The UEFA Champions League 2026-27 brings together Europe's elite clubs once again under the competition's 36-team league phase format. Champions from across the continent join domestic heavyweights that secured qualification through their league positions, creating another season packed with world-class football.
Below you will find every club that has already qualified for the 2026-27 UEFA Champions League league phase, along with the teams still hoping to earn one of the remaining places through the qualifying rounds.
Qualified Teams for the UEFA Champions League 2026-27
| Association | Qualified Clubs |
|---|---|
| England | Arsenal, Aston Villa, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United |
| Spain | Atlético Madrid, Barcelona, Real Betis, Real Madrid, Villarreal |
| Italy | Como, Inter Milan, Napoli, Roma |
| Germany | Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, RB Leipzig, VfB Stuttgart |
| France | Lens, Lille, Paris Saint-Germain |
| Netherlands | Feyenoord, PSV Eindhoven |
| Portugal | FC Porto, Sporting CP |
| Belgium | Club Brugge |
| Czech Republic | Slavia Prague |
| Turkey | Galatasaray |
| Ukraine | Shakhtar Donetsk |
New Clubs Qualified for the 2026-27 Champions League
Several clubs will make a welcome return or earn a place among Europe's elite after impressive domestic campaigns.
- Como (Italy) – The biggest surprise of the season, qualifying for the Champions League for the first time in club history.
- Lens (France) – Return to the Champions League after another outstanding Ligue 1 campaign.
- Lille (France) – Back among Europe's elite after securing a top-three finish.
- Real Betis (Spain) – Qualify for the league phase after an excellent La Liga season.
- VfB Stuttgart (Germany) – Return to Europe's biggest club competition.
- Aston Villa (England) – Continue their rise with another Champions League qualification.
Teams Still Competing in Qualifying
The remaining league phase places will be decided through the UEFA Champions League qualifying rounds. Clubs from across Europe continue their journey through the Champions Path and League Path, with only the winners reaching the 36-team league phase.
Among the notable clubs still involved are Olympique Lyon, Olympiacos, Bodø/Glimt, Sparta Prague, Union Saint-Gilloise, Celtic, AEK Athens, Fenerbahçe, Dinamo Zagreb, Red Star Belgrade, Slovan Bratislava, Sturm Graz, Lech Poznań, Hearts, and several domestic champions from across Europe.
Which Leagues Have the Most Clubs?
- England: 5 clubs
- Spain: 5 clubs
- Germany: 4 clubs
- Italy: 4 clubs
- France: 3 clubs
- Netherlands: 2 clubs
- Portugal: 2 clubs
- Belgium: 1 club
- Czech Republic: 1 club
- Turkey: 1 club
- Ukraine: 1 club
What Makes the 2026-27 Field Special?
The 2026-27 edition combines traditional European giants with ambitious clubs enjoying historic campaigns. Former champions such as Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Liverpool, Barcelona, Inter Milan, Manchester United, and Paris Saint-Germain are joined by rising clubs like Como, Aston Villa, Lens, and Real Betis.
The expanded league phase guarantees every club at least eight matches against different opponents, creating more blockbuster fixtures, fresh rivalries, and greater opportunities for emerging teams to compete against Europe's biggest names.
Champions League 2026-27 Team Statistics
- League Phase Teams: 36
- Automatically Qualified (currently confirmed): 29
- Remaining Places: 7 (via qualifying rounds)
- Represented Associations (currently confirmed): 11
- Defending Champions: Paris Saint-Germain
- Competition Format: 36-team league phase followed by knockout rounds.
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