The UEFA has introduced changes to the access list for European club competitions for the 2015-18 cycle. Starting from the 2015 season, the winner of the Europa League will directly qualify for the next edition of the Champions League. This decision is aimed at increasing interest in the Europa League. The winner of the Europa League in 2014-2015, for example, will play in the Champions League during the 2015-2016 edition. The objective is to enhance the appeal of the Europa League and provide its winner with a more direct path to the prestigious Champions League.
UEFA: THE WINNER OF THE EUROPA LEAGUE WILL GO TO THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE IN 2015
