UEFA Europa League News

Juventus vs Freiburg prediction, odds, picks, TV, live stream

Italian giants Juventus have an opportunity to inject hope into an otherwise fading season as they host Bundesliga side Freiburg in the first leg of their Europa League Round of 16 matchup.

Fan attack on Sevilla goalkeeper brings safety back into focus: 'This has to stop'

Sevilla's keeper was punched in the face by a disgruntled fan in Thursday's Europa League match against PSV Eindhoven.

Who are Arsenal playing in the Europa League? Path explained

Here's how Premier League contenders Arsenal's schedule looks when their Europa League campaign resumes.

Ten Hag: Barcelona victory eclipses Arsenal, Liverpool wins

Erik ten Hag says Manchester United's win over Barcelona in the Europa League trumps their victories over Arsenal and Liverpool in the Premier League.

Europa League knockout playoffs fixtures 2023: All the dates & times

There are some big names involved in the Europa League knockout playoffs with the likes of Manchester United, Ajax, Barcelona, and Juventus in the mix. Here's everything you need to know about the playoffs, as 16 teams try to stay alive in Europe.

Europa League draw: Man United reach Round of 16 at Barca's expense

Manchester United defeated Barcelona in the Europa League playoff round to reach the draw for the Round of 16, which takes place on February 24.

Barcelona vs Man United history: Head-to-head record

Barcelona boast an impressive record against Manchester United but were beaten by the Red Devils at the playoff stage of the Europa League.

Man United vs Barcelona live stream to watch online

Manchester United do battle with Barcelona in their Europa League Round of 16 playoff second leg showdown — here are all the key details on how to stream the match worldwide.

What channel is Man United vs Barcelona?

Barcelona travel to Manchester United in their Europa League Round of 16 playoff second leg in midweek — here is how to watch the match live across the world.

Man United vs Barcelona betting tips, odds & prediction for Europa League

Either Manchester United or Barcelona will emerge from Old Trafford with their continental dreams still alive, while the other will see their European season come to an early end.

Man United vs Barcelona lineups, confirmed starting 11s

Man United welcome Barcelona to Old Trafford in midweek with both sides looking to secure their spot in the Europa League Round of 16.

Man United vs Barcelona live stream, TV channel, lineups and odds

Manchester United take on Barcelona in their Europa League Round of 16 playoff second leg in midweek with both sides aiming to avoid an early European exit.

Rashford: United thriller with Barcelona 'felt like a loss'

Marcus Rashford equalled his best ever tally in a season but was left frustrated after Manchester United shared a 2-2 draw at Barcelona in the UEFA Europa League Round of 16 playoffs.

Barcelona land Manchester United in Europa League playoffs draw

Having been knocked out of the Champions League, Barcelona must overcome Manchester United in the Europa League playoffs.

Barcelona's full record in the UEFA Cup and Europa League

Barcelona are bidding to win the Europa League this season as Xavi's side remain in the hunt for a treble of major trophies. Here is a breakdown of their record in the competition, including the old UEFA Cup format.

Barcelona vs Man United: TV, streaming, lineups and odds

The 2022/23 Europa League returns this week, at the Round of 16 playoff stage, as Manchester United head to La Liga giants Barcelona.

Barcelona vs Man United lineups, starting 11

Manchester United's Europa League campaign continues in midweek as they travel to Barcelona.

Barcelona vs Man United prediction, betting tips & odds

A top-tier contest graces the Europa League knockout playoff round as Barcelona host Manchester United in the first leg of their much-anticipated continental showdown.

Barcelona vs Man United live stream to watch online

Man United face a tough return to Europa League action this week as they head to Barcelona - here's all the details on how to stream the match live across the world.

What channel is Barcelona vs Man United?

Man United travel to Barcelona on their Europa League return in 2023 - here's all the details on how to watch the match live.

How has Erik ten Hag improved Man United?

In the six months since a humiliating loss at Brentford, Manchester United have made great strides under Erik ten Hag. Next up is a Europa League meeting with Barcelona, who are arguably the most in-form team in Europe.

Barcelona referee investigation explained: Latest details of the case

Barcelona find themselves caught up in a new scandal involving a payment allegedly made to a member of Spain's referee committee. The Sporting News has all the details of the investigation by prosecutors.

Has Ronaldo ever played in the Europa League?

With Manchester United set to play in the 2022/23 Europa League, The Sporting News looks at Cristiano Ronaldo's record in the competition.

Who will Barcelona face in the Europa League?

