Belgian Pro League Scraps Controversial Playoff System

The Belgian Pro League's unique playoff system has sparked considerable debate among fans and experts. The system, which involves halving regular season points and using regular season position as a tiebreaker, has been criticized for its perceived unfairness. "It's a bizarre system," said one football analyst. The video illustrates this with examples from the 2023-24 season. However, a February 2025 vote has confirmed the league's transition to an 18-team format without playoffs starting in the 2026-27 season. This decision ends a long-standing debate and promises a more straightforward league structure.