Photo by Bundesliga’s Performance in the UEFA Rankings After Matchday 1
The early stages of the Champions League season are pivotal for the Bundesliga, and after the first matchday, the German clubs showcased a mixed bag of results in a highly competitive environment.
FC Bayern celebrating a spectacular victory
The initial matchday saw the Bundesliga’s five representatives competing fiercely, with FC Bayern recording a remarkable 9-2 victory against Dinamo Zagreb. Meanwhile, BVB and Bayer Leverkusen followed up with convincing performances, defeating FC Brugge 3-0 and Feyenoord Rotterdam 4-0 respectively. However, both VfB Stuttgart and RB Leipzig faced defeat, losing their matches against the well-established Spanish clubs, Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid, with scores of 1-3 and 1-2.
The aggregate results from the first Champions League fixtures not only excite the fans but also bolster the Bundesliga’s standing in the UEFA rankings. It’s worth noting that every victory contributes to the five-year coefficient, influencing the number of international spots for the league’s clubs.
After matchday one of the 2024/25 Champions League season, the Bundesliga has managed to collect an additional 1,000 points, affirming its position in fourth place in the UEFA rankings with a total of 68.910 points. The Premier League continues to lead with 86.732 points, followed by Serie A and La Liga with 76.106 and 71.418 points respectively.
Despite the setbacks faced by Stuttgart and Leipzig, the Bundesliga maintains a significant advantage over its closest rival, Ligue 1, which sits in fifth place with over 12,000 points fewer.
Current UEFA Rankings Overview (as of September 20, 2024)
| League | Points This Season | Five-Year Coefficient |
|---|---|---|
| 1. England | 1.000 | 86.732 |
| 2. Italy | 0.750 | 76.106 |
| 3. Spain | 0.857 | 71.418 |
| 4. Germany | 1.000 | 68.910 |
| 5. France | 1.357 | 56.522 |
| 6. Netherlands | 1.000 | 52.900 |
| 7. Portugal | 3.000 | 49.016 |
| 8. Belgium | 2.200 | 43.400 |
| 9. Czechia | 4.500 | 38.050 |
| 10. Turkey | 2.500 | 36.100 |
As we look ahead, the coming weeks promise further riveting encounters in the Champions League, and the Bundesliga teams will aim to harness their early successes for an even more fruitful campaign.
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- “That’s something Thomas hasn’t told me yet” – A light-hearted comment from Musiala that elicited smiles.
- Post Matchday 1 – Anticipating what lies ahead for the Bundesliga teams in UEFA ties.
- Boniface’s Pass Goes Viral - Reactions from teammates and fans following a memorable play.
- “Cardinal Sins in Monaco” - ter Stegen faces heavy critique after Barcelona’s crushing defeat.
