This piece covers the latest edition of the continent’s second-tier club competition in detail, with a focus on what fans in North America and beyond can expect.
The Europa League has arrived for another season. The 2022/23 campaign marked the 52nd edition of this major club tournament, the 14th since it replaced the UEFA Cup, and the second since the current format was introduced. It began on August 4, 2022, and culminated with the final on May 31, 2023. Fans could access the competition through Movistar via Orange TV to watch the 2022-2023 season in markets where that service is offered.
With Eintracht Frankfurt holding the crown from the 2021-2022 season, the competition was set to deliver high-stakes football across Europe, featuring a mix of seasoned European sides and hopeful upstarts vying for knockout glory.
Europa League 2022-2023 guide: when it starts, qualified teams, draws, format and calendar
Europa League quarter-finals 2022-2023: when are they
The quarterfinals unfolded over two consecutive weeks. The first legs took place on April 13, with the return fixtures following on April 20.
Round of 16 of the 2022-2023 Europa League: when are they
After the draw conducted on February 24, 2023, seeded teams faced a two-legged tie, scheduled for March 9 and March 16, 2023.
Matches, schedules and results of the first leg of the round of 16
Matches, schedules and results of the second leg of the round of 16
2022-2023 Europa League Round of 16 Playoff: Teams, Fixtures, Calendar, Schedules and Results
matches in the first leg
games back
Group stage of the 2022-2023 Europa League: when it starts, groups, teams, fixtures, calendar, dates, times, day and standings
During the group phase, competition action kicked off with multiple fixtures on Thursday, September 8, 2022. The group stage comprised six matchdays, ending on November 3, 2022.
- Day 1: Sept 8
- Day 2: Sept 15
- Day 3: October 6
- Day 4: October 13
- Day 5: October 27
- Day 6: November 3
September 8 details showcased a slate of evening kickoffs across Europe, with results shaping the trajectory toward the knockouts. Teams like Arsenal, Manchester United, Real Sociedad, and others featured prominently as the group stage advanced.
September 15 and October 6 brought further results, defining standings in each group. The schedule continued through October 13, October 27, and culminated with the November 3 conclusions that set the stage for the knockout rounds.
The tournament schedule highlighted that matches were primarily played on Thursdays, with two main time slots generally offered: 6:45 PM and 9:00 PM local time.
Where was the 2023 UEFA Europa League Final held? Budapest hosted the final at the Puskás Aréna. This venue, initially chosen for the 2022 final, was confirmed in 2020 to host the 2023 decider, delivering a memorable European night for fans in Hungary and those watching from abroad.
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Notes: This overview reflects the competition structure, past results, and the scheduling framework for the 2022-2023 Europa League season. All dates refer to the local time zones used for match broadcasts and fixtures throughout Europe.