The 2025/26 Europa League draw takes place on August 29, following the completion of play-off ties. Tottenham is the defending champion after a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in the previous final. Spanish clubs hold the most titles, leading with 14, while England and Italy have 10 each. The competition format has changed, with each team now playing eight matches in the league phase against various opponents. The top eight teams will advance automatically to the round of 16, while others must compete in knockout play-offs to qualify.
The draw for the 2025/26 edition of the Europa League will schedule the initial eight matches as teams from across Europe bid to succeed Tottenham as champions.
Spurs beat Manchester United 1-0 in the 2024/25 final to win the competition for a second time, with Sevilla's seven triumphs making the Spanish side by far the most successful team in Europa League history.
Spanish clubs lead the way with 14 title wins, with England and Italy next on 10 apiece as Aston Villa and Crystal Palace aim to add another from the Premier League this season.
In a change from the previous group stage held until 2023/24, each team now plays eight matches in the league phase, all against different opponents.
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