Bundesliga on the Rise: UEFA Rankings after Champions League Opening
The success of German clubs in the Champions League holds significant weight for the entire Bundesliga. But how does the UEFA ranking look after the first matchday of the reformed Champions League?
The dominant performance of Bayern Munich boosts Bundesliga’s points
The opening day of the Champions League saw mixed fortunes for the five Bundesliga clubs. While both VfB Stuttgart and RB Leipzig faced defeats against Madrid teams—Real and Atletico—by scores of 1:3 and 1:2, the remaining three clubs made impressive statements. FC Bayern achieved a staggering 9:2 victory over Dinamo Zagreb, while Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen followed suit with decisive wins against FC Brugge (3:0) and Feyenoord Rotterdam (4:0) respectively.
These strong performances not only delighted the individual clubs but also uplifted the reputation of the entire Bundesliga, represented by these five participants. Every international result from German teams contributes to the UEFA five-year coefficient ranking, which ultimately determines the number of international slots the Bundesliga receives.
After the opening matchday of the Champions League season 24/25, the Bundesliga added another 1,000 points to its total, reaching 68,910 points and holding firm in fourth place in the UEFA rankings. The leagues that sit above the Bundesliga include the English Premier League (86.732), the Italian Serie A (76.106), and the Spanish La Liga (71.418).
The Bundesliga maintains a significant lead over its closest competitors, specifically Ligue 1 from France, which boasts over 12,000 points less, placing it in fifth. Following are the Netherlands, Portugal, Belgium, Czech Republic, and Turkey.
UEFA Rankings Overview (as of September 20, 2024):
| League | Points 24/25 | Total Five-Year Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1. England | 1,000 | 86,732 |
| 2. Italy | 750 | 76,106 |
| 3. Spain | 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. Czech Republic | 4,500 | 38,050 |
| 10. Turkey | 2,500 | 36,100 |
Source: uefa.com
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