Soccer Facts - Club Competitions

This document outlines key facts about major international club competitions in men's soccer, focusing on the most prominent tournaments from Europe, South America, and North/Central America.

UEFA Champions League (Europe)

The UEFA Champions League is the most prestigious club football competition in Europe and widely regarded as the most competitive club tournament globally. It is organized by the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA).

Fact Category	Detail
Governing Body	UEFA
Frequency	Annual
Current Format	Group stage followed by knockout rounds
Teams	32 teams in the group stage
Eligibility	Top-placed teams from European domestic leagues (number of entries per league varies by ranking)
Inaugural Season	1955-56 (as the European Cup)
Current Holders	[Current UEFA Champions League holder's name]

CONMEBOL Copa Libertadores (South America)

The CONMEBOL Copa Libertadores is the top club competition in South American football, organized by the South American Football Confederation (CONMEBOL). It is known for its intense atmosphere and passionate fan bases.

Fact Category	Detail
Governing Body	CONMEBOL
Frequency	Annual
Current Format	Knockout stages and group stage followed by knockout rounds
Teams	47 teams participate throughout the competition
Eligibility	Clubs qualify based on performance in their national leagues and cups
Inaugural Season	1960
Location of Final	Typically a single-leg final at a determined place

Concacaf Champions Cup (North America, Central America, and Caribbean)

The Concacaf Champions Cup, formerly known as the Concacaf Champions League, is the premier club competition in the North, Central American, and Caribbean region, organized by Concacaf.

Fact Category	Detail
Governing Body	Concacaf
Frequency	Annual
Current Format	Direct knockout tournament with five rounds
Teams	27 teams
Eligibility	Qualification through various regional leagues and cups, including MLS, Liga MX, and Caribbean leagues
Inaugural Season	1962 (as the CONCACAF Champions' Cup)