The fourth round of the UEFA Champions League league phase kicks off tonight, featuring several exciting matchups.
Liverpool host Real Madrid at Anfield, while Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) face a tough challenge against Bayern Munich in Paris.
Just hours before kickoff, the football analytics site EuroClub Index released its updated probability rankings for this season’s Champions League favorites.
According to the data, Real Madrid lead the race with a 16% chance of lifting the trophy — once again confirming their reputation as Europe’s most dominant club in the competition.
They are followed closely by Arsenal with 14%, and reigning champions PSG, who also hold a 14% probability of victory.
Manchester City are given an 11% chance, while Barcelona sit slightly behind at 10%.
Last season’s finalist, Inter Milan, have just 6% odds of winning, whereas Newcastle United, Atletico Madrid, and Borussia Dortmund each have only 1%.
The results reflect Real Madrid’s exceptional form and rich history in Europe’s elite competition ,having won the Champions League a record 14 times and once again underline their position as the team to beat this season.
