Borussia Dortmund’s first-leg victory in the Champions League semi-final against PSG sealed Germany’s extra place.
Early exits for Manchester City, pictured, along with England’s other Champions League representatives mean the Premier League has missed out on an extra spot next season
The Premier League has missed out on a fifth Champions League spot for next season to the Bundesliga. One club from each of the two countries who collectively perform best in European club competition this season are granted additional places in the new-look 36-team league phase being introduced for the 2024-25 season.
Borussia Dortmund’s semi-final first leg victory over Paris St Germain on Wednesday night sealed the second spot for Germany.Italy wrapped up the first spot last month, and it now means that no matter how well Aston Villa do in the Europa Conference League, England cannot secure an extra place. Villa must now hold on to fourth spot in the Premier League in order to qualify for the Champions League. They are seven points ahead of Tottenham, but Spurs have two games in hand on Unai Emery’s team.We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
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