Are Barcelona out of the Champions League? Barcelona now face a tricky knockout round playoff in the Europa League.

Manchester United in Europa League: Barcelona awaits in knockout playoffs

Manchester United need to come through a playoff against Barcelona in order to reach the last-16 of the Europa League.

Time, seeds, TV, live stream for Europa League knockout playoffs draw

With the group stage now done, the UEFA Europa League is well and truly heating up. The knockout stage will begin after the World Cup concludes, but the draw will set the matches before 2022 is out.

Garnacho's Man United winner not enough to avoid Europa League playoff

Manchester United will need to come through a playoff in the Europa League to reach the last-16 despite beating Real Sociedad 1-0 in their final group match.

What do Arsenal need to finish top of their Europa League group?

A 2-0 loss to PSV on Thursday night means Arsenal's Europa League future won't be settled until their final group match. 

Ronaldo scores in return to Man Utd team against Sheriff

Cristiano Ronaldo found the back of the net in his first appearance for Manchester United since refusing to come on as a substitute against Tottenham Hotspur.

How to watch Manchester United vs. Sheriff Tiraspol

Manchester United enjoyed a positive week in the Premier League and will now look for three points against Sheriff Tiraspol in the Europa League.

Why did Unai Emery fail at Arsenal? Reasons Gunners fired him

Unai Emery is seen as a master of European play, but his rocky Arsenal tenure came to an end after 18 months before he could ever gain a foothold. What went wrong for the Spaniard at the Emirates?

Why are Arsenal playing in the Europa League this week?

Arsenal are playing in the Europa League rather than the Premier League this week. Here's why — and when their game against Manchester City could take place.

McTominay's injury-time winner saves Man Utd from Europa League disappointment

Scott McTominay came off the bench to pinch a late winner for Manchester United in their 1-0 Europa League victory at home to Omonia Nicosia.

How to watch Manchester United vs. Omonia

Manchester United host Cypriot side Omonia Nicosia in Europa League action as Erik ten Hag's men look to take another step closer to securing a spot in the knockout stages.

Arsenal beat Bodo/Glimt to top Europa League group

Read how Arsenal beat Bodo/Glimt 3-0 to go top in Group A with an emphatic Europa League win.

Rashford and Martial come to Man United's rescue against Omonia

Manchester United made hard work of their long Europa League trip to Cyprus in midweek as Erik ten Hag's side narrowly beat Neil Lennon's Omonia Nicosia.

How to watch Omonia vs. Man United

Manchester United head to Cyprus in midweek Europa League action as Erik ten Hag's side take on Omonia Nicosia in Group E.

Arsenal vs. Bodo/Glimt time, TV channel, stream, betting odds

How to watch Arsenal host Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League group stage, plus the latest team news and betting odds.

Ronaldo opens his 2022/23 account as Man Utd beat Sheriff Tiraspol

Manchester United cruised to a 2-0 Europa League win in Moldova against Sheriff Tiraspol with Cristiano Ronaldo netting his first goal of the 2022/23 season.

Story of FC Sheriff name and how club came to dominate Moldova

FC Sheriff Tiraspol, often referred to as simply FC Sheriff or just Sheriff, is only 25 years old. Yet they've transformed themselves into the top club in Moldova, and have occasionally cropped up in European play as a pest for larger European powers.

How to watch Sheriff Tiraspol vs. Manchester United

Manchester United head off to Moldova to face Sheriff Tiraspol in midweek Europa League action with Erik ten Hag chasing a first European win of the season.

When is Arsenal vs. PSV? Why Europa League match was cancelled

Penalty controversy strikes as Real Sociedad win at Man United

Erik ten Hag's first European campaign as Manchester United manager started with a controversial defeat to Real Sociedad at Old Trafford.

Marquinhos and Nketiah star as Arsenal win in Zurich

Arsenal held their nerve to clinch a 2-1 win away at FC Zurich in their opening game of the 2022/23 Europa League.

How to watch Manchester United vs. Real Sociedad

Manchester United begin their UEFA Europa League campaign against Real Sociedad, the side they beat in the last 32 in 2020/21. Here's how to watch the match.

FC Zurich vs. Arsenal: TV, stream, lineups, and odds

Arsenal's 2022/23 Europa League campaign begins away at Swiss champions FC Zurich in midweek action in their Group A opener.

Where is the 2023 Europa League final?

With the 2022 Europa League final all set for Seville, as Rangers take on Eintracht Frankfurt, focus is already shifting to the 2022/23 competition.

Have Rangers ever won a European trophy?

