The Champions League is a goldmine

The new Champions League format is delivering record-breaking numbers at the midway point, with 291 goals across 72 matches and only 9.7% draws.

The UEFA Champions League's new format is thriving in its third edition, with the competition delivering impressive statistics at the halfway stage. Through 72 matches, the tournament has seen 291 goals scored—45 more than at this point last season and 70 more than two seasons ago—averaging 4.04 goals per game.

Only 9.7% of matches have ended in draws, a significant drop from 13.9% last season and 22.2% two seasons ago, though 40.3% of games have been decided by a single goal.

The expanded 36-team format with randomized fixtures has increased competitiveness across the board. All 36 teams have earned at least one point, and 33 have recorded victories.

PSG and Real Madrid lead with perfect records, while the playoff positions (16th-24th) showcase the format's balance: they contain three teams from pot 1, seven from pot 2, three from pot 3, and three from pot 4. The only goalless draw came between Bodø/Glimt and Lille.