The beginning of the new year brings an unprecedented challenge to the calendar of world football with the UEFA Champions League, where two decisive rounds take place in January, in which the giants of the old light fight for a direct path to the Round of 16. At the same time, several of the largest clubs are facing difficulties and must avoid a disgraceful exit.
A meeting is being discussed this week between PSG and Manchester City, where these two clubs, which have changed the landscape of football over the last 15 years, are facing the threat of early elimination, despite their star-studded lineups, such as Erling Haaland from City and Achraf Hakimi from PSG. City has only collected one point in the last three matches in the Champions League and occupies 22nd place out of 36 teams, while PSG, finalist in 2020 and semifinalist last season, is in 25th place, trailing City by just one point.
PSG's fate is under threat because only 24 teams out of the first 24 have a chance to continue their participation in the tournament. All eight of the best teams advance to the Round of 16 directly, while pairs between the 9th and 24th places fight for the last eight tickets.