Scottish Premiership giants Rangers are back in the UEFA Champions League for the first time since 2010 and will hope to match their best-ever performance by reaching the knockout stages from Group A.

Arsenal Europa League group draw 2022/23

Arsenal will be looking to make a splash in the Europa League in 2022/23 after narrowly missing out on Champions League qualification last season.

Man United 2022/23 Europa League group draw

Manchester United are back in the Europa League for the 2022/23 campaign after reaching the Champions League knockout stages last season. Here's who they will face in their group.

UEFA Europa League group draw: Arsenal get PSV, United face La Real reunion

The 32-team draw for the Europa League draw was made on Friday. Arsenal and Manchester United will be pretty happy with how things panned out.

UEFA Europa League groups 2022/23: Matchups, fixtures & tiebreaker rules

The 2022-23 Europa League group stage draw will be held in Istanbul on Friday, August 26. Check out the draw in full.

Europa League playoff draw results: Teams learn their fate

There are 10 tickets remaining to the UEFA Europa League group stage and 20 clubs will be vying for them in the playoff round of the 2022/23 edition. Here are the playoff draw results.

When is the 2022/23 UEFA Europa League draw?

The 2022/23 UEFA Europa League comes into focus in the coming weeks with the group stages set to begin from September 8. Here are the draw details.

Who can Manchester United draw in the 2022/23 Europa League group stage?

Manchester United will be on the hunt for European glory in 2022/23 as Erik ten Hag looks to plot a path in the UEFA Europa League.

Who can Arsenal draw in the 2022/23 Europa League group stage?

Arsenal make their return to European action this season after securing a spot in the 2022/23 UEFA Europa League group stages.

How does the 2022/23 UEFA Europa League work?

The 2022/23 UEFA Europa League promises another eye-catching campaign in the months ahead with the road to Budapest already underway.

Europa League third round qualifying draw results

As the club season draws nearer for big teams in Europe, many others are already under way with the qualifying rounds of European competition pushing forward. The Europa League is set to begin its first stage, known as the "third qualifying round," shortly.

European places in Premier League: Full breakdown & updates

There are seven European places up for grabs in the Premier League and two of the spots are still up for grabs going into the final day: Will Tottenham or Arsenal make the Champions League? Man United or West Ham in the Europa League?

Watch: Violence between fans mars Europa League final

Violent scenes between Rangers and Eintracht Frankfurt fans have marred the Europa League final in Seville, Spain

Europa League final by the numbers: The best stats from Frankfurt's victory

The best stats and facts behind Eintracht Frankfurt's penalty shootout victory over Rangers in the UEFA Europa League final.

How the Europa League final was won and lost

Eintracht Frankfurt and Rangers went the distance at a sweltering Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan in pursuit of Europa League glory.

Eintracht Frankfurt win Europa League final after beating Rangers on penalties

Eintracht Frankfurt edged Rangers in a thrilling Europa League final in Seville. The Sporting News brought you live updates throughout.

Europa League 2022 prize money breakdown

Find out how much prize money the teams involved in the UEFA Europa League will pocket in the 2021-22 season.

Predicted Rangers Europa League final starting lineup

A look at how Rangers could line up against Eintracht Frankfurt in the Europa League final.

Predicted Eintracht Frankfurt Europa League final starting lineup

A look at what the Eintracht Frankfurt starting lineup could be against Rangers in the Europa League final.

What channel is the Europa League final? Eintracht Frankfurt vs. Rangers TV and live stream

A guide to how to watch the Europa League final between Eintracht Frankfurt and Rangers in the UK, USA and Canada.

How to watch the Europa League final in Canada

A guide to how to watch the Europa League final between Eintracht Frankfurt and Rangers in Canada.

How did Rangers reach the 2021/22 Europa League final?

Giovanni van Bronckhorst's team beat Borussia Dortmund, Red Star Belgrade, Braga and RB Leipzig on their way to the 2021/22 Europa League final where Rangers will face Eintracht Frankfurt in Seville.

Six Rangers and Frankfurt stars who could make Premier League transfers

Rangers and Eintracht Frankfurt battle it out in Wednesday's Europa League final and Premier League clubs will no doubt be keeping an eye on a host of top talent on show ahead of the transfer window.

Europa League final best bets, expert picks & prediction

An enticing affair is ahead between Eintracht Frankfurt and Rangers in a Europa League final from Seville that promises drama and thrills as a berth in next season's Champions League hangs in the balance.

How much do Europa League final tickets cost?

