The race for the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League is heating up, and we've now got 16 teams officially booked for Europe's biggest club competition after a weekend of thrilling action across the continent.
In Turkey, the iconic Galatasaray roared to a dominant 4-2 victory over Antalyaspor on Saturday, clinching the Turkish SΓΌper Lig title and securing their spot in the Champions League group stage. It's a familiar sight for fans of the yellow-and-red giants, who continue to assert their dominance on the domestic stage.
Over in Germany, RB Leipzig showed their resilience with a hard-fought 2-1 win against St. Pauli. That result locked in third place in the Bundesliga table, earning the Red Bulls a direct ticket to the Champions Leagueβa testament to their consistent rise as a European powerhouse.
And in France, Lens kept their cool with a narrow 1-0 victory over Nantes on Friday, punching their ticket to the tournament. It's a huge moment for the club, as they continue to build on their reputation as a force to be reckoned with in Ligue 1.
With these three new qualifiers, the Champions League roster is now 16 teams strong out of a total of 38 spots. The competition is wide open, and the drama is just beginning. Check out the full list of qualified teams below, and let us know which club you're backing to lift the trophy!