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Samuel Meade

FA Cup winners could get Champions League spot in UEFA ruling - but small clubs barred

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The winners of the FA Cup could land themselves a place in the Champions League going forward - but only if they have a European pedigree.

The potential new rule comes as a result of a reformed European competition, which will now include 36 teams. Two extra places will be handed out based on the co-efficient rankings from 2024. The UEFA-based algorithm is drawn up according to previous history in the tournament, which means certain clubs cannot qualify by virtue of it.

The two extra Champions League places will be handed out to the two non-qualified clubs who sit highest on the Uefa co-efficient list. This has copped criticism as certain clubs, who may overachieve by winning the FA Cup, cannot take a seat at Europe'a top table, reports the Telegraph.

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