The Europa League 2024/25 round of 16 draw has set up exciting fixtures, with Premier League heavyweights Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur handed challenging matchups against Real Sociedad and AZ Alkmaar, respectively.
Both English clubs are considered among the frontrunners to lift the trophy but will need to navigate past formidable opposition to keep their European hopes alive.
Premier League Giants Eye Europa League Glory
Despite their status as tournament favorites, Manchester United and Tottenham finished behind Lazio and Athletic Club in the competition’s inaugural league phase.
As a result, they now face tricky ties against top-tier European sides.
Manchester United will travel to Spain to face Real Sociedad, a team known for its technical quality and disciplined defense.
Meanwhile, Tottenham Hotspur takes on Dutch outfit AZ Alkmaar, a side capable of springing surprises against more established clubs.
Other Notable Europa League Round of 16 Fixtures
Elsewhere, Lazio takes on Viktoria Plzen, while Athletic Club whose San Mamés stadium will host this season’s final must overcome Roma in one of the standout ties of the round.
Scottish side Rangers also face a stern test as they go head-to-head with Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce, promising a tactical showdown between two passionate clubs.
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Full Europa League 2024/25 Round of 16 Draw
Viktoria Plzen vs Lazio
Bodo/Glimt vs Olympiacos
Ajax vs Eintracht Frankfurt
AZ Alkmaar vs Tottenham
Real Sociedad vs Manchester United
FCSB vs Lyon
Fenerbahce vs Rangers
Roma vs Athletic Club
Europa League 2024/25 Quarter-Final Draw
Bodo/Glimt/Olympiacos vs Viktoria Plzen/Lazio
AZ Alkmaar/Tottenham vs Ajax/Eintracht Frankfurt
Roma/Athletic Club vs Fenerbahce/Rangers
FCSB/Lyon vs Real Sociedad/Manchester United
Europa League 2024/25 Semi-Final Draw
Winners of Quarter-Final 2 vs Winners of Quarter-Final 1
Winners of Quarter-Final 3 vs Winners of Quarter-Final 4
Key Dates for the Europa League Knockout Stage
The first legs of the Europa League round of 16 are set to take place on Thursday, 6 March, with the return fixtures scheduled for 13 March.
For Manchester United, the European ties will be particularly challenging, as they face a crucial Premier League clash against Arsenal in between.
Tottenham, on the other hand, will encounter in-form Bournemouth, adding to their busy schedule.
The Europa League 2024/25 round of 16 draw has set the stage for a thrilling set of fixtures.
With Manchester United, Tottenham, Lazio, and Athletic Club all vying for a place in the next round, the competition promises high-stakes drama and intense action. Stay tuned for what could be a season-defining set of matches for Europe’s second-tier competition.
