The final UEFA Champions League table has been confirmed after a dramatic night of European football, with qualification places decided by late goals and last-minute twists.
Five Premier League sides finished inside the top eight, securing automatic qualification for the last 16, while European giants including Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain were pushed into the play-offs.
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UEFA Champions League English Teams: Who’s Through?
Automatically qualified for the last 16:
- Arsenal
- Liverpool
- Chelsea
- Tottenham Hotspur
- Manchester City
Into the play-offs:
- Newcastle United
Newcastle will face either Monaco or Qarabag in a two-legged tie for a place in the knockout stage.
How the Champions League Table Works
- Top 8 → Direct entry into the last 16
- 9th–24th → Play-off round
- Below 24th → Eliminated from Europe
Arsenal topped the UEFA Champions League table after a perfect league phase, winning all eight matches.
Big Names in the Play-Offs
The play-off round features several heavyweights, including:
- Real Madrid
- PSG
- Inter Milan
- Juventus
- Benfica
- Atletico Madrid
Manchester City secured the final automatic spot, while late results elsewhere forced Madrid and PSG into the play-offs.
Key Dates to Know
- Play-off draw: Friday, January 30 (11:00am GMT)
- First legs: February 17–18
- Second legs: February 24–25
With major clubs still fighting for survival, the road to the Champions League final is only just beginning