UEFA Europa League 2023/2024: Fixtures and Schedule
Group Stage to Knockout Rounds
The UEFA Europa League is one of the most prestigious club football competitions in Europe, and the 2023/2024 season promises to be another thrilling edition. The group stage will kick off on September 8, 2023, and the final will be held on May 29, 2024, in Dublin, Ireland.
Key Dates
- Group Stage: September 8 - November 3, 2023
- Round of 32: February 16 and 23, 2024
- Round of 16: March 9 and 16, 2024
- Quarter-finals: April 13 and 20, 2024
- Semi-finals: May 11 and 18, 2024
- Final: May 29, 2024
Teams Participating
A total of 32 teams will participate in the group stage of the UEFA Europa League 2023/2024. These teams will be drawn into eight groups of four teams each. The top two teams from each group will advance to the knockout rounds.
The teams participating in the group stage will be determined by their performance in their respective domestic leagues and cup competitions. The following teams have already qualified for the group stage:
- Arsenal (England)
- Manchester United (England)
- Roma (Italy)
- Lazio (Italy)
- Real Sociedad (Spain)
- Real Betis (Spain)
- Bayer Leverkusen (Germany)
- RB Leipzig (Germany)
Format
The group stage will be played in a round-robin format, with each team playing two matches against each other team in their group. The top two teams from each group will advance to the knockout rounds.
The knockout rounds will be played over two legs, with the away goals rule in operation. If the aggregate score is level after two legs, extra time and, if necessary, a penalty shootout will be used to determine the winner.
Favorites
Arsenal and Manchester United are the two favorites to win the 2023/2024 UEFA Europa League. Both teams have strong squads and have a lot of experience in European competitions.
Other teams that could challenge for the title include Roma, Lazio, Real Sociedad, Real Betis, Bayer Leverkusen, and RB Leipzig.
Conclusion
The 2023/2024 UEFA Europa League is shaping up to be a thrilling competition. With a number of top teams involved, there is sure to be plenty of excitement and drama along the way.
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