Europa League and Conference League Quarter-Finals Kick Off Tonight
Tonight marks another chapter in European football as the quarter-finals of both the UEFA Europa League and the UEFA Europa Conference League get underway. Across both competitions, eight high-stakes fixtures promise drama, passion, and the rise of new heroes under the European lights.
Europa League: Heavyweights Collide, Underdogs Dream
The Europa League quarter-finals boast a lineup stacked with pedigree and power. Two ties feature clashes between clubs from Europe’s elite leagues. In North London, Tottenham Hotspur host German challengers Eintracht Frankfurt, while over in France, Olympique Lyonnais welcome Premier League giants Manchester United—a clash that promises fireworks and tactical intrigue.
The romantic underdog story of the round comes courtesy of Norway's Bodø/Glimt. Having stunned Olympiacos in the Round of 16, the Scandinavian side now face their biggest test yet against Serie A contenders SS Lazio. Can the Arctic Circle club continue their fairytale run?
Meanwhile in Glasgow, Rangers FC face off against Spanish stalwarts Athletic Club Bilbao. Both sides bring a passionate fanbase and rich history, making this one of the most balanced and unpredictable ties of the round.
Conference League: A Pathway to Glory for Europe’s Dark Horses
The Europa Conference League has always been about opportunity — and this year is no different. Among the final eight, only three clubs hail from Europe’s traditional top leagues. Chelsea FC travel to Poland to face a determined Legia Warsaw side, in what could be a hostile atmosphere for the Londoners.
In Seville, Real Betis aim to assert their dominance as they host Jagiellonia Białystok, a club writing its own Cinderella story. Meanwhile, Italy’s Fiorentina hit the road to Slovenia, where they’ll face an ambitious NK Celje team looking to make history on home soil.
And finally, in a showdown of less-heralded sides, Sweden's Djurgårdens IF meet Austria's resilient SK Rapid Wien. One of these two will reach a European semi-final — an achievement that could redefine their modern legacy.
