As this is Man United’s return to Europe’s top table after a two-year absence, it will their first experience of the brand new format following UEFA’s radical shake-up.
The previous group stage of eight groups consisting of four teams each has been ditched in favour of a new league format, though Man Utd will be familiar with how it works after navigating their way to the 2024/25 Europa League final.
Once again, all 36 teams will be separated into four pots and two will be drawn from each. They will face eight different opponents, playing four matches at home and four away..
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