Tournament Format:
- Team Size: Each participating team must have a roster of a minimum of 6 players and a maximum of 10 players, striking the right balance for competitive gameplay.
Draw - depending on the team performance last season, teams will be placed in one of the following four pots, where X depends on the number of teams participating in the tournament:
- Pot 1: The top X teams from the previous season.
- Pot 2: The teams ranked Xth to Yth from the previous season.
- Pot 3: The teams ranked Yth to Zth from the previous season.
- Pot 4: The last N teams.
Teams per grade:
- 10-12th grade: 1 team per class (12A, 12G, 11V, 11D, 10B, 10A, etc.) + 1 transfer
- 9th grade: Up to three classes can be combined into one team (9AGD, 9B, 9VE, etc.)
- 8th grade: 1 team (sboren)
Match Structure:
- Halves: Matches are divided into two intense halves, each lasting 25 minutes, providing a total gameplay duration of 50 minutes.
- Substitutions: Each team can make unlimited substitutions during the match.
Group Stage:
- UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Format: The group stage adopts the format of the UEFA Champions League, where the traditional group stage will be replaced by a single-league format, where every team plays 3 matches against opponents decided by the draw.
- Scoring System: Teams earn three points for a victory, one point for a draw, and no points for a loss.
Advancement:
- Knockout Stages: Advancement to the knockout stages is determined by the points earned in the
group stage matches. Specific tiebreaker procedures are applied in case of ties. After the games between
5th and 12th, 6th and 11th, 7th and 10th, and 8th and 9th, the winners will advance to the quarterfinals. The top 4 teams
from the group stage will be seaded and will play against the winners of the matches between the 5th and 12th. A
draw will decide the matchups for the quarterfinals.
Fair Play and Conduct:
- Upholding the principles of fair play, player eligibility, and adherence to the league's code of conduct are fundamental for a successful and enjoyable tournament.
Best of luck to all participating teams in the SMG Champions League 2023/24!
Step-by-Step User Guide
- Create an Account: Click on the "Register" button and provide the required information to create your account.
- Register Your Team: If you are a team captain, navigate to the "Register Team" page and complete the team registration process.
- Add Players: Team captains can add players to their team by visiting the "Add Players" page. Provide the necessary details for each player.
- Arrange a Match: Team captains can schedule matches by clicking on the "Arrange Match" button. Select the opponent, date, and time for the match.
- Respond to Match Proposals: Players will receive notifications for match proposals. Respond to pending match proposals on the homepage.
- Explore Latest News: Stay informed about the latest news and updates by checking the "Latest News" section on the homepage.
- View Team Statistics: Visit the "Players from Team" page to see detailed statistics for each player on your team.
- Read Articles: Explore in-depth articles about the SMG Champions League by clicking on the "Read More" links in the news section.
