It is the most prestigious tournament for clubs, with the champions of Europe's top national leagues participating.

The national federations are allowed to request extra places or upgrades from the EHF European League.

Depending on the ranking of their national federation and of the criteria list, teams can enter the competition in either qualification or the group phase.

In addition, the tenth spot is reserved for the best ranked national federation of the EHF European League.

Each pairing is decided via a home and away format, with the aggregate winners over the two legs advancing to the quarter-finals.

The ties are decided through a home and away format, with the four winners over the two legs played in each pairing advancing to the EHF FINAL4.

The participating EHF FINAL4 teams are paired for the semi-finals through a draw and play the last two matches of the season over a single weekend at one venue.