Premier League set to realize additional Champions League place

The Premier League is all however assured an additional place in subsequent season’s Champions League, with the potential for sending six and even seven groups to Europe’s elite competitors for the primary time in historical past.

UEFA’s new European Efficiency Spots (EPS), awarded to the 2 leagues with the most effective performances in continental competitors, have seen England and Spain pull away from their rivals, leaving Italy with little likelihood of overtaking them.

With Arsenal, Aston Villa, Manchester United, Tottenham, and Chelsea all progressing deep into Europe this season, England’s coefficient lead is unassailable.

Manchester Metropolis, at present fifth, would profit most in the event that they end exterior the highest 4, although Newcastle, Brighton, and Bournemouth stay within the hunt.

The variety of English groups within the competitors may nonetheless rise to 6 if United or Spurs win the Europa League.

A seventh could be attainable if Arsenal or Villa carry the Champions League however end exterior the league’s prime 5.

With Champions League growth from 32 to 36 groups subsequent season, the Premier League is about to dominate like by no means earlier than.

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