Football fans around the world eagerly anticipate the start of each new season, and the 2023/2024 season is no exception. With numerous leagues and competitions set to kick off, fans have plenty of exciting matches and intense rivalries to look forward to. Here are the start dates for some of the most prominent football leagues and tournaments around the globe:
UEFA
The prestigious Champions League begins with the qualifying rounds on June 27th, followed by the group stage starting on September 19th. Football clubs from across Europe will battle it out for a chance to lift the coveted trophy.
For the Europa League, qualifying matches start on August 10th, leading up to the group stage commencing on September 21st. The Europa League provides an opportunity for teams to compete on the continental stage and make their mark.
Additionally, the inaugural season of the Conference League starts with the qualifying rounds on July 13th, with the group stage beginning on September 21st. This new tournament offers more clubs the chance to participate in European competitions.
TOP LEAGUES
In England, the highly anticipated Premier League season begins on August 12th. Fans can expect intense battles between some of the biggest football clubs in the world as they vie for the title.
Germany’s Bundesliga kicks off on August 18th, showcasing the talents of top German teams and their pursuit of domestic glory.
Italy’s Serie A starts slightly later, on August 20th. The league’s rich history and passionate fanbase promise another exciting season of football.
La Liga in Spain also begins on August 12th, with Spanish giants competing for supremacy on the national stage.
France’s Ligue 1 joins the action on August 12th as well, featuring a host of talented players and fierce rivalries.
OTHER LEAGUES
Across the globe, football leagues in various countries are set to commence their 2023/2024 seasons. Here are the start dates for some of these leagues:
> Argentina’s Superliga Argentina is already in progress, thrilling fans with exciting matches.
> Australia’s A-League starts on October 20th, offering football enthusiasts in the southern hemisphere their fix of competitive football.
> In Austria, both the Bundesliga and the 2. Liga kick off on July 28th, providing fans with multiple divisions of football excitement.
> Belgium’s First Division A starts on July 28th, while the First Division B begins on August 11th, offering fans a taste of Belgian football action.
> Brazil’s Serie A and Serie B are already in progress, showcasing the nation’s passion for the beautiful game.
> Bulgaria’s First Professional Football League commences on July 15th, bringing the excitement of Bulgarian football to the forefront.
> China’s Super League is currently underway, captivating fans with its high-profile signings and competitive matches.
> Croatia’s Prva HNL starts on July 21st, with Croatian teams vying for success on the domestic front.
> Cyprus’ First Division begins on August 19th, bringing football action to the Mediterranean island nation.
> The Czech Republic’s First League kicks off on July 22nd, featuring teams competing for glory in the Czech football scene.
> Denmark’s Superliga starts on July 23rd, highlighting the nation’s football talent and spirited competition.
> In England, the Championship, League One, and League Two all start on August 5th, offering football excitement across multiple tiers.
> Finland’s Veikkausliiga is already in progress, captivating fans with its unique blend of skill and passion.
> France’s Ligue 2 begins on July 29th, while the start date for the Championnat National is yet to be confirmed.
> Germany’s 2. Bundesliga starts on July 28th, with the 3.Liga following shortly after on August 4th. The Regionalliga Bayern, a regional division in Germany, begins on July 20th, showcasing local talent and fostering grassroots football.
> Greece’s Super League 1 starts on August 18th, where Greek clubs battle it out for supremacy in the domestic league.
> Israel’s Premier League commences on August 26th, providing fans with the excitement of Israeli football.
> Italy’s Serie B starts on August 18th, offering intense competition as teams fight for promotion to the top flight. The start date for Serie C is yet to be announced.
> In Japan, the J1 League and J2 League are already in progress, captivating fans with their technical prowess and thrilling matches.
> The Netherlands’ Eredivisie and Eerste Divisie both kick off on August 11th, showcasing Dutch football talent at its best.
> Norway’s Eliteserien is currently underway, with teams battling for supremacy in the Norwegian football scene.
> Poland’s Ekstraklasa starts on July 21st, featuring fierce rivalries and passionate support.
> Portugal’s Primeira Liga begins on August 11th, bringing the excitement of Portuguese football to fans around the world.