Details on the ticket allocation for the 2022 Europa League final, which sees Rangers face Eintracht Frankfurt in Seville.

Rangers vs. Eintracht Frankfurt Europa League final preview

Rangers reached the Europa League final for the first time in 14 years after defeating RB Leipzig. They will face more Bundesliga opposition in the form of Eintracht Frankfurt for the right to lift the trophy and play in the 2022-23 Champions League group stage.

When is the Europa League final 2022?

All the information you need to know about the 2022 Europa League final, including the date, time, host city and stadium.

Rangers into Europa League final after Ibrox's game of a generation

Rangers have booked their ticket to the Europa League final in Seville, after a 3-2 aggregate win over RB Leipzig which saw Ibrox rocking. The Scottish Premiership champions are now 90 minutes away from ending a 50-year European trophy wait.

Borre downs hot-headed Hammers after Cresswell red card

Eintracht Frankfurt are through to the Europa League final after they prevailed past 10-man West Ham, with Rafael Santos Borre scoring the second-leg winner.

How to watch Rangers vs. RB Leipzig

RB Leipzig have a 1-0 lead going into the second leg of their Europa League semi-final against Rangers. Here's all the information you need to know about the game at Ibrox.

How to watch Eintracht Frankfurt vs. West Ham

West Ham travel to face Eintracht Frankfurt in the second leg of the Europa League semi-finals, with the Bundesliga side having a 2-1 lead from the first leg.

Kamada strike means West Ham face uphill battle in Europa League semi-final

Goals from Ansgar Knauff and Daichi Kamada gave Eintracht Frankfurt a 2-1 win in the first leg of their Europa League semi-final against West Ham at London Stadium.

Rangers suffer late loss as RB Leipzig edge Europa League semi-final first leg

Rangers proved difficult opponents for RB Leipzig in the Europa League semi final, but in the end the German side managed a 1-0 win. An Angelino volley five minutes from time was enough to ensure that Red Bull head to Ibrox with a one goal lead to defend.

West Ham vs Eintracht Frankfurt: TV, stream & betting

West Ham take on German side Eintracht Frankfurt for a place in the Europa League final. Here's everything you need to know about the game, how to watch it on TV, and the betting odds available.

RB Leipzig vs. Rangers: TV, streaming & betting

Rangers open their Europa League semifinal series away to RB Leipzig, aiming to ensure the series is still within reach ahead of the second leg in Glasgow. Here's how you can watch and bet the match.

West Ham vs. Eintracht Frankfurt: Best bets & expert picks

West Ham will have to put in a top performance to keep Eintracht Frankfurt from leaving London with a positive result in their 2022 Europa League semifinal first leg.

Why were there 30,000 Eintracht Frankfurt fans at the Camp Nou in Barcelona? The Germans dominate the Catalans in their own stadium

Barcelona's European campaign came to a disastrous end with a 3-2 defeat against Eintracht Frankfurt at Camp Nou on Thursday - but one of the most intriguing stories to come out of the result was the number dominance of the away fans in the Catalans' own stadium.

Barcelona crash out of Europa League, lose to Frankfurt

Barcelona put in a disappointing performance as the La Liga giants were eliminated from Europa League play by German side Eintracht Frankfurt 4-3 on aggregate.

Dogged Dawson inspires West Ham to Europa League semi-finals

West Ham marched on into the Europa League semi-finals after a fantastic 3-0 last-eight second-leg win away at Lyon, giving them a 4-1 aggregate victory.

Roofe scores winner as Rangers reach Europa League semi-finals

Kemar Roofe scored the winner as Rangers beat nine-man Braga 3-2 after extra time to reach the semi-finals of the Europa League for the first time since 2008.

Barcelona vs. Eintracht Frankfurt: TV, streaming & betting

A Europa League semifinal berth is at stake. German side Eintracht Frankfurt have a tall task of needing an outright victory or penalty-kick shootout triumph on Barcelona's home turf at the Camp Nou. But Xavi's team has continued to grow in confidence with every passing match and will feel like the berth is theirs to lose.

Rangers vs. Braga: TV, streaming & betting

The Scottish football giants have the mission of overturning a 1-0 deficit at home. But Sporting Braga, 2011 Europa League finalists, have demonstrated of late a knack for hurting teams away from home. One goal by the visitors could put the series out of reach.

Lyon vs West Ham: TV, streaming & betting

West Ham travel to Lyon for the biggest game of their season so far in the Europa League quarterfinals. The series is perfectly balanced at 1-1, and both sides will be confident of reaching the semifinals.

