Champions League Play-offs: A Stepping Stone or Stumbling Block for Europe’s Elite?
Several European powerhouses, including PSG and Real Madrid, find themselves in the Champions League knockout play-offs after not finishing in the top eight of the league phase. These teams must now navigate an extra two-legged tie to reach the last 16.
Despite the added challenge, some, like PSG who won the competition last season via the play-offs, see it as a viable path to glory, with data suggesting it doesn’t significantly hinder their chances.