Champions League: Real, Barça and Atlético plunge La Liga into turmoil!

After Atlético Madrid’s elimination, La Liga is holding its breath: the fifth qualifying spot for the Champions League is now in serious jeopardy.

Atlético Madrid’s exit from the UEFA Champions League could prove costly for Spanish football. La Liga’s coveted fifth Champions League berth for next season is now hanging by a thread.

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According to several projections across Europe, Spain must now pin its hopes on a deep run from Rayo Vallecano in the UEFA Europa Conference League, with a spot in the final almost a necessity.

Meanwhile, Spanish clubs are hoping for slip-ups from their German counterparts, especially Bayern Munich or SC Freiburg. Currently fifth in La Liga, Real Betis are watching developments with intense interest.

Mahdi Zakaria LAZRI |

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