West Ham vs. Lyon result and analysis

All the details for the first leg of the Europa League quarter-final clash between West Ham and Lyon, which takes place in London.

Braga vs. Rangers result & highlights

Abel Ruiz gave Sporting Braga a 1-0 win over Rangers in the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final tie on Thursday.

Torres on target as Barcelona draw against Frankfurt

Ferran Torres equalised as Barcelona drew 1-1 with Eintracht Frankfurt in the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final.

No away goals in Europa League: What happens if teams are tied

The away goals tiebreaker is a thing of the past in European competitions and that includes the Europa League, which held its first knockout stage with the two-leg playoffs. It's extra time and penalty kicks all the way to the final.

Europa League quarterfinals: TV, streaming schedule

West Ham and Barcelona could be set for a memorable semifinal showdown in the Europa League, but they will first need to get by tricky quarterfinal opposition. They could see Rangers in the final if the Scottish club can make it past the next two rounds.

Why is Barcelona playing in the Europa League?

Fans around the world are not accustomed to seeing FC Barcelona battling for the Europa League, formerly known as the UEFA Cup. Here's how the Blaugrana find themselves in Europe's secondary club competition.

Braga vs. Rangers time, TV channel, stream, betting odds

Giovanni van Bronckhorst will hope his side can maintain their free-scoring form in the Europa League when they travel to Sporting Braga in the first leg of their quarter-final tie on Thursday.

West Ham vs. Lyon time, TV channel, stream, betting odds

All the details for the first leg of the Europa League quarter-final clash between West Ham and Lyon, which takes place in London.

Is there a Europa League semi-final draw?

We take a look at some of the potential ties in the Europa League and which teams are likely to meet in the semi-finals.

Eintracht Frankfurt vs. Barcelona time, TV channel, stream, betting odds

Eintracht Frankfurt and Barcelona face off on Thursday in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League quarter-final. Xavi will be desperate to guide his side to European glory in his first campaign at the club as coach, but the Bundesliga side will offer a tough test.

Europa League Round of 16 results & highlights

Some of Europe's top clubs emerged from the Europa League Round of 16 and will be doing battle in the quarterfinals with a ticket to next season's Champions League at stake for the final team left standing.

West Ham into quarters, as Yarmolenko is the hero

The Ukrainian forward scored in extra time as West Ham made it past the second-place team in Spain's La Liga to progress to the quarterfinals of the Europa League.

Barcelona win in Turkey, head to Europa League QFs

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang got the winner as Barcelona beat Galatasaray to progress in the Europa League.

West Ham vs. Sevilla time, TV channel, stream, lineups, betting odds

West Ham hosts Sevilla in a vital Europa League match at the London Stadium on Thursday.

Galatasaray vs. Barcelona: TV, streaming & betting

Barcelona travels to Galatasaray in the UEFA Europa League as the pair fight for a place in the quarterfinals.

Russian clubs banned from UEFA cups, Spartak ousted

Russian clubs have been barred from participating in UEFA's European cup competitions, leading to Spartak Moscow's ousting from the Europa League as RB Leipzig are given passage to the quarterfinals.

Galatasaray frustrate Barcelona in 0-0 Camp Nou draw

Barcelona were held to a 0-0 draw at home to Galatasaray in their first ever Europa League last 16 tie at the Camp Nou.

El Haddadi seals Sevilla first leg win in Europa League tie

West Ham slipped to a 1-0 defeat away at La Liga side Sevilla in their first ever Europa League knockout game as Munir El Haddadi's strike handed the Spanish side a last 16 first leg advantage.

Napoli vs. Barcelona result

Barcelona powered through to the next round of the Europa League following their 4-2 win over Napoli, thanks to a brilliant first half display.

Why is West Ham not playing in the Europa League today?

Sporting News explains the new format for the 2021/22 Europa League, which sees West Ham given a bye to the round of 16.

No away goals in Champions League: Good or bad?

There's a heated debate about whether UEFA abolishing the away goals rule from the Champions League and other European competitions has been a good thing or bad thing for the spectacle.

Barcelona start new attacking trio: It didn't go well

New Barcelona forward signings Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Adama Traore and Ferran Torres struggled to make a combined impact as the trio started together for the first time against Napoli in the Europa League.

Dortmund vs. Rangers live updates

Result, updates and highlights from the UEFA Europa League playoff round as Rangers travel to German giants Borussia Dortmund.

Barcelona vs. Napoli result

Barcelona could only manage a 1-1 draw on their Europa League bow at home to Napoli in the last 16 play off first leg.

