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UEFA Considers Ending Extra Time in Champions League

2/8/2025

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UEFA is contemplating a bold shift in Champions League knockout matches by eliminating extra time and relying solely on penalty shootouts. This move seeks to alleviate player fatigue as fixture congestion grows with the new league phase format. If greenlit, fans could see this rule in action by the 2027/28 season.

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UEFA is contemplating a bold shift in Champions League knockout matches by eliminating extra time and relying solely on penalty shootouts. This move seeks to alleviate player fatigue as fixture congestion grows with the new league phase format. If greenlit, fans could see this rule in action by the 2027/28 season.