Manchester United, Tottenham, and Rangers have all learned their potential Europa League last-16 opponents after successfully navigating the league phase.
Both United and Spurs finished in the top eight, securing direct qualification for the last 16 with victories on Thursday night.
United claimed a 2-0 win over FCSB, thanks to goals from Diogo Dalot and Kobbie Mainoo, while Tottenham overcame Elfsborg 3-0 with second-half strikes from young talents Dane Scarlett, Damola Ajayi, and Mikey Moore.
Rangers faced a tougher path, entering the final gameweek in 13th place. However, a dramatic 2-1 win over Union Saint-Gilloise, combined with favorable results elsewhere, propelled them into eighth place and automatic progression to the last 16.
Who Could They Face?
Manchester United & Tottenham: Both English clubs will face one of Real Sociedad, Galatasaray, Alkmaar, or Midtjylland in the last-16 draw.
Rangers: The Scottish side could meet Bodo/Glimt, Anderlecht, Twente, or Fenerbahce in the next round.
Key Europa League Dates
Knockout Playoff Draw: January 31 at 12 PM GMT (streamed on UEFA’s website and TNT Sports 2).
Knockout Playoff Matches: First leg on February 13, second leg on February 20.
Round-of-16 Draw: February 21, alongside quarter-final and semi-final draws.
With the last-16 lineup taking shape, anticipation builds for the next stage as United, Spurs, and Rangers prepare to take on Europe’s elite.