> In the Republic of Ireland, both the Premier Division and First Division are already in progress, providing fans with a taste of Irish football action.
> Romania’s Liga I starts on July 15th, offering fans intense competition and football drama.
> Russia’s Premier League kicks off on July 23rd, showcasing the talents of Russian football clubs.
> Scotland’s Premiership begins on August 5th, with traditional rivalries and historic clubs competing for glory.
> Serbia’s Super Liga starts on July 28th, featuring top Serbian teams and their quest for domestic success.
> Singapore’s Premier League is currently underway, allowing fans to support their favorite local teams.
> Slovakia’s Super Liga commences on July 28th, highlighting the nation’s football prowess.
> Slovenia’s Prva Liga begins on July 22nd, providing Slovenian football fans with thrilling matches and talented players.
> Spain’s Segunda División start date is yet to be confirmed, adding to the anticipation of football enthusiasts.
> Sweden’s Allsvenskan and Superettan are already in progress, captivating fans with their exciting football action.
> Switzerland’s Super League and Challenge League both start on July 22nd, featuring Swiss clubs battling it out for domestic success.
> Turkey’s Süper Lig begins on August 11th, with Turkish teams aiming to claim the title in one of Europe’s most passionate football nations.
> In the United States, Major League Soccer (MLS) is currently underway, offering fans in North America a taste of high-quality football.
As the start dates for these football leagues draw closer, fans worldwide eagerly await the return of their favorite teams and the thrill of the beautiful game. Whether it’s the glitz and glamour of the top leagues or the passion of local competitions, the 2023/2024 season promises to be filled with excitement, drama, and unforgettable moments on the football field.
UEFA
Champions League – June 27th (Qualifying), September 19th (Group stage)
Europa League – August 10th (Qualifying), September 21st (Group stage)
Conference League – July 13th (Qualifying), September 21st (Group stage)
TOP LEAGUES
England Premier League – August 12th
Germany Bundesliga – August 18th
Italy Serie A – August 20th
Spain La Liga – August 12th
France Ligue 1 – August 12th
OTHER LEAGUES
Argentina
Superliga Argentina – 2023 season in progress
Australia
A-League – October 20th
Austria
Bundesliga – July 28th
2. Liga – July 28th
Belgium
First Division A – July 28th
First Division B – August 11th
Brazil
Serie A – 2023 season in progress
Serie B – 2023 season in progress
Bulgaria
First Professional Football League – July 15th
China
Super League – 2023 season in progress
Croatia
Prva HNL – July 21st
Cyprus
First Division – August 19th
Czech Republic
First League – July 22nd
Denmark
Superliga – July 23rd
England
Championship – August 5th
League One – August 5th
League Two – August 5th
Finland
Veikkausliiga – 2023 season in progress
France
Ligue 2 – July 29th
Championnat National – August 11th
Germany
2. Bundesliga – July 28th
3. Liga – August 4th
Regionalliga Bayern – July 20th
Greece
Super League 1 – August 18th
Israel
Premier League – August 26th
Italy
Serie B – August 18th
Serie C – not known
Japan
J1 League – 2023 season in progress
J2 League – 2023 season in progress
Netherlands
Eredivisie – August 11th
Eerste Divisie – August 11th
Norway
Eliteserien – 2023 season in progress
Poland
Ekstraklasa – July 21st
Portugal
Primeira Liga – August 11th
Republic of Ireland
Premier Division – 2023 season in progress
First Division – 2023 season in progress
Romania
Liga I – July 15th
Russia
Premier League – July 23rd
Scotland
Premiership – August 5th
Serbia
Super Liga – July 28th
Singapore
Premier League – 2023 season in progress
Slovakia
Super Liga – July 28th
Slovenia
Prva Liga – July 22nd
Spain
Segunda División – August 11th
Sweden
Allsvenskan – 2023 season in progress
Superettan – 2023 season in progress
Switzerland
Super League – July 22nd
Challenge League – July 22nd
Turkey
Süper Lig – August 11th
USA
MLS – 2023 season in progress
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Explanation: player statistics (a/b c)
a - games played this season
b - goals scored
c - team position (d - defender, m - midfielder, f - forward, g - goalkeeper).
