The current format has increased competitiveness, with 72% of league phase matches decided by two goals or fewer, per UEFA’s 2025 season report. However, balancing fairness for high performers with the drama of open draws remains a challenge. UEFA is expected to announce decisions before the 2025-26 season draw in August.

Germain are set to clash in the UEFA Champions League semi-final next weekArsenal eliminated 15-time winners Real Madrid, while PSG eliminated Aston Villa in the quarterfinalsPSG head coach Luis Enrique has sent a stern warning to Mikel Arteta's side ahead of the two-legged tieParis Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique has sent a warning to Arsenal ahead of their UEFA Champions League semi-final encounter.

Arsenal have been accused of breaking a UEFA Champions League rule ahead of their semi-final showdown with Ligue 1 Champions Paris Saint-Germain next week.