Explained: How finishing seventh in the Premier League can secure Champions League qualification

Premier League clubs have been given a huge boost as the race to seal a spot in next season's Champions League hots up. It's now been confirmed that there is a possibility the team finishing in seventh place in the English top flight could qualify for Europe's premier club competition. Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United and Aston Villa are currently in the top four places, with Liverpool, Chelsea and Brentford next in the table.