The first leg of the Europa League Round of 16 delivered thrilling action across the board, with only one match ending in a draw. Manchester United continued their inconsistent form, settling for a 1-1 draw against Real Sociedad. Despite dominating possession, the Red Devils couldn't capitalize on their chances.

Meanwhile, Lazio pulled off a dramatic 2-1 victory over Viktoria Plzeň, even after being reduced to nine men. The Italian side showed resilience and determination, securing a crucial advantage ahead of the second leg.

In another standout performance, Lyon secured an impressive away win against FCSB, thanks to a brace from Fofana. The midfielder's clinical finishing proved decisive, putting the French club in a strong position to advance.

2024-25, Europa League

Day : 2025-03-06

"Viktoria Plzen" - "Lazio" 1:2 (0:1)
Goals : Romagnoli, 18 (0:1); Durosinmi, 53 (1:1); Isaksen G., 90 (1:2)
Yellow Cards : Kalvach 61; Cadu 70; Červ L. 75 - Vecino 62; Gil Patricio 83
Red cards : - Rovella 77', Gigot 90'

"Bodø/Glimt" - "Olympiakos" 3:0 (2:0)
Goals : Tzolakis, 13 (own goal) (1:0); Högh K., 45 (2:0); Högh K., 55 (3:0)
Yellow Cards : - Biancone 12

"Ajax" - "Frankfurt" 1:2 (1:1)
Goals : Brobbey, 10 (1:0); Larsson Hu., 27 (1:1); Skhiri, 70 (1:2)
Yellow Cards : Traore B. 68; Henderson 90 - Skhiri 34; Collins N. 38

"AZ Alkmaar" - "Tottenham" 1:0 (1:0)
Goals : Bergvall, 18 (own goal) (1:0)
Yellow Cards : Koopmeiners P. 65; Poku E. 68; van Duijn 90 - Bentancur 62

"Real Sociedad" - "Manchester United" 1:1 (0:0)
Goals : Zirkzee, 57 (0:1); Oyarzabal, 70 (penalty) (1:1)
Yellow Cards : Zubeldia I. 49 - Fernandes B. 56

"FCSB" - "Lyon" 1:3 (0:1)
Goals : Tagliafico, 30 (0:1); Baluta A.M., 68 (1:1); Fofana M., 86 (1:2); Fofana M., 89 (1:3)
Yellow Cards : Sut A. 11; Miculescu D. 47 -

"Fenerbahce" - "Rangers" 1:3 (1:2)
Goals : Dessers, 6 (0:1); Djiku, 30 (1:1); Černý V., 42 (1:2); Černý V., 81 (1:3)
Yellow Cards : Talisca 67 - Souttar 54

"AS Roma" - "Athletic Bilbao" 2:1 (0:0)
Goals : Inaki Williams, 50 (0:1); Angelino, 56 (1:1); Shomurodov, 90 (2:1)
Yellow Cards : Shomurodov 72 - Yeray 19, 85; Alboniga 34; Sannadi 39
Red cards : - Yeray 85'