Europa League knockout phase bracket, results for Round of 16 and beyond in 2026
The 2026 UEFA Europa League knockout phase bracket has been set following the completion of the playoff round, with 16 teams advancing to the Round of 16. Seeded teams, including Lyon and Aston Villa, earned direct qualification through top-eight league-phase finishes, while unseeded teams like Nottingham Forest advanced via playoffs. The draw in Switzerland established the full pathway to the final, mapping out potential matchups through the quarterfinals and semifinals.
- ▪The 2026 Europa League knockout phase includes 16 teams from nine different nations, with clubs from all five major European leagues represented.
- ▪Lyon finished top of the league-phase standings, earning the top seed in the draw.
- ▪Nottingham Forest advanced to the Round of 16 by winning their knockout-playoff tie and will join fellow Premier League side Aston Villa in the next stage.
- ▪The bracket is fully mapped through to the final, allowing teams to know potential future opponents if they progress.
- ▪The draw for the knockout phase was held in Switzerland.
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