European Football

The UEFA Europa League is European club football's second-tier competition and, since the 2024–25 season, uses a revamped league phase format mirroring the Champions League. English clubs qualify through their Premier League finish and cup results, with Sky Sports broadcasting the majority of matches in the UK. This guide explains how the tournament works from start to finish.

From 2024–25, the Champions League expanded to 36 clubs and replaced the old group stage with a single league phase. We explain how the new format works from start to finish.