Europa League Round of 16 Draw: Everything You Need to Know
Following the conclusion of the Europa League playoff round, the draw for the Round of 16 will take place. Here are the key details about this important event in the European football calendar:
When is the Europa League Round of 16 draw?
The draw will be held on Friday, February 21 at 13:00 CET in Nyon, Switzerland.
How does the draw work?
The draw will pair the 8 group winners with the 8 playoff round winners. Some key points about the format:
- Teams from the same country can now face each other
- Teams that met in the group stage can be drawn against each other
- Group winners will play the second leg at home
When are the Round of 16 matches played?
The first legs will take place on March 6, 2025, with the return legs scheduled for March 13, 2025.
Who participates in this stage?
16 teams will compete in the Round of 16 – the 8 group winners and 8 playoff round winners. After these two-legged ties, 8 teams will advance to the quarter-finals.
The Champions League and Conference League draws will also take place on February 21, following a similar format.