The UEFA Conference League is underway, with teams battling for a spot in the knockout stages. As the league phase progresses, the standings are beginning to take shape, offering a glimpse into which teams are poised to advance.
Current Standings Overview
As of November 27, 2025, the top teams in the league phase are: Samsunspor and Strasbourg are at the top of the table with 10 points, but Samsunspor is above Strasbourg only on goal difference. Following closely behind are Celje, Shakhtar Donetsk and Mainz. Other teams making up the top eight are Rakow Czestochowa, AEK Larnaca and FC Drita.
Qualification Scenarios
The top eight teams at the end of the league phase will automatically qualify for the last 16. Teams ranked ninth to 24th will advance to a play-off round to compete for the remaining spots in the last 16. The bottom 12 teams will be eliminated from the competition.
Key Teams in Focus
- Samsunspor: The Turkish side currently sits at the top of the table with 10 points.
- Strasbourg: Strasbourg also has 10 points and is second to Samsunspor based on goal difference.
- Crystal Palace: Crystal Palace is currently in 18th position with six points.
Points Needed for Qualification
Last season, it took more points to break into the top eight in the Conference League than in the Europa League. Cercle Brugge finished eighth with 11 points, while TSC Backa Topola secured 24th place with seven points.
Opta's Predictions
Opta has predicted that Crystal Palace will secure automatic qualification for the knockouts, finishing in fourth place with 14 points. They also predict that Aston Villa will finish at the top of their Europa League group and Nottingham Forest will secure a play-off spot in 14th in the Europa League.
With several matches still to be played, the UEFA Conference League standings are subject to change. Teams will be looking to secure their place in the top eight to guarantee a spot in the last 16, while others will be aiming to gather enough points to advance to the play-off round.
