Premier League European Qualification Scenarios for Next Season

The Premier League looks set to miss out on an extra place in the Champions League next season, leaving fans wondering which sides will be qualifying for European competition. With Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool, and West Ham all exiting European competitions at the quarter-final stage, the chances of an additional spot for the Premier League are now slim.

As it stands, the top four teams in the Premier League will qualify for the Champions League next season. Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City, and Aston Villa are currently in line for these coveted spots. Tottenham is also in contention for a top-four finish, adding to the excitement of the race for European places.

In terms of the Europa League, fifth place in the Premier League will secure a spot in the competition, with Tottenham currently occupying that position. The winners of the FA Cup will also earn a place in the Europa League, with Manchester United currently in line for this spot.

Aston Villa’s progress in the Europa Conference League could also impact European qualification. If they win the competition and do not secure a Champions League or Europa League spot through their league position, they will earn a bonus Europa League place.

Additionally, one place is available for a Premier League team in the UEFA Conference League, with the Carabao Cup winners traditionally earning this spot. However, with Liverpool likely to qualify for the Champions League, this place could be passed down to the next highest-ranked team not in European competition, currently Manchester United or potentially Newcastle.

The new Champions League format will see an increase in teams from 32 to 36, with a single league phase replacing the traditional group stage. Similar changes will be made to the Europa League and Europa Conference League formats, providing fans with even more exciting European football to look forward to next season.