UEFA considers Champions League rule change after Arsenal's win

UEFA is considering a major rule change for next season's Champions League following criticism of the current seeding system, particularly highlighted by Arsenal's upcoming match against Real Madrid. Under the revamped format, teams that finished in the top eight are guaranteed to play the second leg of their last 16 matches at home, but this advantage does not extend to the quarter-finals or semi-finals. Arsenal, who finished third, will play their second leg against Madrid, who finished 11th, at the Bernabeu despite having a 3-0 lead from the first leg. There is a growing belief that this system inadequately rewards teams that performed well in the league phase. UEFA's discussions will focus on whether to change the rules to allow seeded teams to have home advantage in later knockout rounds as well. Arsenal's manager, Mikel Arteta, remains cautious about the challenge ahead in Madrid, despite their strong position.