When is the Europa League Round of 16 draw?
Friday, February 27, 2026, at 7 a.m. ET.
Sports / Europa League
The UEFA Europa League is heading towards the Round of 16, and anticipation is building. Here’s everything you need to know about the draw, including when and where it takes place, how to watch, and the potential matchups.
The Europa League knockout stage is set to deliver thrilling matchups. The draw on February 27 will determine the path for the remaining teams, with potential pairings creating excitement among fans. Several teams have already secured their spot, while others battled through playoff rounds to advance. The draw will not have any restrictions, meaning teams from the same country can face each other. For example, the winner between Nottingham Forest and Fenerbahçe knows that Real Betis and Midtjylland are the only two possible opponents they can draw.
Europa League knockout round schedule:
Teams already qualified: Aston Villa, Braga, Freiburg, Lyon, Midtjylland, Porto, Real Betis, and Roma
Potential Round of 16 Pairings:
Friday, February 27, 2026, at 7 a.m. ET.
UEFA.com, UEFA.tv, and the official UEFA Europa League app.
May 20 at Beşiktaş Park in Istanbul, Turkey.
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