The UEFA has announced a significant change to the Europa League format for the 2024/25 season, aligning with the recent overhaul of the UEFA Champions League format. In a departure from the traditional group stage system, the Europa League will now adopt a league-style format.
Under this new structure, teams will face each other in a league format rather than being divided into groups. As a result, the draw will no longer assign teams to groups but will instead schedule fixtures directly.
Manchester United, one of the notable teams in the competition, has been drawn against several formidable opponents. Among the highlights of their fixtures is a highly anticipated match against Fenerbahçe, managed by former United boss José Mourinho. The game promises to be a focal point of the season, rekindling memories of Mourinho’s tenure at Old Trafford.
Pot 1 Fixtures for Manchester United:
- Manchester United vs Rangers (Home)
- Manchester United vs Porto (Away)
- Manchester United vs PAOK (Home)
- Manchester United vs Fenerbahçe (Away)
- Manchester United vs Bodo/Glimt (Home)
- Manchester United vs Victoria Plzen (Away)
- Manchester United vs Twente (Home)
- Manchester United vs FCSB (Away)
This new format is expected to increase the competitive nature of the tournament, as teams will face a broader array of opponents in a home-and-away league setup. Fans and analysts alike are eagerly awaiting the first round of fixtures, which will set the stage for what promises to be an exciting and unpredictable Europa League season.
