The winners of the UEFA Champions League starting from 2021 down to 2025 will secure an automatic qualification while the remaining eight teams from Europe will be selected based on their coefficient in the four years (2021-2025). This format means that Chelsea and Real Madrid have secured their spot in the competition.
FIFA confirmed that the tournament will be held every four years as against having it hosted every year. 32 clubs will participate in the competition with the continent of Europe getting 12 representatives.