Barcelona vs. Napoli: TV, stream & betting

Barcelona faces Napoli in one of the marquee matchups of the Europa League knockout round playoffs which will gift the winner a place in the Round of 16.

UEFA Europa League playoffs schedule & results

The Europa League knockout stage gets underway with 24 teams across Europe still in the running to hoist the trophy. It begins with the knockout playoffs which will determine the final eight teams to advance to the Round of 16.

Why are Spurs not playing in Conference League?

Tottenham Hotspur will not feature in the Conference League knockout playoffs although they were part of the original draw on Dec. 13. Here's an explanation as to why they find themselves out of the tournament.

Moyes thrilled by Benrahma's display vs Genk

The Algerian struck a brace as the Hammers moved closer to the next phase of European's second-tier competition

Amartey & Paintsil on target as Leicester & Genk draw

The Ghanaians found the back of the net for their clubs on matchday four of the European competition on Thursday

Moses on target as Leicester hold Spartak

The African stars were on target for their respective clubs, who were forced to settle for a point each on Thursday

Benrahma rescues point for West Ham with brace

The Algeria forward stood out as the hero for David Moyes' side with two second-half goals that earned them an away draw

Balogun scores own goal in Rangers draw

The Nigeria defender endured a tough night in Brondby as the Gers earned a share of the spoils

Osimhen ruled out of Napoli vs Legia Warsaw clash

Despite returning to training, the Nigeria international will play no part when the Blues take on the Militarians on Thursday evening

Daka: I carry the hopes of 18 million Zambians

The 23-year-old is enjoying his great start to life at the King Power Stadium and he discusses the support he is getting back in Africa

Elliott: Daka-Iheanacho partnership will strike fear

A fortnight ago, the African duo connected together to help the Foxes turnaround a two-goal deficit and grab maximum points in their last group match

Napoli get Europa boost as Osimhen returns

The Nigeria international could be available for the Parthenopeans when they square up against the Polish topflight side on Thursday

Bagni: Without Africans, Napoli will be less brilliant

The Serie A leaders will miss the services of Kalidou Koulibaly against Verona and potentially Victor Osimhen who is nursing an injury

The new Cavani? Drogba-loving Osimhen already a Napoli idol

The southern Italian city's blossoming love for the free-scoring Nigeria international extends far beyond his natural footballing ability

Rangers’ Gerrard delivers Balogun injury update

The 33-year-old Super Eagle hobbled off in the second half after scoring for the Gers in the vital win at Ibrox Stadium

Spalletti: Napoli fortunate to have Osimhen

The 22-year-old Super Eagle came on as a substitute before the hour mark and scored the second goal against the Polish side

Gerrard to Aribo: You play better when angry

The Nigeria international played a huge role to help his team get a vital win in the European competition

Osimhen equals Napoli record with another goal

The Super Eagles striker came off the bench to make his mark as the hosts grab a comfortable win in Naples

Angry Ozil fuming after Europa League substitution

The former Arsenal playmaker kicked a clutch of water bottles at pitchside and threw his shirt off as he exited the game

Balogun scores first Europa League goal in Rangers win

The 33-year-old made a huge contribution in helping the Gers bag their first group win in the secondary European competition

Samatta hurts Fenerbahce with Antwerp opener

The Tanzania star returned to Istanbul on Thursday and he did not waste time to punish the Canaries with an early goal

Daka lost for words after Spartak heroics

The Zambia international reveled in finding the net on four occasions as the Foxes secured a comeback win over the Russian Premier League side

Spalletti: Why Osimhen will sit on the bench

The Super Eagles star has started eight out of the nine matches he has played in this season for the Parthenopeans

Koulibaly: I couldn't sleep for two days after racist abuse

The Senegal centre-back recalled the unfortunate incident he endured during a league match in Florence earlier this month

Daka makes history with four goals in Europa League

The 23-year-old delivered an incredible performance at the Otkrytiye Arena as the visitors overturned a two-goal deficit

Maarten Vandevoordt: Could Belgian teen be the new Neuer?

