List of Clubs Qualified for the 2025–26 UEFA Champions League so far

As the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League season nears its thrilling conclusion, excitement is building around the highly anticipated final between Inter Milan and Paris Saint-Germain, set to take place on May 31st at the iconic Allianz Arena in Munich. Both clubs have fought valiantly through a competitive campaign, and while one will soon be crowned champions of Europe, teams across the continent are already shifting their focus toward securing qualification for next season's edition of the tournament.

The 2025-26 Champions League promises to be even more compelling, as it marks the second year of the competition’s new and expanded format. Introduced in the 2024-25 season, this revised structure has been widely praised for injecting greater intensity, unpredictability, and spectacle into Europe’s most prestigious club competition. By offering more matches and high-stakes encounters throughout the league phase, the revamped format has reenergized fans and players alike.

Clubs from all corners of Europe are now battling for a coveted spot in next season’s Champions League, particularly with the financial and sporting incentives that come with reaching the lucrative league phase. Domestic league standings, UEFA coefficient rankings, and performance in European competitions are all playing a pivotal role in shaping the qualification picture.

As the 2024-25 campaign draws to a close, we take a closer look at the teams that have already secured their place in the UEFA Champions League 2025-26. With final standings beginning to take shape across Europe’s top leagues, the race for qualification is reaching its dramatic peak — and we’re here to keep you updated every step of the way.

The 2025–2026 UEFA Champions League will see a total of 36 teams, mirroring the format introduced in the first iteration of this expanded phase.

Of these, 25 teams will secure direct entry based on their domestic league performances in the 2024–2025 season. Additionally, the reigning Champions League winners and the 2024–2025 UEFA Europa League champions will also automatically qualify for the group stage.

The final two spots will be allocated to the top-ranking leagues based on UEFA’s coefficient system, with the remaining seven places filled through the qualification rounds. Notably, one more spot will be awarded to both the English and Spanish leagues, resulting in increased representation from these nations.

For the first time in history, the competition will feature six English clubs, as the Premier League has been granted an additional place. The winner of the 2024–2025 season's head-to-head between Manchester United and Tottenham will claim the final English spot, further cementing England's strong presence in Europe’s premier club competition.

List of all clubs qualified for Champions League 2025-26 season so far

• England (6): Liverpool
• Italy (4): Napoli, Inter Milan
• Spain (4): Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid
• Germany (4): Bayern München, Bayer Leverkusen
• France (3): Paris Saint-Germain, Marseille, Monaco
• Netherlands (2): Ajax, PSV
• Portugal (1): Benfica/Sporting CP
• Belgium (1):
• Türkiye (1): Galatasaray/Fenerbahce
• Czechia (1): Slavia Praha
• Greece (1): Olympiacos

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