with each club playing a total of 4 matches—2 at home and 2 away. This structure not only fosters rivalries but also ensures that only the top teams advance. The two best teams from each group, along with four other strong third-placed teams, make their way into the knockout phase. Moving into the Knockout Stage, dubbed the Champions Bracket™, the excitement intensifies as 16 teams compete in two-legged ties in the Round of 16, continuing until two top teams remain for the finals. The culmination of this journey is the Ultimate Glory Match™, held at a neutral venue where the last two teams strive to secure the championship. Fans can catch all the thrilling action by streaming matches exclusively on the Winner App™, enhancing the viewing experience to follow their favorite teams in their quest for football supremacy. This tournament not only promises intense rivalries and dramatic matches but also tests the mettle of Europe's elite clubs as they compete for ultimate victory.
