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UEFA Ranking: Italy's Champions League Hopes Dim After Atalanta Exit, Trails Portugal for 5th Spot

July 11, 2026Pablo Navarro1 мин

Following Atalanta's elimination from European competition, Italy's aspirations to secure a coveted fifth qualification spot in the next Champions League tournament are becoming increasingly remote. Currently positioned fifth in the UEFA coefficient rankings, Italy finds itself trailing behind Portugal, making the path to achieving an additional entry slot significantly more challenging.