Europa League Knockout Play-off Draw: Fenerbahçe vs. Anderlecht, Roma vs. Porto, and Full List of Fixtures for the 2025 Stage

The UEFA Europa League knockout phase play-off draw, conducted on January 31, 2025, has set the stage for several compelling fixtures. Among the highlights, Fenerbahçe is set to face Anderlecht, while Roma will compete against Porto. 

Complete Draw for the Knockout Phase Play-offs:

FC Twente vs. Bodø/Glimt

Fenerbahçe vs. Anderlecht

Union Saint-Gilloise vs. Ajax

PAOK vs. FCSB (Steaua Bucharest)

AZ Alkmaar vs. Galatasaray

Midtjylland vs. Real Sociedad

Ferencváros vs. Viktoria Plzeň

Porto vs. Roma

The first legs of these play-off matches are scheduled for February 13, 2025, with the return legs set for February 20, 2025. The victorious teams will advance to the Round of 16, joining the top eight teams from the league phase who have already secured their spots. 

This draw introduces intriguing matchups, notably the encounter between Roma and Porto, both of whom have significant histories in European competitions. Additionally, Fenerbahçe's pairing with Anderlecht promises a competitive clash between two clubs with rich traditions.

The Europa League's new format sees the top eight teams from the league phase automatically progressing to the Round of 16. Teams placed ninth to 24th enter these knockout phase play-offs to vie for the remaining eight spots in the Round of 16.