The revamped 36-team Champions League table can be confusing week to week, but four matchdays in — the halfway point — it's already clear plenty has shifted. Big clubs mostly handled business early, a few surprise teams have surged, and some traditional powers have slipped badly. Here’s a concise look at what’s changed, a midseason Best XI and a ranked snapshot of all 36 clubs.
Who’s risen the most
Several familiar heavyweights have improved their standing since September. Bayern Munich and Arsenal stand out: Bayern remain unbeaten across competitions and Arsenal have been devastating, conceding almost nothing and piling up goals in Europe. England and Germany have seen the biggest lifts in projected points, helped by Bayern, Dortmund and Arsenal’s early form.
Outside the usual top leagues, Galatasaray and Qarabag are pleasant surprises. Galatasaray are up the table thanks to Victor Osimhen’s scoring, while Qarabag have collected notable results — including a deserved draw with Chelsea — and have become one of the tournament’s feel-good stories.
Who’s dropped
Not every team has improved. Benfica and Ajax are the only teams without a point so far; Ajax in particular have been k
