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When Is The Europa League Draw?
Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United are poised to discover their opponents in the 2024/25 Europa League draw on August 30, 2024. With the introduction of a new league phase format, the draw is crucial for both clubs as they navigate this revamped competition.
New Format: What to Expect
This season’s Europa League introduces a significant change, replacing the traditional group stages with a single 36-team league phase. Each team will play eight matches—four at home and four away—against different opponents. The goal is to finish as high up the table as possible to secure a direct route to the Round of 16. The top eight teams will advance directly, while those finishing between ninth and 24th will enter the knockout play-off round.
Tottenham and United’s Pot Position
Both Tottenham and Manchester United find themselves in Pot 1, meaning they will avoid facing each other in the league phase. However, this also sets the stage for potentially tricky matchups against strong teams from lower pots. Clubs like Lyon from Pot 2 or Fenerbahce from Pot 3/4 could pose significant challenges.
Potential Opponents
The draw could see either Tottenham or United facing some of Europe’s toughest competitors. For instance, they might be drawn against seasoned Europa League contenders like Olympiacos or Hoffenheim, who have proven their mettle in European competitions.
Here’s a breakdown of the teams participating, arranged by their pot positions:
| Pot 1 | Pot 2 | Pot 3/4 |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester United (England) | Olympiacos (Greece) | Ludogorets Razgrad/Petrocub (TBD) |
| Tottenham Hotspur (England) | Lyon (France) | RFS/APOEL (TBD) |
| Roma (Italy) | Athletic Club (Spain) | Fenerbahce (Turkey) |
| Porto (Portugal) | Hoffenheim (Germany) | Union Saint-Gilloise (Belgium) |
| Rangers (Scotland) | Nice (France) | Ajax/Jagiellonia Białystok (TBD) |
| Eintracht Frankfurt (Germany) | Twente (Netherlands) | LASK/FCSB (TBD) |
| Lazio (Italy) | Anderlecht/Dinamo Minsk (TBD) | Maccabi Tel Aviv/TSB (TBD) |
| Real Sociedad (Spain) | Lugano/Besiktas (TBD) | PAOK/Shamrock Rovers (TBD) |
The Wait Is Almost Over
As Tottenham and Manchester United gear up for the Europa League, the draw will be a pivotal moment, setting the stage for their campaigns. Both clubs will be looking to avoid potential pitfalls and secure favorable matchups to advance smoothly in this newly formatted competition.
The anticipation is high, and fans are eager to see which teams will stand on their path to European glory.
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