Overview
- Premier League's chances for a fifth Champions League spot next season are challenged by recent quarterfinal draws.
- Arsenal to face Bayern Munich, Manchester City drawn against Real Madrid, intensifying the competition.
- Recent victories by Liverpool, Aston Villa, and West Ham boost England's coefficient rankings.
- Italy and Germany lead the race for the additional Champions League places, with England closely following.
- Premier League teams need to advance further in European competitions while hoping German counterparts are eliminated.