The recent Champions League concluded with Paris St-Germain winning their first title under a new 36-team format, marking a significant procedural change. Each team played eight opponents once, leading to intense matches and impactful moments outside the traditional powerhouse matchups. Notably, PSG struggled early in the tournament, finishing 15th in the league phase, but rallied to secure a playoff victory against Brest. The new format received praise for its unpredictability and excitement, suggesting it could lead to more competitive games in future seasons.
"There were lots of good games in the group stage and lots of big moments, and not just when the big teams have played each other either."
"The biggest change for me was that teams only played each other once in the league stage, meaning no-one lived or died by that result."
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