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Champions: meet the possible opponents of FC Porto and Sporting in the league phase

The draw for the Champions League league phase takes place this Thursday in Monaco, setting the opponents for FC Porto and Sporting in the new format of the European competition. The 2024/25 edition marks the introduction of the league phase, replacing the old groups, where teams will play against eight different opponents instead of three fixed rivals.

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