By Joshua Browne This week’s European matches hold significant weight in determining which of the continent’s top divisions will secure an extra Champions League place next season, with the Premier League’s hopes in the balance following unexpected outcomes in the quarter-final first legs across Europe. The expansion of the Champions League to 36 teams with a ‘Swiss League’ format means the top two countries in UEFA’s coefficient rankings earn extra spots. Success at any level, not just the Champions League, earns bonus points. Liverpool’s surprising 3-0 loss to Atalanta at Anfield not only je…