In a significant event held in Nyon, Switzerland, the fixtures for the round of 16 in the UEFA Europa League were announced on Friday. This exciting stage of the tournament promises thrilling matchups as teams from various European nations aim to advance further in the competition.

The first leg of the knockout round is scheduled for March 6, featuring several compelling encounters. Viktoria Plzen from the Czech Republic will face Lazio, representing Italy, while Roma will take on Athletic Bilbao from Spain. Another intriguing match sees AZ Alkmaar of the Netherlands squaring off against England’s Tottenham Hotspur. Additionally, Spanish club Real Sociedad will meet Manchester United from England.

Other notable matchups include Ajax from the Netherlands going head-to-head with Eintracht Frankfurt from Germany. Romanian team FCSB will challenge Lyon, a prominent club from France. The Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt will be up against Greece’s Olympiakos, and finally, Turkey’s Fenerbahce will clash with the Scottish team Rangers.

The second leg of these fixtures is set for March 13, where the returning matches will take place. Lazio will host Viktoria Plzen, while Athletic Bilbao will face Roma. Tottenham will meet AZ Alkmaar once again, and Manchester United will welcome Real Sociedad in what is anticipated to be a thrilling encounter. Ajax will travel to Germany to play Eintracht Frankfurt, and Lyon will host FCSB in their return leg. Olympiakos will compete against Bodo/Glimt, while Rangers will invite Fenerbahce for the closing match of this exciting round.

Fans across Europe eagerly await these matchups, as teams vie for glory in one of the continent’s most prestigious tournaments. The anticipation and competitive spirit are sure to make for an exhilarating experience for all involved.