The Champions League playoffs have concluded, and the verdict is clear: England reigns supreme in European football. Following this decisive phase, the Premier League has placed an impressive number of clubs in the round of 16, confirming its status as the most competitive league on the continent.

In total, six English representatives will continue their journey: Liverpool, Manchester City, Newcastle, Arsenal, Tottenham, and Chelsea. This numerical and sporting dominance illustrates the depth and consistency of English football on the European stage.

Behind them, Spain is trying to keep pace with three qualified clubs: Real Madrid, Atlético de Madrid, and FC Barcelona. Always formidable in knockout matches, the Spanish teams remain serious contenders for the title.

Germany, for its part, is moving forward with two representatives: Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen, determined to defend the honor of the Bundesliga against English and Spanish competition.

Defending champions Paris Saint-Germain will be the sole French representative in the round of 16. This isolation highlights the current difficulties faced by French clubs in consistently competing at the highest European level.

The same is true for Italy, which has been losing momentum in recent seasons: only Atalanta will carry the hopes of Serie A after premature eliminations.

The biggest surprise of these playoffs comes from Norway. The astonishing Bodø/Glimt have secured their place among Europe's sixteen best clubs after a resounding upset, eliminating Inter Milan. This historic performance confirms the Norwegian club's emergence and adds an element of surprise to these round of 16 matches. Portugal and Turkey will be represented by Sporting Lisbon and Galatasaray, respectively.