On December 2, the UEFA Executive Board met in Hamburg, Germany, to determine the prize money distribution system for teams in the Euro 2024 finals, and to reform the Women's Champions League and European competition.
First, the teams participating in Euro 2024 will receive a total of 3€3.1 billion in prize money. Of this, €9.25 million is for entry fees, while a win will bring a prize of €1 million and a draw of €500,000. In addition, teams that advance to the knockout round of 16 will receive €1.5 million, €2.5 million for the round of eight and €4 million for the semi-finals. The runner-up will receive an additional €5 million, while the winner will receive €8 million. If the European Cup winners win all of their group games, they could win up to €28.25 million.
In addition, UEFA has approved a new format for the Women's Champions League, including the 18-team group stage in Switzerland. Each team will play 3 home and 3 away games, followed by a knockout round. At the same time, UEFA has also created a second tier of European competition for women's clubs, with these changes coming into effect for the 2025 26 season.
This news is indeed exciting news for European football fans. As the highest level of national team competition in Europe, the European Cup has attracted the attention and love of countless fans every time. The announcement of the prize money distribution system has also injected more motivation into the teams, and it is believed that they will go all out to win the championship.
As for the restructuring of the Women's Champions League and European competition, this is also a kind of compensation for the long-neglected treatment of women's football, which can improve the opportunities and level of women's football development. The progress and development of women's football is also part of the overall development of football, and it is believed that the exciting matches of women's football and the emergence of strong teams in the future will attract more spectators and supporters.
With Euro 2024 approaching, European football fans have more anticipation and enthusiasm. I believe that this event will bring us more surprises and touches. And the reform of women's football will also bring more opportunities and excitement to the football world. Let's look forward to these wonderful moments!