The UEFA Europa League quarter-final matchups have been confirmed following the conclusion of the Round of 16 on Thursday night. The competition is heating up as some of Europe’s biggest clubs prepare for their next challenge on the road to the final.
Manchester United secured their place in the last eight after a solid 3-1 victory over Real Sociedad at Old Trafford, completing a 4-2 aggregate win. Erik ten Hag’s squad will now face Lyon, who made light work of FCSB, winning 7-1 on aggregate. This clash promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams eager to advance to the semi-finals.
Tottenham Hotspur also delivered a strong performance, coming from behind to defeat AZ Alkmaar 3-1 in North London. Ange Postecoglou’s men will now face Eintracht Frankfurt, who are known for their attacking style of play. Fans can expect a thrilling contest as both sides fight for a spot in the next round.
Rangers endured a nerve-wracking night against Fenerbahce, with the Scottish side winning 3-1 in Turkey but losing 2-0 at home. This led to a dramatic penalty shootout, where Rangers eventually secured their place in the quarter-finals. They will now take on Athletic Bilbao, who advanced after Nico Williams’ impressive brace helped them secure a 3-1 second-leg victory over AS Roma.
Meanwhile, Bodo/Glimt will face Lazio in another highly anticipated fixture. Lazio progressed after a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Viktoria Plzen, ensuring their place in the last eight. The Norwegian side, known for their attacking flair, will look to cause an upset against the Italian giants.
The first-leg matches will be played on April 10, with the return legs scheduled for April 17. All games are set to deliver intense action as teams aim to secure a place in the semi-finals.
Europa League Quarter-Final Fixtures:
First Legs (April 10):
- Bodo/Glimt vs Lazio (18:45 CET)
- Tottenham vs Eintracht Frankfurt
- Rangers vs Athletic Bilbao
- Lyon vs Manchester United
Second Legs (April 17):
- Eintracht Frankfurt vs Tottenham
- Lazio vs Bodo/Glimt
- Athletic Bilbao vs Rangers
- Manchester United vs Lyon
