Following FIFA's extended 16-day international break, club soccer resumed over the weekend, showcasing some of Europe's top teams and players. As the focus shifts to a full schedule of UEFA Champions League matches, the rankings of the best clubs after seven weeks into the 2026-27 season are as follows:
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20. Bayer Leverkusen
Record: 3-1-1
Leverkusen improved to 3-1-1 after a thrilling 4-3 win over Mainz, placing them fourth in the Bundesliga.
19. Lazio
Record: 5-1-0
Lazio remains unbeaten at 4-0-1, sharing points with Serie A leaders Inter.
18. Brentford
Record: 2-4-0
Brentford currently qualifies for the Champions League on goal difference, mirroring Brighton's standing.
17. Porto
Record: 8-0-0
Porto holds an undefeated record in Liga Portugal and will seek their first Champions League victory against Betis on Wednesday.
16. Liverpool
Record: 2-3-1
Despite their reputation and a slow start under manager Andoni Iraola, Liverpool has just two wins in six matches, ranking ninth in the Premier League.
15. Monaco
Record: 4-2-0
Monaco leads Ligue 1 early this season, casting off last year's mid-table finish while missing U.S. star Folarin Balogun, who has been sidelined since his transfer to Everton fell through.
14. Roma
Record: 4-2-0
After finishing in the top three last season, Roma looks to maintain their strong position as they prepare to face Real Madrid in the Champions League.
13. Chelsea
Record: 3-1-2
Under new manager Xabi Alonso, Chelsea claimed a significant 5-1 victory over Bournemouth, leading them to aim for a top-three finish for the first time since the 2021-22 season.
12. Freiburg
Record: 4-1-0
Freiburg is currently leading the Bundesliga, managing to remain unbeaten even after playing a significant portion of a recent match with ten men.
11. Real Betis
Record: 6-1-1
Betis shares points with Atlético Madrid, boasting a strong record this season, including a recent 5-2 victory over Osasuna.
10. Brighton & Hove Albion
Record: 4-1-1
Brighton defied expectations with four wins and a solid start, positioning them third in the Premier League.
9. Real Madrid
Record: 6-0-2
Despite their historical prowess, Real Madrid currently sits within Champions League qualification after a challenging start, gearing up for a key match against Roma.
8. Borussia Dortmund
Record: 4-1-0
Dortmund is tied with Freiburg at the top of the Bundesliga, after several years marked by the departure of star players.
7. Atlético Madrid
Record: 6-1-1
Atlético Madrid leads their rivals Real by one point and has only lost twice this season, ahead of their clash with Manchester United.
6. Inter Milan
Record: 5-1-0
Inter continues their dominance in Serie A, currently leading with new striker Lautaro Martinez at the helm.
5. Paris Saint-Germain
Record: 3-2-1
PSG needs to improve following their championship hangover; they are positioned sixth in Ligue 1 but face pivotal matches against Manchester City and Barcelona.
4. Bayern Munich
Record: 3-2-0
Despite lower league standing, Bayern ranks first in the Elo ratings, looking to regain momentum as they prepare for their Champions League match against Viking.
3. Arsenal
Record: 5-0-1
Last season's winners remain in top form despite a pre-international break loss to Brighton, winning their other matches impressively.
2. FC Barcelona
Record: 8-0-0
Barcelona began their title defense undefeated, bolstered by new World Cup winners and set to face Galatasaray on Tuesday.
1. Manchester City
Record: 6-0-0
Despite ongoing financial scrutiny, City remains unbeaten, having defeated Liverpool 3-0 on Sunday and preparing for a high-stakes match against PSG.