The UEFA Europa League is set to resume as the last 16 teams prepare for their matchups, with fixtures available on Sky Sports. Manchester United, who finished the league stage unbeaten, will play Real Sociedad, while Tottenham Hotspur have been drawn against AZ Alkmaar. Fellow Scottish club Rangers will face Fenerbahce in what should be a thrilling second-round set of knockout football.
The great league form of Manchester United during the league phase made them the big favourites. They became the only team in the tournament to complete the group stages without a defeat. This record might serve as a new high point as they head into their next match against Real Sociedad. The other Spanish representative, Real Madrid, qualified very recently after defeating Midtjylland by an aggregate of 7-3.
The first legs of the round of 16 matches are scheduled for March 6. Return legs will take place on March 13. These matchups will determine who moves on in the biggest statewide varsity tournament in the country. The quarter-finals will be held on April 10 and April 17.
Overview of Last 16 Matchups
Alongside Manchester United v Real Sociedad, the other stand-out tie is Tottenham’s match-up against AZ Alkmaar. Spurs have a history of success against AZ, winning 1-0 in their most recent meeting. This history offers an important psychological advantage as they head into battle of the next head-to-head showdown.
Rangers are now preparing for their next tough test, against Turkish side Fenerbahce. The Rangers’ tactical style and performance will be key as they look to make a deep run of their own in this year’s tournament.
As these teams prepare for crucial matches, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how strategies unfold and whether any upsets may occur.
Path to the Final
The quarter-finals of the Europa League start on 10 April. Catch all the action when the second legs pick up again on April 17th! The teams moving on will then face off in the semi-finals on May 1, with second legs on May 8. The tension increases, as clubs compete for a highly coveted place in the final.
The 2024 UEFA Europa League final match will be held at Estadio de San Mames in Bilbao, Spain. Save the date for May 21st! Only Manchester United and Tottenham remain capable of meeting each other in the final. This new development adds a thrilling layer of mystery and suspense to this year’s competition! If either of these two teams make it through the knockout stages, fans will be treated with an exciting showdown. It should be a great matchup between two English clubs!
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