UEFA Knockout Play-Offs: Who Will Face Who in the Fight for the Last 16?

The countdown is on as the UEFA competition enters the knockout phase play-offs, which will take place on February 13 and 20. Teams that finished between ninth and 24th in the group stages will compete in these two-legged ties to secure their place in the coveted last 16. The draw, set to take place on January 31 at 12:00 GMT, will determine the matchups for these exciting fixtures.

While the draw will reveal the official pairings, teams already know which sides they have a 50-50 chance of facing based on their final standings in the league phase. Interestingly, none of the three British sides involved in the competition are part of this knockout stage, leaving the door open for other clubs to make their mark.

Here’s a quick look at the possible matchups:

• Fenerbahce or Twente will face either Bodo/Glimt or Anderlecht in a bid to progress to the next round.
• Ferencvaros or Porto are set to meet Roma or Viktoria Plzen in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.
• Union Saint-Gilloise or PAOK will take on FCSB or Ajax, ensuring drama with such high-profile teams involved.
• AZ Alkmaar or Midtjylland could face Real Sociedad or Galatasaray in a tightly contested battle for a spot in the last 16.

The stakes are high as each of these clubs will be aiming to secure a place in the next stage, with the prospect of facing top-tier teams like Roma or Porto looming. With all to play for, fans can expect plenty of excitement as these two-legged ties unfold.

The results from these play-offs will set the stage for an electric final 16, with even bigger matchups on the horizon. Be sure to stay tuned as the draw unfolds, and follow the action as it happens in February!