England is guaranteed at least five teams in next season’s Champions League after clinching one of the two extra places awarded to Europe’s best-performing leagues.
The Premier League currently tops UEFA’s coefficient rankings for the 2024/25 campaign, ahead of Spain and Italy.
With five English clubs still active in European competitions, no other nation can mathematically surpass their tally, even if Italy’s remaining teams all go on to win their respective tournaments.
The news ensures an extra Champions League place for the Premier League under the new format, and a sixth spot remains possible if either Manchester United or Tottenham win the Europa League.
This development could prove crucial for clubs like Chelsea, Aston Villa, and Newcastle, who are battling for a top-five finish in a tightly contested league table.
