The Europa League knockout rounds approach will culminate in two crucial draws this week. On Friday, March 17, the process to decide the quarter-finals and the semi-finals will unfold at 1 p.m. local time, revealing which eight teams have survived the Round of 16 and securing their spots in the next stage of the competition.
Following the conclusion of the Round of 16 qualifiers, the eight advancing teams will be known. That same day, the draw will determine both the matchups for the quarter-finals and the semi-finals, setting up the path to the final. The sequence and rules of the draw are designed to pair remaining contenders while preserving the integrity of the knockout format. For the quarter-finals, the first-leg fixtures will be scheduled to be played on home soil in the participating clubs’ stadiums, with the eventual winners advancing to the semi-finals through two-legged ties. It is important to note that the semi-final draw is conducted prior to the completion of the quarter-final ties, meaning the semi-final pairings are determined in advance of their quarter-final outcomes. This ensures clarity for teams and fans as they anticipate the rest of the competition.
Where to watch the Europa League quarter-final and semi-final draws live online: TV channel and streaming options
The draw for the Europa League quarter-finals and semi-finals is scheduled to be held next Friday, March 17, 2023, in Nyon, Switzerland, beginning at 13:00 local time. Viewers in Canada and the United States can follow the proceedings through official broadcast partners and streaming services that provide live coverage of the event, ensuring fans can track which pairings emerge and how the knockout stage will unfold.
Understanding the draw format
From the eight teams that have advanced from the Round of 16, the draw determines the four quarter-final matchups. Each quarter-final pairing is decided for two-legged contests, with the first legs hosted by the higher-seeded teams in the pairing. After the quarter-final ties are set, the same day will also determine the semi-final pairings, again as two-legged fixtures. A notable detail is that the semi-final draw is made before the quarter-final results are finalised, so the tournament’s progression is outlined in advance, and teams know potential paths to the final even before all quarter-final results are resolved. As an example, the winner of match X might face the winner of match Y, illustrating how the bracket can shape up ahead of time.
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Schedule for the quarter-finals and semi-finals
- The first legs of the quarter-finals are set for April 13, with the return legs on April 20.
- The first legs of the semi-finals are scheduled for May 11, with the return legs on May 18.