UEFA Champions League 2023-24: The Early Favorites Emerge

The 2023-24 UEFA Champions League group stage is underway, and already, some early favorites have emerged. Manchester City, Liverpool, and Real Madrid are all expected to make deep runs in the tournament, and they have all started brightly.

Manchester City, the reigning Premier League champions, are currently top of Group A with seven points from three games. They have scored a remarkable 12 goals in those three matches, and they have only conceded one. Pep Guardiola’s side is looking as strong as ever, and they are the clear favorites to win the group.

Liverpool, the runners-up in last season’s Champions League, are also off to a strong start. They are currently second in Group B with six points from three games. They have scored eight goals in those three matches, and they have only conceded two. J\u00fcrgen Klopp’s side is always a threat to score, and they will be looking to go one better than last season and reach the final.

Real Madrid, the most successful club in the history of the Champions League, are also expected to make a deep run in the tournament. They are currently third in Group D with four points from three games. They have scored five goals in those three matches, and they have only conceded two. Carlo Ancelotti’s side is always a dangerous opponent, and they will be looking to add to their record haul of 14 Champions League titles.

Of course, there are still many games to be played in the group stage, and the balance of power could still shift. However, Manchester City, Liverpool, and Real Madrid have all made strong starts, and they are all looking like potential champions.