The UEFA Champions League, the most prestigious club football tournament in Europe, has undergone major changes with the announcement that it will increase from 32 teams participating in the next edition.

The decision was made after extensive discussions between UEFA and its member associations, who had expressed concerns about the competitiveness of the competition. The new format aims to ensure that the Champions League remains one of the top clubs' tournaments in the world while also ensuring that there is a high level of quality across all participating teams.

With the number of teams increasing to 36, the competition will be even more competitive than ever before, as each team will face tougher opponents on their way to the final. This should result in more exciting matches, as teams will have to work harder if they want to progress further in the tournament.

In addition to the increased number of teams, the competition will also feature a number of other significant changes. For example, the knockout phase of the tournament will be expanded to include four groups of six teams, which means that every team will play against every other team at least once during the group stage.

Overall, the changes announced by UEFA represent a significant step forward for the Champions League, and we can expect to see some exciting and dramatic matches in the years ahead. As the competition becomes even more competitive, fans will have even more reason to root for their favorite teams and players.