BBC Match of the day MOTD: UEFA Champions League Highlights | 12 February 2025
Expanded Champions League Format
- The 2024/25 season will see the Champions League expand from 32 to 36 teams, with all participants organized in a single league table. The competition will feature 17 rounds in total: 8 group stage matches from September 17 to January 29
- A new play-off round for teams finishing between 9th and 24th
- The top 8 teams will automatically progress to the last 16, while teams placed 9th to 24th will enter the new playoff round
This revamped format means more excitement and fixtures for fans to enjoy. The BBC’s acquisition of Champions League highlights further solidifies its commitment to delivering top-tier football content to the British public.
What is MOTD: UEFA Champions League Highlights
- A dedicated highlights show will air every Wednesday during Champions League match weeks at 22:40 BST on BBC One
- Match-by-match highlights will be available at 22:00 BST on BBC iPlayer, the BBC Sport website, and app
- Clips will also be shared across BBC’s social media channels for fans to access key moments wherever they are
