The UEFA Champions League for the 2025/2026 season is already taking shape, with 23 teams having secured their places.
Next season, the Champions League will feature more teams. The group stage will now include 36 teams instead of the usual 32.
Several clubs from different European leagues have qualified based on their performances this season. Their strong league positions have guaranteed them a spot in the tournament.
In the Premier League, Liverpool and Arsenal have already made it through. Over in Spain, Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid, and Athletic Club have booked their tickets.
Other top clubs across Europe have also joined the list. These include PSG from France, Inter Milan from Italy, Slavia Praha from the Czech Republic, PSV from the Netherlands, and Frankfurt from Germany.
Here’s the list of the 23 clubs that have qualified so far:
- England: Liverpool, Arsenal
- Italy: Napoli, Inter Milan, Atalanta, Juventus
- Spain: Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid, Athletic Club
- Germany: Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, Bayer Leverkusen, Frankfurt
- France: PSG, Marseille, Monaco
- Netherlands: Ajax, PSV
- Portugal: Sporting CP
- Belgium: Union Saint-Gilloise
- Turkey: Galatasaray
- Czech Republic: Slavia Praha
More teams will qualify as the current season wraps up in various leagues across Europe. The new format promises more excitement and competition in the next edition of the Champions League.