The 19-year-old is impressing at Genk, two years on from becoming the youngest shot-stopper to ever appear in the Champions League

FIFA 22: Every league & competition in the new game

You'll be able to work your way up from League Two to the Premier League or challenge for continental glory in the Champions League

Osimhen: Napoli will be back after loss

The attacker came as a second-half substitute but could not help his side from falling to their visitors

'Stop attacking our children!' - Sparta blast Rangers claims

The midfielder was booed during the Europa League defeat on Thursday night, with claims that he was targeted due to his skin colour

Koulibaly: Why Napoli lost to Spartak Moscow

The 30-year-old explains why the Partenopei suffered their first defeat of the season at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona

'Relax before I snatch that wig!' - Van Aanholt rips Guendouzi

The former Premier League players clashed in the Europa League match between Marseille and Galatasaray, prompting a furious reaction from the Dutchman

Gerrard on Kamara boos: 'The powers that be don't do enough'

The Scottish champions suffered a 1-0 defeat in their latest Europa League outing and saw a star player targeted by the home crowd

Marseille vs Galatasaray briefly halted amid violent scenes

The Ligue 1 club has endured fan incidents on a regular basis this year

Osimhen scores in Napoli loss to Moses' Spartak

Two Nigerian stars were in action at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona as the Russian visitors secured maximum points in a dramatic encounter

Man Utd and Chelsea-linked Rice responds to exit talk

The England international midfielder continues to see a big-money move mooted, but says he remains fully committed to the West Ham cause for now

Iheanacho refused Poland entry for UEL match

The Nigeria international striker will play no part in the continental clash with Legia Warsaw on Thursday after being forced to head back to the UK

Aribo: No added pressure against Sparta

The Nigeria international is upbeat about the Gers’ chances against the Czech First League side

Rodgers laments Iheanacho & Ndidi's absences

The Super Eagles forward could not make the trip to Poland due to paperwork issues while the midfielder is suspended

Signori: Osimhen looks a lot like Drogba

The former Italy international talked up the talent of the Nigerian striker after seeing him net a brace against Leicester City on Thursday

Rodgers: Referee was harsh against Ndidi

The Super Eagle was sent off as the Italian heavyweights came from two goals down to force a draw

Napoli's Osimhen promises more after double vs Leicester

The Super Eagle found the back of the net twice to help his side snatch a late draw at King Power Stadium on Thursday

Daka gutted after Napoli goal disallowed by VAR

The Chipolopolo forward found the back of the net on his full debut for the Foxes but his effort was ruled out for offside

Africans light up Europe with goals

Several African stars were on song in the Europa League, nevertheless, their teams suffered contrasting fortunes on Thursday evening

Rodgers: You can see Osimhen's quality

The Super Eagle grabbed a brace to help the Serie A side claim a point away in the Europa League

Osimhen bags brace, Ndidi sees red

The 21-year-old scored his maiden goal in the European competition to rescue the Parthenopeans from defeat against the Foxes

Rice joins Lampard in West Ham record books with Europa League strike

The England international made history by scoring his sixth goal in all competitions for the Hammers at Stadion Maksimir

Will Iheanacho vs Osimhen headline Leicester vs Napoli?

The Foxes play the Partenopei on Thursday, but will the battle of the Super Eagles frontmen be the primary talking point?

Osimhen named in Napoli squad vs Leicester

The Super Eagle has been named in the Parthenopeans’ squad to take on the Foxes on Thursday night

Who will win Europa League 2021-22?

Which teams are most likely to lift the cup come the end of the campaign? Goal takes a look at the odds

Leicester drawn with Napoli in Europa League group stage

The Foxes have been drawn in the same group as the Italian side while the Hammers will take on the Croatian club

Nigerians set to clash in Europa League Group C

Friday's draw in Istanbul has thrown up some mouth-watering match-ups involving African players

Onyekuru opens Olympiacos goal account

The Super Eagles winger was among the goals as the Legends avoided defeat at Stadio Georgios Karaiskakis

UEFA 2020-21 awards: Full list of nominees

Every nominee for the men's and women's awards which will be handed out during the Champions League draw

Onyekuru makes Olympiacos debut in Europa League win

The Super Eagles winger came off the bench to play in front of their home fans for the first time at the Georgios Karaiskakis Stadium

Who invented football?

