欧洲足球UEFA Club Competition Coefficient Ranking Rules

The UEFA Club Competition Coefficient ranking is a system used to determine the seeding of clubs in UEFA competitions, including the UEFA Champions League and the UEFA Europa League. This ranking system takes into account the performance of clubs in UEFA competitions over a certain period of time. Here's a breakdown of the key rules governing the calculation of the UEFA Club Competition Coefficient:

1.

Performance in UEFA Competitions

: Clubs earn points based on their results in UEFA club competitions over the previous five seasons. The competitions considered for coefficient calculation are the UEFA Champions League and the UEFA Europa League.

2.

Points Allocation

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UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League

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Group stage participation: 4 points

Group stage win: 2 points

Group stage draw: 1 point

Round of 16 participation: 4 points

Quarterfinals participation: 5 points

Semifinals participation: 6 points

Final win: 10 points

Final loss: 5 points

3.

Weighting of Points

: Points earned in the most recent season are weighted the highest, followed by points from the previous four seasons, which are gradually weighted less.

4.

Coefficient Calculation

: The coefficient for each club is calculated by adding the points earned in UEFA competitions over the past five seasons, with the weighting applied to each season's points.

5.

Ranking and Seeding

: Clubs are ranked based on their UEFA Club Competition Coefficient. This ranking determines their seeding in UEFA competitions for the upcoming season. Higherranked clubs are seeded in higher pots, which can affect their draw opponents and the likelihood of facing stronger or weaker teams in the early stages of the competition.

6.

Impact of Performance

: Success in UEFA competitions not only earns clubs prestigious titles but also boosts their coefficient ranking, leading to better seeding in future UEFA competitions. Conversely, poor performance can result in a decline in ranking and potentially tougher draws in subsequent seasons.

7.

Coefficient Tiebreakers

: In case of a tie in the coefficient ranking between two or more clubs, the following tiebreakers are applied sequentially until the tie is resolved:

Highest number of points in the most recent season.

Highest number of points in the season prior to the most recent one.

Ranking based on coefficients from the previous seasons, with the most recent season weighted highest.

8.

Continental Success

: Clubs representing their national leagues in the UEFA Champions League and the UEFA Europa League not only compete for domestic glory but also strive to perform well to enhance their country's UEFA Club Competition Coefficient, which impacts the allocation of slots for future UEFA competitions.

By adhering to these rules, UEFA ensures a fair and competitive system for determining the seeding of clubs in its prestigious club competitions, reflecting their recent performance and historical success on the European stage.