It is hard to imagine a world without the sport, such is its ubiquitous nature, but soccer as we know it is relatively young in human history

Footballers don't 'wear bras' - explaining under-shirt clothing

Sports science has become a crucial aspect of football in recent years and players often wear a piece of technology under their jerseys

UEFA abolishes away goals rule

The law has been in place since 1965 but will now no longer be used to help decide knockout ties, starting from the 2021-22 season

Pogba: Man Utd 'will come back stronger'

After falling to Villarreal on penalties in Gdansk, the Red Devils have now gone four straight seasons without a trophy

Bailly 'fustrated' by Man Utd's Europa League loss

The Spanish club edged the Red Devils in a penalty shoot-out after 120 minutes of tense football action

Solskjaer explains 100-minute wait for substitutions

The Red Devils boss waited until deep into extra-time before shuffling his pack against Villarreal, with his side eventually losing on penalties

Scholes: Failure now 'acceptable' at Man Utd

The Red Devils missed out on another major trophy when suffering penalty shootout heartache against Villarreal in the Europa League final

'You'll never walk alone!' - Moreno taunts Man Utd

The Villarreal defender, who spent five years at Anfield before returning to Spain in 2019, has been revelling in victory over the Red Devils

Man United's Rashford subjected to 'at least 70 racial slurs' on social media after Europa loss

Marcus Rashford exposed another incident of racist abuse on social media after Manchester United's heartbreaking Europa League loss to Villarreal.

Rashford hits out at Man Utd critics after EL final defeat

The striker believes the Red Devils aren't going downhill despite a trophy drought that has now been extended to four seasons

Solskjaer admits Man Utd 'didn't turn up'

The Red Devils finished a fourth straight season without a trophy after defeat to their La Liga opponent in Poland

Rashford sent 'at least 70 racial slurs' after Europa loss

Manchester United issued a statement condemning the abuse after their player spoke out on social media

Solskjaer shown up as familiar failings cost Man Utd

The Red Devils were beaten on penalties by Villarreal in the Europa League final after an uninspiring performance in Gdansk

Villarreal upset Man United in epic shootout

Spanish club Villarreal CF did the unthinkable and knocked off Manchester United in the 2021 Europa League final, winning an epic penalty kick shootout to hoist their first major European cup trophy and a berth into next year's Champions League.

'No one should blame De Gea' - Africans react

The Red Devils narrowly missed out on the European title in Poland after a marathon penalty shoot-out

What did Moreno's celebration in EL final mean?

The Spain international forward kept a promise he made on Spanish television

Chukwueze ruled out of Europa League final

Despite returning to training, the Nigeria international will play no part when the Yellow Submarine take on the Red Devils on Wednesday evening

Yeremy Pino: Spain wonderkid who rejected Barca

The 18-year-old has enjoyed a breakout campaign at El Madrigal and could become the youngest winner of the Europa League on Wednesday

Chukwueze picks toughest Europa opponent

The Yellow Submarine star has opened up on who the toughest adversary he faced in this season’s competition is, as well as his best young player

POLL: Will Chukwueze’s Villarreal defeat Man Utd?

The Nigeria international’s Yellow Submarine have been backed to subdue the Premier League outfit to win the European final

Can Man United avoid the cup final upset?

Storied English side Manchester United are the clear favorites in the 2021 Europa League final against Spanish club Villarreal, who are making their first-ever appearance in a European cup final. Here's everything you need to know about the matchup.

Chukwueze deserves UEL Final moment after season of growth

The Nigeria international has come on in leaps and bounds under Unai Emery, and the UEL final would be a poorer spectacle without him

Europa League final 2021: How to watch, venue & all the details

Everything you need to know about the date of the game, the stadium it will be played in and how to watch

Bailly fires Man Utd exit warning despite signing new contract

The Ivorian says he won't hesitate to explore other options if a starting role is not granted to him by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

How much prize money do the Europa League 2020-21 winners get?

Here's what you need to know about how much money the likes of Manchester United or Villarreal will earn by lifting the Europa League trophy

Villarreal’s Chukwueze in line to face Man Utd

Now back to shape, the Nigeria international is expected to be in action when the Yellow Submarine take on the Red Devils

Emery reborn after Arsenal and 'Remontada' disasters

The ex-Arsenal coach eliminated his former employers at the semi-final stage of the Europa League to set up Wednesday's meeting with Man Utd in Gdansk

Maguire misses Man Utd training ahead of EL final

The Red Devils captain injured ligaments in his ankle and missed the last four league games, and could miss Wednesday's clash with Villarreal

Varane & Kane among Neville's 'next level' Utd targets

The Red Devils legend wants to see a show of ambition from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer during the summer recruitment window

Fernandes reacts to Cantona comparisons at Man Utd

The Portuguese playmaker has become a Red Devils talisman for the modern era, allowing him to follow in some illustrious footsteps

Solskjaer: EL final is 'stepping stone' to further glory

The Red Devils can end their trophy drought with a win against Villarreal and the coach believes it could lead to more success

Ferguson joins United squad on flight to Europa League final

The legendary manager joined the 26 players and staff on the journey to Gdansk